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  4. No Tow Package
  5. Trailer Hitch Wiring
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2014 Ford Van
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Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector

Part Number: C53KR
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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 C53KR 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 - C53KR

Highlights

  • Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Works with your vehicle's wiring
  • Tow Without Factory Prep: 4-way flat connector powers trailer lights for safe towing.
  • Plug-and-Play Install: T-connector plugs into vehicle wiring—no cutting or splicing needed.
  • Reliable Signal Match: Built-in converter syncs trailer and vehicle lighting systems.
  • Clean, Hidden Setup: Harness tucks behind panels for a factory-style, clutter-free finish.
  • No-Tow-Package Ready: Adds trailer wiring where factory harness isn’t included.

Features to know about

Installs Without Cutting or Splicing: Plug-In Harness

Wiring a trailer can be a hassle if you have to cut into factory wires. The Curt T-Connector plugs directly into existing vehicle connectors, so you don’t have to splice or modify anything. It’s a clean, direct connection that keeps the vehicle wiring intact and gets you towing faster.

Ready to Tow in Minutes: 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector

This harness gives you a standard 4-flat trailer connector for running lights, turn signals, and brake lights. Once it’s plugged in, you’ve got the essential trailer lighting functions ready to go. It’s built for simple, reliable towing setup every time you hitch up.

Keeps Wiring Out of Sight: Hidden Plug-In Design

The hidden plug-in design tucks away neatly behind panels or trim, leaving no loose wires showing. It keeps the install clean and factory-looking while protecting the connections from moisture and dirt.

Built for Vehicles Without a Tow Package: Integrated Converter

If your vehicle didn’t come with a factory tow package, this harness has you covered. The integrated converter adapts the vehicle’s wiring for trailer use, so you still get proper signal operation without any added modules or complicated rewiring.

Specs

  • Comparison chart showing multiple Curt T-Connector wiring harnesses with labeled connectors and wiring layouts for different vehicle applications.

56410 CURT T-Connector - Surface Mount Technology - 4 Wire

Similar to Hopkins HM11143825 and Tekonsha 118594

Installation Details C53KR Installation instructions

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4.5

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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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My trailer wiring harness was correct and it also arrived earlier than expected.



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The wiring was pretty straight forward and supplied everything you need to get the job done.



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Worked perfectly!



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I was able to easily assemble the wire harness no problem..excellent quality



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Plenty of wire length for a no stress f it.



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An easy enough install, but there is nowhere to store the cables, except to use the loop-cover to attach the wires to the loop on the side of the hitch. Within 5 months of ownership, two of the wires were severed, having never been used. After 9 months, the remaining two wires also broke off, and I lost the connector without ever getting a chance to use the product. A real shame, and recommend some kind of hear-resistant cover on the exposed wires by the hitch.

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Jenny N.

11/28/2023

It is a shame that the 4 flat connector broke off. I do have a few fixes that I can recommend if the harness is still installed. You can replace the connector using part # HM48190 which will also give you LED test lights to show that the harness is working. Then to keep the harness in place using a bracket like part # C58001 will keep the 4 flat next to the hitch.


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    We do have the equipment to tow with your 2017 Kia Forte, which is primarily due to consumer demand rather than hard to find towing information. You are also correct that per the owner's manual (page 5-91) it states that Kia does not recommend using your vehicle for trailer towing. I can't recommend towing with this vehicle since the manufacturer says not to and we can't provide a towing vehicle weight capacity. I can provide the weight capacity of the # C11368 which is 200 pounds maximum...
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  • Installing a Trailer Hitch on a 2017 Kia Forte LX Sedan
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    The correct Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness for a 2005 Pontiac Vibe is part # 55057, not part # C53KR which is for a Kia Forte as you mentioned. Therefore, if you wanted to get your money back then you would need to return the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness part # C53KR and order part # 55057 instead.
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    A factory exhaust tip is taken into account when a hitch receiver is designed. So the Curt # C11368 will fit your 2016 Kia Forte EX Sedan as long as the exhaust is from the factory. You should know that using the Curt Class I hitch receiver will require the use of a support strap # 18050 for any non-trailer loads like a bike rack. You can use the Draw-Tite Sportframe # 24903 instead which doesn't require the strap. If you're going to be towing with your Kia you can use # 3593 for a ball...
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    If you are planning on towing 300 - 500 lbs then we do have the equipment for your 2017 Kia Forte but please note that in the online version of the owner's manual (page 5-91) it states that Kia does not recommend using your vehicle for trailer towing. So the decision to tow will be entirely up to you and you need to check all of the weight ratings but it might be worth looking into a different vehicle if you plan on towing often. With that being said, I recommend using the Curt Trailer...
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