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

Part Number: C56142
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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 C56142 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 - C56142

Highlights

  • Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Works with your vehicle's wiring
  • Tow Without Factory Prep: 4-pole flat connector powers trailer turn, brake, and running lights.
  • Plug-and-Play Install: T-connector plugs into existing vehicle wiring with no cutting or splicing.
  • Protects Vehicle Circuits: Powered converter isolates trailer load from vehicle wiring.
  • Reliable Grounding: Ensures consistent power to trailer lights and prevents flicker issues.
  • Clean Factory Look: Hidden plug and lead design keeps wiring neatly out of sight.

Features to know about

Installs Without Cutting or Splicing: Plug-In Harness

Wiring a trailer doesn’t have to mean cutting into factory wiring. The Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector plugs directly into existing vehicle connectors for a clean setup. It’s a hidden harness that connects through the tail light plugs, so there’s no need to splice or guess which wire does what.

Keeps Trailer Lights Working Right: Powered Converter for Reliable Signals

Some vehicles don’t send enough power through the tail light circuit to properly run trailer lights, especially when LEDs are involved. This harness includes a powered converter that draws steady power so your running, turn, and brake lights work consistently. It helps prevent weak or flickering signals by maintaining around 12 volts on the running light wire when the lights are on.

Ready for Standard Trailers: 4-Flat Connector Output

The built-in 4-flat connector provides all the basic lighting functions—running lights, turn signals, and brake lights—so your trailer stays visible and legal on the road. The connector is easy to reach and compatible with standard trailer wiring setups.

Hidden Design for a Clean Look: Uses Existing Factory Routes

Once installed, the harness stays tucked away behind trim and factory grommets for a clean, factory-style finish. That means less exposed wiring and a setup that looks like it came with the vehicle from new.

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  • Image: Comparison image of Curt T-Connector vehicle wiring harness models showing different 4-pole flat trailer connector configurations with labeled callouts for easy identification.

56142 CURT T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4 Pole Trailer Connector

Installation Details C56142 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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Not many problems with the wiring harness, other than the wires come popping out of the harness since there is a slit groove over the sheaf. A simple zip tie does the job.



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Stacy helped me place the order and was extremely helpful. Product is great and works perfectly.



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I was pulling my hair out over connecting the wife's Lexus IS350 C lights. Small gage, no online guidance -- the Internet acts like no sane person tows with a Lexus convertible -- and extremely tight confines.

Well, etrailer rode to the rescue! Sure, I still needed the hand-size of a 4-year-old; but, we did it. Many thanks!


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