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Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector

Curt Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring

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Code:   C56118

Retail:$58.49

Price:$35.09

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Curt Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring - C56118

Quickly and easily install a 4-way trailer connector on your vehicle with this custom harness. Connector plugs directly into existing wiring. Powered converter reduces strain on wiring system and is made using SMT to ensure superior performance.

Features:

  • Provides a 4-way flat trailer connector at the back of your vehicle to power your trailer's signal lights
    • Compatible with 5-pole, 6-pole and 7-pole adapters (sold separately)
  • Connects quickly and easily - no cutting or splicing of wires
    • Locate connection point in rear cargo area
    • Plug in connector
  • Includes a tail light converter to ensure that your vehicle's wiring matches that of your trailer
    • Powered module connects directly to battery to avoid overloading vehicle's electrical system
  • Constructed using surface-mount technology (SMT) for consistent, reliable performance
    • Maximizes trailer light yield and intensity while producing minimal heat
    • Ensures superior operation in rough road conditions
  • Comes with dust cap for 4-way flat connector
  • Made in the USA


Specs:

  • Maximum amperage:
    • Stop/turn lights: 3 amps per circuit
    • Tail lights: 6 amps per circuit
  • Limited 1-year warranty


Installation

This custom-fit T-connector plugs into your vehicle's wiring harness, which is located behind the driver's-side interior trim panel in your rear cargo area. Once you've plugged in the T-connector, insert the included 10-amp fuse into the integrated fuse holder.


Once installation is complete, the 4-way connector will be stowed in an out-of-the-way location within your cargo area.


It is recommended that you use a small amount of grease on all electrical connections - the plug on your automobile and the 4-pole connector itself - to help prevent corrosion.


Powered Tail Light Converter with Surface-Mount Technology

A tail light converter is built into this T-connector. This converter is a circuit-protected, battery-powered unit that bypasses the electrical routes that are used by a basic wiring harness. As a result, there is virtually no draw on your tail light circuits.


Because most trailers run on a two-wire system - wherein the brake and turn signals are carried on one wire - the separate brake and turn signals from your vehicle's three-wire system need to be combined so they are compatible with the wiring system of the trailer. This converter combines the brake and turn signal functions of your automobile so that they run on one wire to properly activate your trailer's tail lights. Note: This will not affect how the tail lights on your vehicle operate.


Curt builds each tail light converter using surface-mount technology (SMT). This method of construction involves soldering electronic components directly to the surface of a printed circuit board. SMT eliminates the need for leads, which are used in older through-hole technology. The result is a circuit board that is smaller yet provides more routing area and that offers superior performance, reliability and durability.


Curt SMT Circuit Boards

Circuit boards constructed using SMT have been shown to perform better under rough conditions with excessive vibration than those made using the through-hole method. And where would vibration be more likely to occur than in towing applications? Curt converters also produce less heat, leading to increased durability and longer life. In addition, lower levels of resistance ensure better performance, especially for parts that operate at higher frequencies.


Each Curt circuit board is made using high-quality components that are pieced together in the most technologically savvy fashion, leading to greater predictability and reliability in functioning.



56118 CURT T-Connector - Surface Mount Technology - 4 Wire






This Product Fits The Following Vehicles

2011 - 2013 Honda Odyssey

2011 - 2013 Honda Odyssey




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Customer Reviews

Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector - C56118

Average Customer Rating:  ratingratingratingratingrating4.9 out of 5 stars   (24 Customer Reviews)




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ratingratingratingratingrating by: Mark05/06/2012

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Very easy to install. I did not like the idea of the wiring just hanging in the trunk area, so I cut an opening into the storage compartment on the side trim panel so I could feed the wiring into it and keep it there when not in use. 39531

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Great idea - I did the same thing, thanks! Installation was very easy, under 30 minutes start to finish.

comment by: Roy - 5/15/2013


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Glad to hear the install went well for you. Enjoy the new towing setup!

Patrick B - 5/15/2013




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ratingratingratingratingrating by: Jim04/26/2011

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Very easy install. I was nervous about taking sections of the trim off, but they went right back in place, no problem. As another review said, it was a little difficult finding a grounding spot. I used the screw-in trim holder half way up the trim, on the driver's side, right next to the hatch back door. After sanding off the paint on that spot of the frame, I was able to ground the unit when I used that screw to put the trim back in place. 12415

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ratingratingratingratingrating by: John K.12/20/2010

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Fit perfectly, installed easily. It took me a couple of hours to install (in the snow 200 ft from my toolbox - don't ask). Instructions were clear with nice pictures. I had looked at a YouTube video previously which made it even easier. The only hard part was finding a good grounding point. I used an existing hole after I ground off the undercoat. Worked perfectly. John4383

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ratingratingratingratingrating by: Brad04/07/2013

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easy ordering and easy instructions 74710

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ratingratingratingratingrating by: John01/14/2013

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Excellent product and super fast shipping. Thank You!!!62964

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ratingratingratingratingrating by: Andrew01/14/2013

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Worked great. Videos helpful as well as written directions. Job took one hour. 62877

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ratingratingratingratingrating by: irwin11/10/2012

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I have not installed the product yet but with the instructions there should be no problems59180

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ratingratingratingratingrating by: Mike S.07/29/2012

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Good prodcut. Directions could be a little better, and unfortunately there was no video for this product, but following the video for a similar product helped.49692

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ratingratingratingratingrating by: Mike M.07/13/2012

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Instructions were simple and clear. Wiring harness connected quickly to all factory plugs and could not have been easier. If instructions are unclear for any reason, take 2 minutes and watch the how to video.47907

