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Curt Venturer NEXT Trailer Brake Controller - 1-3 Axles - Time Delayed
Curt Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers - Dual Plug In

Part Numbers: C74VV,C51446

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Curt Venturer NEXT Trailer Brake Controller - 1-3 Axles - Time Delayed
part number: C74VV

A simple LED display and a pinch-trigger manual override make this time-delayed brake controller easy to read and easy to use. Installation is quick and simple with no mounting restrictions. Activates brakes with a preset intensity.

Features:

  • Brake controller activates trailer brakes with preset intensity
  • Adjustable power output control lets you select the amount of braking force
    • Rocker switches located on left front of module for easy access
  • 10 Gain settings and 9 load settings allow you to adapt to various driving conditions
    • Select a higher setting for harder braking and lower for more gradual braking
  • Pinch-trigger manual override is within easy reach for controlling trailer sway or stopping in emergencies
  • Simple LED display shows the amount of power output
    • Self-diagnostics monitor trailer connection and check for shorts
  • LCD display shows power adjustments in 1.0 increments
    • Brightness is adjustable for optimal visibility
  • Auto-sleep mode prevents battery drain after 5 minutes of idle time
  • Quick and easy installation with no mounting restrictions
    • No need to mount level - install anywhere at any angle
    • Included mounting bracket and hardware designed to hold brake controller flush against the dash
    • Plug-in, vehicle-specific brake control adapter (sold separately) available for select vehicles to reduce installation time


Specs:

  • Application: trailers with up to 3 axles (6 brake assemblies)
    • Compatible with low-volt, PWM, ABS, cruise control, and electric-over-hydraulic trailer brakes
  • Dimensions: 4" long x 3-1/8" wide x 1" thick
  • Limited lifetime warranty


Gain Adjustment

Gain control lets you set the maximum amount of power that will be applied to your trailer's brakes, adjusting in increments of 1. How much braking output you need is determined by the weight of your trailer; a heavier trailer will need more power to bring it to a stop. You want to go as high as you can without the trailer brakes locking up. Typically, the gain is only readjusted when you experience changing road conditions or if the weight of your trailer changes. To get more power to your brakes, press the left-hand upper rocker switch. To decrease the gain, press the lower switch. When you make your adjustment, the gain setting will show on the LED screen for 5 seconds as a series of bars and then go into sleep mode to reduce drain on the battery.


Load Control

Once you have the gain set, you can fine-tune your braking by adjusting the load control on a scale of 1 to 9. This controls the aggressiveness of your trailer's braking, meaning how quickly the brakes reach the maximum braking level. Load control can get the braking power to your trailer faster and with more intensity so that it doesn't push your tow vehicle forward. If your vehicle takes too long to come to a stop, increase the setting by pressing the right-hand upper rocker switch. If it stops too abruptly, decrease the setting by pressing the lower switch. You can alter the setting to suit your driving preferences or to improve handling based on changing road conditions or varied trailer loads.


Pinch-Trigger Manual Override

The Venturer comes with a easy-to-reach, pinch-trigger manual override, great for stopping sway or controlling your trailer's momentum in emergencies. To engage the manual override, just push in the trigger. This will activate the trailer's brakes and brake lights without you having to apply the brakes on your tow vehicle, perfect for limiting trailer movement while you're cruising.


LED Display

The LED display on the Venturer is large and easy to read at a glance. It will show you what setting the brake controller is on as well as give you information for troubleshooting. You can adjust the screen brightness or trigger night mode so it won't glare obnoxiously on your dash. Press the control button to cycle through the different modes, shown as a bar - keeping it simple.


Curt Venturer NEXT

Quick Installation

Because inertia plays no role in the functioning of this controller, you do not have to mount the unit at any particular angle. Your mounting options are limitless, so long as you can still easily access the controller and the manual override. The included bracket is designed to mount the brake controller flush to the dash so it takes up almost no space at all.


If your vehicle already has a plug-in brake controller wiring harness, just connect the unit to it. Otherwise, you will need to purchase a vehicle-specific wiring harness (sold separately) to plug into. If a harness is unavailable for your vehicle, hardwiring will be necessary.


