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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: C55451
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Quickly and easily install a 4-way trailer connector on your vehicle with this custom harness. T-connector plugs directly into existing wiring - no cutting, splicing or tapping required. Converter is made using SMT to ensure superior performance. 1-800-940-8924 to order CURT custom fit vehicle wiring part number C55451 or order online at etrailer.com. Free expert support on all CURT products. Great prices and Fastest Shipping for Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector. Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring reviews from real customers.
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CURT Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring - C55451

Highlights

  • Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Works with your vehicle's wiring
  • Tow Without Factory Prep: 4-way connector powers trailer lights when no tow package is present.
  • Plug-and-Play Install: T-connectors plug in behind tail lights with no cutting or splicing.
  • Reliable Signal Match: Built-in converter ensures vehicle and trailer lights sync correctly.
  • Supports More Lights: Handles 1 more amp per circuit than other options for heavier light loads.
  • Upgrade Ready: Pairs with ETBC7 kit to convert to a 7-way plug for brake or charge circuits.

Features to know about

Installs Without Cutting or Splicing: Plug-In T-Connector Design

Running trailer wiring usually means splicing into factory wiring, but not with this harness. The Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector plugs directly behind the tail lights using OEM-style connectors. No cutting, soldering, or guessing—just plug it in and it’s ready to power your trailer lights.

Handles More Power for Trailers with Extra Lights: Higher Amp Capacity per Circuit

When you’re towing a trailer loaded with multiple running or marker lights, you need wiring that can keep up. The Curt T-Connector part # C55451 can handle 1 more amp per circuit than comparable options, giving you a stronger margin for heavier light loads. That extra capacity helps prevent overloads and keeps your trailer lights working reliably mile after mile.

Expands Easily for Electric Brakes: Works with ETBC7 for 7-Way Conversion

If you ever move up to a trailer with electric brakes, this harness is ready to grow with you. Use the Curt T-Connector # C55451 as the 4-way foundation, and pair it with an ETBC7 kit to step up to a full 7-way setup. That lets you add a brake controller and other circuits without redoing the original wiring.

Troubleshoots Fast When Something Goes Wrong: Converter Box with Test Points

If a light stops working down the road, checking this harness is simple. The built-in converter box lets you test input and output voltage separately so you can tell right away whether the issue is on the vehicle side or the trailer side. It’s a straightforward setup that makes electrical diagnosis less of a headache when you just want to get back on the road.

Specs

  • Comparison diagram of Curt T-Connector vehicle wiring harnesses showing multiple connector styles and labeled components for trailer wiring installation.

55451 CURT T-Connector - Surface Mount Technology - 4 Wire

Similar to Tekonsha 118394 and Hopkins HM42545

Installation Details C55451 Installation instructions

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4.9

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Quickly and easily install a 4-way trailer connector on your vehicle with this custom harness. T-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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Looks great, easy to install and comes complete.



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Easy to follow directions and was easy to install.



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Great pricing, shipped quickly and was exactly what I ordered. A+



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easy to install and the lights are now working. thanks.



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It is still working a year later



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Ítem arrived on time (1 day earlier than estimated)The product fitted perfectly and was easy to install
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Great product. Works perfect and easy install. A+



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Installs good, works great.

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Jesse E.

3/18/2021

No problems



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Easy to install!! no issues after one year!

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Lisa S.

7/3/2018

Great! No issues!!



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Worked as described and great customer service



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Very easy installation, works great



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Great working kit, worked perfect with my vehicle and haven't had any problems 1 year later

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Benjamin

3/19/2019

The trailer hitch and all accessories are still working great, I havent had any issues.



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Was easy as changing a taillights



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Great website. Easy to find parts. Fast delivery and extremely easy to install. Thanks etrailer.



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Very pleased with the service and information provided on web site. Got exactly what I needed to complete my wiring for trailer.



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Delivered promptly ... item complete with all fasteners and accessories. Instructions were thorough. I would by from this supplier again.



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Product was exactly as advertised. installation was very easy with the video guides provided online. Outstanding experience for me.



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A great plug and play solution for adding trailer light wiring.



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It took a while for this answer, but I only use my traile once in a while. The problem with my last harness was the box kept blowing the fuse for my brake lights and so far this hasn’t;t happened. So fa I am happy. Thanks.



