Instructions for Mounting Knob of Curt Spectrum Trailer Brake Controller C51170

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how does the control knob on the curt C51170 brake controller wire into the controller ? access to installation instructions might answer questions like this.

asked by: Craig R

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Expert Reply:

I attached a page that I took from the install instructions for the Curt brake controller # C51170 that you referenced that covers the install of the knob of the brake controller. Basically a backing plate attaches to the dash with included hardware and then the knob attaches to it.

I also attached a link the the complete install instructions to this page which are also available on the product page.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Knob Mounting Instructions
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