Note: If a custom brake control wiring adapter is not available for your vehicle, one of the following will be required:

20-Amp circuit breaker (9506P - sold separately) for 2- to 4-brake applications

30-Amp circuit breaker (38630 - sold separately) for 6- to 8-brake applications


See also etrailer.com's exclusive 7- and 4-way brake control installation kit (ETBC7 - sold separately) if you don't already have a 7-way plug at the back of your vehicle.


Time-Delayed Braking

what is time-delayed braking

The Curt Venturer NEXT comes equipped with time-delayed braking. Every time you apply the brakes in your vehicle, a signal is sent - via the brake switch - to the Venturer. The controller then sends power out to your trailer brakes to activate them with an intensity set by you, at a rate determined by you. Both the amount of braking power (gain) and rate of application (load) can be adjusted to suit your preference, the road conditions, the type of trailer, and the weight of your load. To determine which levels are best for your application, test your towing setup and choose what feels right.



51116 Curt Venturer NEXT Time Based Trailer Brake Control - 1 to 3 Axles

Replaces Curt 51110



Curt Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers - Dual Plug In
part number: C51446

Install your Curt electric trailer brake controller quickly and easily with this custom wiring adapter. Simply plug one end of the adapter into your brake controller and then plug the other end into the built-in port beneath your vehicle's dash.

Features:

  • Plug-in wiring adapter allows for quick, simple installation of your electric trailer brake controller
  • No cutting or splicing required
    • Custom connector end plugs into the built-in port beneath the dash of your vehicle
    • Other end plugs into the back of your electric brake controller
  • Compatible with time-delayed and proportional brake controllers from Curt
    • Brake controller must have built-in plug for adapter to connect - will not work on controllers with pigtail wiring harnesses
  • 2' Long, 12-gauge wires have protective covering to deter damage
  • Limited 1-year warranty


Installation of Curt Brake Controller Adapter

To install your Curt electric brake controller, you need to connect the wiring of the controller to your vehicle. Certain auto manufacturers offer pre-wired options, typically known as tow packages, wherein wiring is run for you from the dash to the trailer connector on the back of your vehicle. When this is done, a port is installed at your dash so that you can easily plug in a brake controller.


This adapter plugs into the port on your vehicle's built-in brake control wiring harness. The harness is located underneath the dash, to the left of the steering column, and it is taped to another harness near the emergency brake pedal.


No hardwiring is required to install this adapter. After you plug it into the factory port, you simply plug the other end of the adapter directly into your electric trailer brake controller. Because there are no wires to connect, installation is not permanent. You can unplug and remove your brake controller at any time to transfer it to another vehicle or securely stow it away.



51446 Curt Quick Plug Brake Control Adaptor Harness

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Customer Reviews

Curt Venturer NEXT Trailer Brake Controller - 1-3 Axles - Time Delayed - C74VV

Curt Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers - Dual Plug In - C51446

Average Customer Rating:  4.8 out of 5 stars   (63 Customer Reviews)

A simple LED display and a pinch-trigger manual override make this time-delayed brake controller easy to read and easy to use. Installation is quick and simple with no mounting restrictions. Activates brakes with a preset intensity. Install your Curt electric trailer brake controller quickly and easily with this custom wiring adapter. Simply plug one end of the adapter into your brake controller and then plug the other end into the built-in port beneath your vehicle's dash.

by: John 04/13/2024

Installed but not used with a trailer yet, easy instruction and appreciate the extra hardware for the installation.
Compact and not intrusive. Decided to use the adhesive tape included and taped under the dashboard L of the steering wheel.



by: James 12/19/2023
Jeep

Worked perfectly to connect our Curt Brake Controller to our Jeep Grand Cherokee's wiring harness. Nothing to cut or trim.



by: Ozzie L05/22/2024

Easy to install. Looks great and works well. The best part is how discreet it is. Love it.



by: John 05/26/2024
Jeep Grand Cherokee

Perfect fit for 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L.



by: Jason 02/23/2024

Slimmer than most of the others. Easy install with the additional pigtail.



by: Joshua 09/04/2023
2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Works as advertised. Used to hook up a triflex brake controller into a 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee with tow package. Very easy installation.



by: Paul 02/26/2024

Delivered early. Was just what I wanted.



by: Bill A.04/06/2020

etrailer has great videos for installation and information which works well for your personal application. Cable hidden under dash.