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ratingratingratingratingrating by: Martin06/27/2012

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I'd give it 5 stars if it wasn't for the fact that the kit comes with 2 fuses (4 are needed). Bottom line, I'd buy it all over again!45841

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ratingratingratingratingrating by: Bill06/14/2012

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Worked great. Just plugged in the connector fuses and ran the wire and bingo all done. Grate e-sight to shop at.44203

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ratingratingratingratingrating by: Brad Holland05/10/2012

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Curt T-Connector installed just as video showed on my 2011 Honda Odyssey. I am 110% satisfied with shopping/installation experience. I highly recommend to all you do-it-yourselfers...39913

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ratingratingratingratingrating by: Leslie04/19/2012

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Great company! Super fast delivery, friendly helpful service and a product that performs as promised.37777

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ratingratingratingratingrating by: The Greenfields04/16/2012

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This harness was extremely easy to install and fit nicely inside the trim panel and it didn't require any splicing as there was already a ground bolt right below the left tail-light. It also maintains a strong current so trailer lights are equally as bright as vehicle lights. Highly recommended! 37452

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ratingratingratingratingrating by: Ronald M02/14/2012

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Recieved the product in good time and installed the wireing harness in about 45 minutes from start to finish being carefull not to damage any of the trim.31824

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ratingratingratingratingrating by: Paul07/22/2011

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Fast delivery, excellent price 19896

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ratingratingratingratingrating by: James07/06/2011

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Three words sum up the service: Quick, Simple, Painless! Thanks!18711

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ratingratingratingratingrating by: Jim06/30/2011

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I installed my harness back in April. See my review on 4/26/11. Yesterday was the first time I had a chance to hook up the boat and go fishing. Much to my chagrin, the trailer lights didn’t work. With the help of my mechanic, it appeared that electricity was going from the car into the converter but not out. I called Etrailer and talked to Rose. She was very helpful. She arranged for me to return the wiring harness under their warranty. Rose explained that I will get a credit for the unit after they have a chance to look at it. Since I only live an hour away, I dropped off the unit at their Wentzville location. Rose also prepared a will-call order for me to pick up a replacement harness while I was there. Very smooth. When I arrived, I received first-rate help from Courtney with my return and will-call pick up. While I was there, I saw they were having a sale on bike racks—one too good to pass up. Courtney provided a lot of information to help me pick out a 4-bike Yakima bike rack. Then she diligently ensured I had all the proper pieces that come with the rack. Now, after having a pretty good day, imagine my dismay the next day when the new vehicle wiring harness did not work. OK, what are the odds of getting two defective wiring harnesses—pretty slim. After another couple hours of trouble shooting with my mechanic, I am embarrassed to admit I misread the fuse diagram for my Odyssey. I had installed the fuse for the wiring harness in the wrong location in the vehicle fuse panel. The darn think works just great now. Hats off to the people at Etrailer for this top-shelf service—when it was really my mistake.18294

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ratingratingratingratingrating by: calvin05/16/2011

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easy to install and work great. 14431

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ratingratingratingratingrating by: Jim BROWN05/03/2011

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3 day dilvery. Install same day hitch lined up nice and looks nice. I am very happy with it.Instructions clear good price. Jim12830

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ratingratingratingratingrating by: Felix04/15/2011

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Works like a charm. The installation instructions could be just a little more detailed. Be careful when removing the interior trim. It is very easy to break all them cheap plastic fasteners. That can become a head ache. Just take your time. 11831

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ratingratingratingratingrating by: Rob M04/01/2011

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This kit fits my 2011 Honda Odyssey perfectly- it plugs right in. So for those of you with the new odyssey, rest assured that this is the wiring harness you need.10921

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ratingratingratingratingrating by: Jack02/13/2011

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Arrived as ordered and when promised. Simple instrictions with pictures. 7102

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ratingratingratingratingrating by: Blake01/13/2011

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Works good This wiring was fairly easy to install. I used a combination of the instructions in the kit and instructions from the Honda factory tow package to see where all the clips were in the panels so I didn't break anything. The rear plastic panel is difficult to reinstall since you have to make sure you get the retaining clips in the right spots on both sides of the panel. You can probably run the wires though the rubber plug in the rear of the vehicle and under the bumper if you wanted them near the hitch. I left mine inside the vehicle for now. The wiring seems to work as it should.5430

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Ask the Experts about this Curt Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
Expert Answers about Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector - C56118                                            Do you have a question about this Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring?


  • Replacement Trailer Hitch Hardware and Trailer Wiring for a 2012 Honda Odyssey
  • The connector that attaches to the vehicle in the CURT Trailer Wiring Harness, # C56118, for the 2012 Honda Odyssey is not available as a separate part. The same goes for the Tow Ready Wiring Harness, # 118521. I have included a link to the installation details for both harnesses for you. Also, the circuitry in the converter boxes is likely different given the different way each vehicle is pinned. The hitch will fit between a 2006 and 2012 but I do recommend getting new hardware. The hardware
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  • 4 to 5-Pole Trailer Connector Adapter # 20036 Needed for Boat Trailer Towed by 2012 Honda Odyssey
  • We have exactly what you are looking for. The 4 to 5-Pole Adapter, part # 20036 would plug into the connector on your boat trailer. The other end of the harness plugs into your existing 4-pole with an additional lead that is tapped into the reverse light circuit of your Odyssey. When the Odyssey is shifted into reverse the signal is sent to the reverse lock-out in your trailer coupler, releasing your trailer brakes. To see an install video, click on the provided link.
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