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Super easy install on my '05 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Get the additional mounting bracket thats not included for a real clean install. No wiring flopping around your bumper. Literally took me linger to get my tools together. 20 min to install.



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Excellent product, extremely well made. The instructions were clear & precise. Installation was quick and easy with absolutely no problems The product works well (as advertised). I would highly recommend this product to anyone looking to install trailer wiring. My only complaint is the was no end cap for the 4 prong hook up. Ordering was simple and easy. Shipping was fast and reliable. Thank you for your great product.



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I can tell u that the harnnes u send me was the right one work excellent u are rally good at what u do thank you so much



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Replaced a problematic 10 yr. old trailer wiring harness in a 2016 Jeep Cherokee Laredo. This prior harness had been spliced into rear taillights with quick-splice connectors and a separate 12V wire was routed under vehicle frame to engine area and clamped to positive battery terminal. Fortunately, this etrailer.com (#C55451) harness included well labeled "quick-connect" wiring connectors directly to Jeep factory taillight connectors without any splicing or additional 12V hot wire required. Everything was included in the etrailer.com kit and was easy to assemble thanks to excellent instructions. Really liked the YouTube video showing exact install of this same kit by an etrailer.com technician. Also, I had one quick question before I started so I called Noah (customer service dept.) at etrailer.com and he quickly answered my question. He also assured me he or another technician would be available via phone support if any further questions came up during or after installation. In summary, a very well designed product from a company that is serious about making their customers successful. Very pleased with this item and would highly recommend as a DIY project.



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Great service and shipping was quick went right on just like the video showed and feedback from the company is quick and painless!



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Plug and play, doesn’t get any easier, fits perfect


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See what our Experts say about this CURT Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring

  • Which Trailer Wiring Do I need For a 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited
    If the Jeep does not have a tow package, I recommend Curt T-Connector part # C55451 because it can handle 1 more amp per circuit than the other trailer wiring options for your Jeep. The more amps per circuit the better especially if you are towing a trailer with a lot of lights. If the Jeep does have a tow package, I recommend Hopkins part # HM40975 7-way plug to plug into the factory port at the rear of the Jeep. This is the best option if you have the tow package because it simply plugs...
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  • Curt T-Connector Harness C55451 On 2006 Grand Cherokee Causes All Tail Lights To Flash
    I am sorry to hear about the issues you are having with the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness part # C55451. This harness actually ties in behind the tail lights on your 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee so there will be no additional fuses or relays needed. I recommend that you remove the fuses and relays that you installed. If you are still having issues once this is done then you will first want to find a new ground, bare metal on the frame. I would then make sure you have attached the...
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  • Brake Controller Recommendation and Installation for a 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
    We have everything you need to install a brake controller on your 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. For a brake controller, I recommend the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Brake Controller, # 90195. This is one of the top brake controllers on the market because it is easy to use and set up. There are no plug-in style brake controller harnesses for the 2006 Grand Cherokee, so it will need to be hardwired. If your Jeep already has the factory tow package with the 7-way trailer connector, then all you will need...
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  • Troubleshooting Trailer Taillights that Stop Working After A Few Minutes
    What you are describing sounds like you are over drawing the wiring harness and instead of shorting out it's temporarily turning off. Typically this doesn't happen and instead the harness shorts itself out all together. You are most likely running too many lights on the trailer and if you reduced some of the draw you'd be good. Converting some of the lights to LED will help out quite a bit as well. I attached a page that has all of the LED trailer taillights we offer as well.
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  • Does Curt 4-Way Wiring Harness Fit 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee Without Factory Tow Package Wiring
    Yes, I can indeed verify for you that the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # C55451 does fit your 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee without the factory tow package wiring.
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  • Troubleshooting Driver Side Lights Not Function After Curt Wiring Install 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
    You will want to first try connecting and disconnecting the driver side connectors of the part # C55451 to hopefully clear out any misconnection that it may have. If it still doesn't work you would want to test the converter box to determine if it is at fault. What you will want to do is test the wires going into the box of the converter box for voltage with a circuit tester like the # PTW2993 to see if there is voltage going into the box when the taillight functions of your vehicle are...
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