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2008 Mazda CX-9
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Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector

Part Number: C56342
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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. Powered converter reduces strain on wiring system and is made using SMT to ensure superior performance. 1-800-940-8924 to order CURT custom fit vehicle wiring part number C56342 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 - C56342

Highlights

  • Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Works with your vehicle's wiring
  • Plug-and-Play Install: T-connector plugs in behind tail lights with no cutting or splicing.
  • Protects Vehicle Circuits: Powered converter draws power from the battery to avoid overloading tail lights.
  • Reliable Trailer Lighting: 4-flat connector powers trailer stop, turn, and running lights for safe towing.
  • Ready-to-Run Power Lead: Includes 20 ft of 12-gauge wire to connect converter directly to the battery.
  • Durable Setup: Converter box isolates trailer shorts to help prevent damage to vehicle wiring.

Features to know about

Protects Vehicle Circuits: Powered Converter Design

Many vehicles can’t handle the extra draw from trailer lights, and that’s where this harness makes a big difference. The Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector includes a powered converter that draws power directly from the battery instead of the taillight circuits. This setup keeps your vehicle’s wiring safe from overload while delivering full power to the trailer lights.

Straightforward Install for DIY Setups: Plug-In Harness with 20-Foot Power Lead

Running wiring front to back can sound intimidating, but this kit keeps it simple. It comes with a 20-foot length of 12-gauge wire to connect straight to the battery, along with plug-in connectors that tie into the factory tail light wiring. No splicing or guessing which wire is which—just plug it in and run the power lead where it needs to go.

Keeps Trailer Lights Working Right: 4-Flat Connection

Once installed, it gives you a standard 4-flat trailer connector for running lights, brake lights, and turn signals. The solid connection helps ensure clean signal transfer so your lights stay bright and consistent every time you hook up the trailer.

Prevents Wiring Damage from Shorts: Converter Box Protection

If a trailer short occurs, the converter box helps shield your vehicle’s wiring from damage by stopping the fault before it can backfeed through the system. It’s built to take the hit so your vehicle doesn’t have to, keeping things working safely even if your trailer wiring has an issue.

Specs

Electrical Specifications

  • Connector type: 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
  • Power wire length: 20 foot length of 12 gauge wire
  • Converter type: Powered Converter

Technical comparison image showing various trailer wiring harness connectors with labeled callouts highlighting different plug types and configurations for vehicle trailer wiring compatibility.

Compatibility

  • Vehicle type: For vehicles without factory tow package
  • Fitment: Designed for Nissan Quest (model years referenced include 2012, 2014, and 2016)

Design Features

  • Style: Plug-In T-Connector
  • Installation: Plug and Lead connection
  • Mount location: Vehicle End Connector

56342 CURT T-Connector - Surface Mount Technology - 4 Wire

Replaces 56137

Similar to Hopkins HM11143674 and Tekonsha 118547

Installation Details C56342 Installation instructions

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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. Powered converter reduces strain on wiring system and is made using SMT to ensure superior performance.

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Very easy to install.



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very easy like the video,luv how easy this package made my life.



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Great products use it to pull pop up fit perfectly was easy to install



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I got everything on time and it’s working good and also high quality



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Order arrived when on time as promised and was easy to install with no difficulties. Satisfied customer!



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The install was easy with the instructions provided !



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Works great. Install takes a little doing, but that is due to the car itself being difficult, the harness had all the right plugs and made it as simple as could be



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Bought a number of Items to add a trailer hook up to my 2017 Nissan quest. Jason was very helpful with all the different Items I purchased. i recommend buying from etrailer.



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Thank you so much!! Great service! They called to make sure that there were no security issues before allowing the purchase. Items arrived MUCH faster than expected! Installed hardware with ease with all supplied new bolts. The electrical package was all pretty much plug and play and easy to install. I wish it came with a mounting bracket for the trailer plug to make it stationary. My only other critique is that the "etrailer.com" sticker is upside down. Great job everyone! Thanks!!



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This harness made it easy to connect with the factory brake light system. The only thing I'd say is take your time carefully running the +battery lead. I was able to tie it up along with the fuel and A/C lines on the inside of the frame rail and come up into the underhood area. Everything is still working one year later.