Bill A.

4/7/2021

Still like it.



by: Gene 08/14/2023

Almost plug-n-go.The hardest part was where to put the controller !



by: Paul 08/29/2022
Jeep Grand Cherokee

Definitely a must for installing the Curt Echo under-dash brake controller in a Jeep Grand Cherokee. No wire splicing required; plug-n-play!



by: Victor04/02/2018
2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Perfect fit for my 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 5 minute installation.

Victor

4/2/2019

Traded the 2016 Grand Cherokee for a 2018, brake controller and wiring adapter fit perfectly again and has been performing flawlessly.



by: vincent .L11/08/2016
Jeep Grand Cherokee

GOT MY CURT BRAKE CONTROLLER WITH EASY CONNECT FOR MY JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE ,EASIEST AUTO PART I HAVE EVER HAD TO INSTALL.BUT MY VEHICLE WAS SET UP WITH THE TOW PACKAGE..



by: Everet07/18/2022

Controller worked well. Installation took some effort, but overall was a good piece of hardware.



by: John06/10/2020

Worked great and installed easy. Especially with the added oem plug kit.



by: Philip05/07/2022
Jeep

Worke great on my Jeep Grand Cherokee



by: Gerard C04/06/2016

All great products and fast shipping. I had a small problem and tech support answered my question immediately. Saved over $250 dollars over dealer prices and with instruction videos installation was a snap. etrailers has become my go to for hitches and accessories.

Thanks, You Guys are the greatest.



by: William E10/04/2020

Worked great. made installation of my brake controller very easy.



by: Chris 06/27/2022

worked great, made install easy



by: Brian09/20/2022

I’ve bought several items in the last year from etrailer. The service and duality never disappoint!



by: Dan K.04/03/2014

Shipped same day. Easy to install with the custom wiring adapter. Excellent customer service.



by: Tommy D.07/19/2013
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe


I have found the products that I
ordered have been just what I need, this site is great, the people are very helpful, & know what they are doing, this is the only place that I will shop for my trailer needs,



by: Douglas Fell09/09/2019

This cable worked great. Nothing better than plug and play!



by: Mark R.04/23/2017

perfect fit on both ends.

Mark R.

4/24/2018

every thing is great. works good and i have recommended etrailer.com several times to friends.thank you



by: Martin05/21/2021

Excellent product. Easy to install



by: David 03/15/2021

Connected perfectly and stayed connecte d.


