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

Part Number: C56038
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The best technical support and full custom fit vehicle wiring installation instructions. Great price MDX custom fit vehicle wiring and expert service. Acura MDX, 2012 custom fit vehicle wiring by CURT are available from etrailer.com. For expert service call 1-800-940-8924 to order your Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector part number C56038, or order online at etrailer.com.
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2012 Acura MDX - Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector

  • 4 Flat
  • Trailer Hitch Wiring
  • No Tow Package
  • Vehicle End Connector
  • CURT
  • Plug-In
  • Powered Converter
  • Plug and Lead
  • Hidden

Quickly and easily install a 4-way trailer connector on your Acura MDX with this custom harness. Connector plugs directly into existing wiring - no cutting, splicing or tapping required. Converter 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
  • 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


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 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.


Tail Light Converter with Surface-Mount Technology

A tail light converter is built into this T-connector. 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.



56038 CURT T-Connector - Surface Mount Technology - 4 Wire

Installation Details C56038 Installation instructions

California residents: click here


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Ratings & Reviews

4.9

231 reviews
Quickly and easily install a 4-way trailer connector on your vehicle with this custom harness. Connector plugs directly into existing wiring - no cutting, splicing or tapping required. Converter is made using SMT to ensure superior performance.

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2007 AcuraMDX

Very nice wiring kit and FAST delivery!



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2012AcuraMDX

As expected.



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2012AcuraMDX

T-connector installed easily and worked perfectly



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seemed to hook up properly though I haven't use it yet



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2008 AcuraMDX

The installation was very simple and the quality was good. I haven't tested yet, but have bought two of these (for different vehicles) and everything worked as expected.



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2007 AcuraMDX

Great service and product, received a day after I ordered it from etrailer. The installation procedures were exact for my vehicle, took about 10 minutes to install. I would definitely order again from this company.



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2009 AcuraMDX

Worked great for my 2009 acura mdx

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Timothy

2/9/2025

Still great. Very good alternative and easy set up. Only a couple of minutes for install

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Robin H.

2/9/2025

@Timothy happy to hear it!


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It's work like it should easy to install

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Brooke M.

6/12/2025

Sweet! Happy to hear that :)



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It could not get any easier to install this. LOVE it and it works fantastic.



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Easy to install and easy to use.



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2012AcuraMDX

Very easy install—no need to buy a more expensive harness. I ran it through the jack compartment to the panel on the left rear where it simply plugs in and I attached the ground to the lower existing bolt with the existing nut. Simple as that. The cover for the panel where it plugs in pulls off from the top with the help of a flat screwdriver. The instructions are very thorough.



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2012AcuraMDX

Very happy with the quality and straight forward installation. Hitch and lighting work great.



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2008 AcuraMDX

I made a mistake on my previous review. I wasn't paying attention. The installation on this was a breeze. Decent instructions, although they were hardly needed.



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Acura

Exactly what I was expecting for my Acura. Just a breeze to put in and worked perfectly. I can’t believe it ‘could have’ cost me $[XX] to plug in a wire?? THANKS!

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Brooke M.

11/26/2024

Thats awesome, Steve! So glad to hear this harness worked out for you. There is nothing like a project thats completed smoothly!



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The Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector, performed as promised. Thanks



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Easy Install. Use the factory grommets in the floor and rear body to run the wiring to make it look like factory. Use the videos on their [online] page for guidance.



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Easy to installed highly recommended for novice installer and dont forget to put the fuse in also



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2011 AcuraMDX

I have ordered several thing from eTrailer over the last few years and have been very satisfied. Everything I buy seems to ship immediately (usually same day) and arrives as ordered a few days later. Their installation instructions and videos are always spot on and have been very helpful. I haven't yet installed the wiring kit I just received but have no doubt it will work well and the instructions will be spot on.

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Marshall

7/5/2016

Installation was simple. Only took a few minutes and with the video instructions you can go wrong.



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AcuraMDX

Etrailer rocks like a young Mick Jagger.

I
received my Acura MDX trailer hitch and wiring in less than 24 hours...despite the fact that it was supposed to be about 6 days ground.

online videos and great construction made installation a snap.

I will buy from Etrailer time and again

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Jtw

12/18/2014

Weve put many miles on our Acura MDX trailer tow package from ETrailer and the whole rig right down to the wiring has performed flawlessly.



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2011 AcuraMDX

I've always gotten quality products from etrailer and the Curt line maintains that tradition. The receiver and wiring harness for my MDX are top quality, were really easy to install after watching the videos and saved me hundreds of dollars over the Acura branded parts.

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Jim H.

1/18/2016

After a year Im still very pleased with my receiver and wiring. I use the receiver at least weekly for a Thule bike rack, but the wiring harness only rarely.



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Installation was straightforward as the videos indicated. Trailer hitch looks and works great. I am very happy with this purchase.



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I installed the wiring harness, but to my disappointment it didn't work. When I was gathering up the parts and tools, I noticed that there was a red fuse in the plastic bag of accessories. I checked the controller and found there was a fuse holder on the power line. When I opened it up, lo and behold, no fuse. Installing the fuse fixed the problem and the lights then worked perfectly. If you look at the picture of the harness, you will not see the fuse holder, and the installation instructions never mention it. I'm sure the fuse was a product improvement, but the installation instructions should be updated to mention it.

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Sam N.

3/16/2015

I had the same problem. I had to watch the video on the website. The instructions included with the harness provide almost no help. Once I put in the fuse, the harness works fine. Also, the harness does not come with the pictured dust cover. Etrailer customer service is great and sent me a dust cover at no charge.



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Product (trailer wiring) was delivered yesterday and installed after dinner the same evening. The install video on your website was a tremendous help, and I surly appreciate the knowhow of your installers. Took my time, was careful and it went smooth - anxious to test this coming weekend but I don't foresee any issues.

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John H.

5/21/2020

Still working great after a year of infrequent use but good to have.



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Everything worked well. The wiring harness was easily installed as was the hitch receiver. Both have served me well the past year. Thanks etrailer.

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Mike

10/29/2018

George, the wiring worker well. Everything fit as promised. Thanks



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I bought a trailer hitch and wiring harness and everything worked out exactly like the sales person said for a great price.

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Tow H.

7/8/2016

All good thanks for the follow up!!


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