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Great instructions- easy install - “plug and play”.


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

  • Trailer Hitch for 2017 Nissan Quest
    There is a fit for a trailer hitch on a 2017 Nissan Quest. I confirmed with Curt that if your '17 Quest is a Platinum, S, SL or SV model then the Curt Trailer Hitch # C12061 is a fit.
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  • Towing Package For A 2016 Nissan Quest
    The etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit # e98KR has the heaviest rating of the hitches that are confirmed to fit your 2016 Nissan Quest. The trailer hitch has a bolt-on installation with no welding required. It has a matte black powder coat finish which is over a protective base coat that offers a superior rust resistance. The trailer hitch has a maximum gross trailer weight up to 3,500 pounds and has a maximum tongue weight up to 300 pounds. I would recommend checking the...
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  • Correct Trailer Hitch and Trailer Wiring Harness for 2017 Nissan Quest
    According to Curt, the # C13900 is a fit for the Nissan Frontier and the small Nissan Pickup that predated it but they don't list the Quest as a fit. I'd recommend using the Curt # C13078 Class III hitch which is specifically designed for your 2017 Quest. If you'll be using the hitch for towing purposes, you'll also need the # C56342 trailer wiring harness, a ball mount like # 40346 (use in the rise position) and a 1-7/8 inch ball like # 19260 or a 2 inch ball like # C40004. You'd also...
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  • Is It Possible To Pull A 4x8 Utility Trailer With A 2011 Nissan Quest?
    Hello Jose. It is possible to tow a small trailer with a 2011 Nissan Quest. I recommend that you use the etrailer Class 3 Hitch # e98KR. This has a 2" receiver and is rated for towing 3,500 lbs. Your Nissan Quest is also rated for towing 3,500 lbs, so as long as the gross trailer weight does not exceed 3,500 lbs you will be just fine. You will also need the Curt T-Connector # C56342 for your trailer lights. I also suggest that you use the Ball Mount Kit # C45534 which will come with everything...
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  • More Reliable Trailer Wiring Harness for 2016 Nissan Quest
    Sounds like the harness is getting overdrawn by your trailer wiring which is shorting it out and causing it to fail and then also causing the lights on the vehicle to stay on. Does the trailer have a lot of lights on it? We don't have the best luck with Curt trailer wiring kits so I would recommend the Hopkins kit # HM11143674 instead for your 2016 Nissan Quest.
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  • Trailer Wiring Harness Converters Keep Shorting Out on a 2014 Nissan Quest
    Water getting in the 4-Way connector would not cause it to short out but if water somehow got into the converter box then that could do it. But it is unlikely for that to happen twice. The more likely cause of the problem is a short on the trailer that is back feeding to the converter causing it to short out. In that regard the converter box is doing its job and protecting the vehicle wiring from the short. Inspect the trailer wiring and fix any pinched or damaged wires. If there is wiring...
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  • Solution for Needing to Power Trailer Wiring Converter Box and 12 Volt Accessory Circuit of 7-Way
    You would not be able to share the power wire of the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness # C56342 for also powering the 12 volt accessory of a 7-way like the part # 37185. But I have a similar solution that would be just as easy. Instead you'd want to run the double bonded wire part # 10-2-1 (sold by the foot) to the battery of the vehicle and then attach both leads to the battery post and you'll essentially have run "one" wire to power both the converter of the 4-way and the 12 volt...
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  • Trailer Wiring Harness Recommendation for 2014 Nissan Quest
    Not all vehicles can handle the additional amperage draw of the trailer taillights on the vehicle taillight circuits. Those vehicles need setup that draws power from the battery. Some vehicles have higher rated circuits that can handle this, and others need to have the power drawn straight from the battery to protect the taillight circuits. For your 2014 Nissan Quest SV you need to install a harness that draws power from the battery to protect the taillight circuits. For that you would...
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  • How Long is the Power Wire with Curt Trailer Wiring Harness for a 2012 Nissan Quest
    The Curt trailer wiring harness # C56342 comes with a wiring kit that includes a 20 foot length of 12 gauge wire to connect to the battery on your 2012 Nissan Quest. The other option is to use harness # 118547 that does not require a power wire ran from the front to the back of the vehicle. I have linked instructions for you to view.
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