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  • Making Under Hood Connections to Power Brake Controller and 7-Way on a 2008 Chevy Silverado
  • Not all Chevy trucks have the tow package wires completely installed from the factory. This means there could be some connections you will have to make under the hood to power the brake controller and the 12 volt circuit on the 7-Way trailer connector. I have included a link to a how-to article that explains the under hood connections that need to be made. I am not sure which video you watched so I have linked another on a 2008 Silverado and a different brake controller that should
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  • Troubleshooting Curt Venture Brake Controller that Wont Release Brakes Till Tapped
  • Curt brake controllers like the Venturer part # C74VV that you have are known to have odd issues like you mentioned which is frustrating. What you can do is try unplugging the brake controller for a few seconds and then plugging it back in to see if a reset fixes the issue. Best solution is going with a more reliable controller like the P3 part # 90195 as this is basically the most reliable brake controller out there.
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  • Troubleshooting Brake Light Signal Connection for Tekonsha Voyager Brake Controller 39510
  • You have done excellent troubleshooting on the issue with your Voyager # 39510 brake controller not receiving the brake light signal on its red trigger wire. Since you have replaced the brake light switch and confirmed the truck brake lights work this tells us the issue is between the red wire connection and the controller itself. If you are using the quick-connect wiring adapter # 3023-P to connect the controller to the port under your dash you can check the contacts for the red wire
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  • Should I Add Electric Brakes To My Trailer
  • Trailer brakes are normally not required if the trailer does not exceed 40% of the towing vehicle weight, however the laws vary by state so it is a good idea to find out your state's laws on trailer towing. I have attached a link that shows you all of the parts needed to add electric brakes to a trailer. You may also want to check your vehicle's owner's manual because some manufacturers require the trailer to have brakes if you tow it.
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  • Parts Needed to Install Curt Venturer Brake Controller in 2002 Toyota Tacoma
  • To install a trailer brake controller like the Curt Venturer # C74VV in your 2002 Toyota Tacoma you will need to have a 4-pole harness in place (use plug-in 4-pole kit # 118379 if you do not already have a 4-pole on the Tacoma). You will also need wiring adapter # C51515 and our 7-way installation kit # ETBC7. These items will allow you to install the controller and have a fully-functional 7-way trailer socket on the Tacoma.
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  • Parts Needed To Install Curt Venturer Trailer Brake Controller 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz Factory 4-Way
  • You will be able to install the Curt Venturer NEXT Trailer Brake Controller # C74VV on your 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz with the Pigtail # C77BR. As you only have a 4-way flat you will need the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness # C68JR to install a 7-way on the rear of your Santa Cruz. A Mounting Bracket # C67UR is needed to secure the 7-way since there is not a bumper cutout like you find on most trucks.
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  • Why Isn't Curt Brake Controller Work on 2006 GMC Sierra 1500 After Install
  • Under the hood of your 2006 GMC Sierra 1500 there are some connections that need to be made to activate the brake controller wiring. If you check out the help article I attached you can see what you need to do.
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  • Looking for Replacement Curt Universal Brake Controller Wiring Harness C51515
  • It sounds like you're looking for a Curt Brake Controller Wiring Harness. There's a custom adapter, part # C51382 which plugs into the connector under the dash or a universal model, part # C51515 which would plug into the connector on your Curt # C74VV Venturer Brake controller, providing 4 bare wire connections on the end.
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  • Installing Curt Venturer Brake Controller # C74VV on 2008 Chevy Trailblazer w/ Factory Tow Package
  • The Trailblazer doesn't have a connector under the dash, the tow package wiring is four bare wires located under the dash. To access the wires, you'll need to unscrew the under dash panel and locate the wiring harness as shown in the video I linked. To connect your Curt Venturer brake controller, you'd use the # C51515 and use butt connectors to attach to the tow package wires as shown in the video. If your Trailblazer has the 7-way trailer connector, all you'll need to do is attach
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  • Recommended 4 Wire Brake Controller To Replace 3 Wire Brake Controller
  • We haven't seen very many 3 wire brake controllers. We know that many companies used to have these models, but they are not recommended by any of them any more. Basically they had one of the wires that served a dual purpose There are some 3 wire brake controllers that essentially use the red wire circuit and black wire circuit on one wire. My guess is this is what you have. With that being said, my contact at Tekonsha did recommend against using the 3 wire controller completely and
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  • Will Curts # C74VV Brake Controller Install in a 2013 Ford Explorer Using # C51322 Wiring Harness
  • The Curt Venturer Brake Controller, # C74VV, and Brake Controller Wiring Harness, # C51322, will install in your 2013 Ford Explorer if you already have the 7-way trailer connector installed at the rear of your vehicle. If you do not have a trailer connector installed, then you will need to install a 4-way connector harness, # 118540, a Universal Installation Kit for Brake Controller, # ETBC7, and Brake controller Harness, # C51515 with the Curt Brake Controller # C74VV. The brake harness
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  • Can Curt Venturer Trailer Brake Controller # C74VV be Used in 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
  • The Curt Venturer Trailer Brake Controller, # C74VV, can be used in a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 with no modifications needed. You will just need the Custom Wiring Adapter, # C51451, to get the controller wired and ready to go. One end of the adapter plugs into the controller and the other end plugs into the built-in port up under your dash. Quick and easy installation.
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  • Wiring Adapter to Install Curt Venturer Electric Brake Controller in 2015 Ram 1500
  • To install the Curt Venturer Brake Controller # C74VV in your 2015 Ram 1500 the wiring adapter you need is # C51458. With that being said you might consider a proportional brake controller like the Tekonsha Voyager # 39510. A proportional controller senses the rate at which your truck is stopping and applies the trailer's brakes accordingly. Where a time delayed sends the same, preset, amount of braking power to the trailer every time. So a proportional will have smoother braking
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  • Curt Venturer Trailer Brake Controller Installation in 2008 Dodge Ram Pickup
  • To install the Curt Venturer Trailer Brake Controller # C74VV in your 2008 Dodge Ram Pickup that has a factory 4-pole flat trailer wiring harness you will use our # ETBC7 installation kit to install a 7-way, along with the wiring adapter # C51332 that will plug in under the dash.
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  • Adapter Needed to Install the Curt Brake Controller # C74VV in a 1999 Ford Expedition With 7-Way
  • To install the Curt Venturer Trailer Brake Controller # C74VV in your 1999 Ford Expedition you will simply need to use the Curt Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers # C51322. This adapter will plug into the back of the Venturer and then also to the port under the driver side of the dash in your Expedition.
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  • How Does Curt Ventrer Brake Controller C74VV Connect Using Harness # 51453
  • The Curt wiring adapter # C51453 is vehicle-specific and is used to connect a Curt brake controller like their Venturer # C74VV into a compatible Dodge Ram. In such an installation the black connectors from the controller and harness join together and the grey connectors on the harness will plug in to the under-dash port on the truck. If you were to want to hardwire the Reflex into just about any vehicle you could use the pigtail harness # C51515.
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  • Troubleshooting Brake Controller Stops Showing Power on Controller When Disconnected from Trailer
  • Testing the brake controller is fairly easy. Sever the blue brake output wire near the brake controller leaving enough room to reconnect it and then apply the manual slide. Using a circuit tester like part # PTW2993, you should get output to the controller side of the wire you severed. If the manual slide activates the trailer brake output wire properly, try the brake pedal. If the brake pedal activates the brake output properly also then the problem is farther back either in the vehicle
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  • Is there a Direct Plug In Port on a 2011 Chevrolet Silverado for Installing a Brake Controller
  • For your 2011 Chevrolet Silverado there is not a direct plug in application under the dash that will connect the brake controller and your vehicle. On that generation of Silverados the wiring that connects to the brake controller is established from the factory and is located under the steering column. You will need to locate this wiring bundle, and hard wire your truck wiring to the plug that connects to the back of your brake controller (part # C51515). I have included a helpful article
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  • Install Harness for Curt Venturer Next in 2007 Ford F-250
  • Yes you do need an install harness to install the Curt Venturer Next part # C74VV in your 2007 Ford F-250 with the part # C51372 being the correct harness.
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  • Troubleshooting a Curt Venturer Brake Controller on 2008 GMC Sierra with Towing Package
  • I recommend checking to see if you also have an orange wire under the dash of your 2008 GMC Sierra. If there is an orange under there, try connecting the red wire from the Curt Venturer Brake Controller, # C74VV, to that wire. I am attaching a chart that shows the other connections for the controller. I would double check that each connection is correct and secure. If you are still having problems, I would use a circuit tester like part # PTW2993, to test the light blue wire on the truck.
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  • Brake Controller Install Harness that Fits 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L
  • Curt has a brake controller install harness that fits your 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L with the part # C51446 which you could use with a Curt brake controller like the Triflex part # C51140. To find the connector in your vehicle you'll need to drop the lower dash panel and then look for the gray connector behind the PCM near where the e-brake pedal is.
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  • Trailer Wiring Harness & Brake Control Wiring for 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee with/without Tow Package
  • If your 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee does not have a trailer connector at the back but is pre-wired with the factory tow package then you can add a 4- and 7-Way connector using # HM40975-11933. Please note: It may be necessary to see a local Jeep dealer to activate the tow package wiring circuit. Models that did not come with the factory tow package would need to use # 118727 to add the 4-Way and then # ETBC7 to add the 7-Way. For a brake controller, if your Jeep did come with the factory
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