Difference Between Tow Ready # 20142 and Curt # C57003 Adapters with Lamp-Out Sensors
Updated 03/19/2021 | Published 08/05/2018
Products Featured in This Question
Question:
I have a 2018 Audi Q5 and am planning on installing a Tekonsha Prodigy RF Wireless Trailer Brake Controller on my trailer, which has LED lights. Based on information Ive seen on this site, I know I also need to deal with the Lamp-Out issue created by the LED lights on the trailer. My question is, should I use the Curt C57003 or the TowReady 20142 solution? Do they both serve the same purpose and one is just an adapter while the other has a mounting option?
asked by: Mark
Helpful Expert Reply:
If you will be towing a trailer with LED lights then you will likely need to use an adapter with a lamp-out sensor like the Tow Ready # 20142 or Curt # C57003 that you referenced. Both of these adapters will accomplish the same task; plugging into an existing 7-Way on your Audi and providing a new 7-Way that is able to recognize the LED trailer lights. The only difference between the two items is the bracket/housing and the wire extension on the Curt # C57003. If you don't need this and want a more unassuming adapter, the Tow Ready # 20142 is the way to go.
I have attached a video demonstration for each of these adapters that you can also take a look at.
Les V.
4/1/2020
The thing is I dont have any L E D Lights on any of my trailers. But I definitely will chk the other things out that you mentioned. Thanks
Featured Help Information
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Search Results: curt 57003
- Shop: 7-Way Trailer Adapter for Towing Trailers with LED Lights
- Search Results: pro pride
- Video: A Closer Look at the 7-Way Trailer Adapter for Towing Trailers with LED Lights
- Search Results: 20142
- Search Results: 11391
- Q&A: Why Would 7-Way Adapter 20142 Only Work for a Few Hours
- Search Results: discount codes
- Search Results: square jack
- Search Results: 1~7/8
- Shop: Brake Controller
- Shop: Lippert Super Lube Dust Cap and Rubber Plug - 2.72" Diameter - Qty 2
- Shop: B&W Hitch Receiver Reducer Sleeve - 2-1/2" to 2"
- Shop: Terran Industries 2-3/4" Trailer Hub Lube Style Dust Cap for 7K to 8K Axles - Qty 1
- Q&A: Adapter to Allow LED Trailer Wiring to Connect to 2019 Ford F-150
- Shop: Demco Autoslide Locking Plate for Lippert Helux Pin Boxes
- Shop: Redarc Tow-Pro Link Bluetooth Brake Controller - Off-Road Mode - 4 Axles - Proportional
- Shop: Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Q&A: Replacement Hardware List for the B&W Turnoverball Gooseneck Hitch
- Shop: Base Plate for Tow Bar
- Q&A: How to Remove the Pollack Black Plastic 7-Pole Connector
- Shop: Vehicle Tow Bar Brake System
- Q&A: How to Get the Furrion Vision S Camera System to Work with a 2023 Ford F-150
- Q&A: Stop Light Switch and Brake Light Relay for 2025 Ford Maverick Hybrid
- Article: Parts Needed to Add Hydraulic Disc Brakes to a Trailer
- Q&A: Best Flat Tow Setup For 2026 Ford Maverick XLT Hybrid
- Shop: Vehicle Tow Bar Wiring
- Video: Ultimate Overview of the Lend-a-Hand Folding Grab Handle for RVs
- Video: A Closer Look at the MORryde Safe-T-Rail Telescoping RV Hand Rail on a 2025 Brinkley Model Z Fifth W
on Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
Les V.
3/30/2020
I have a 2015 f150 ford sport xlt with factory 7 way and a 4 way plug with tow hitch. on my utlity trailer every time i hook it up on dash it trailer default or chk left turn signal or trailer module default. also if i hook up my travel trailer my electric brakes wont work. i dont know if its the brake controller or if its something with the truck. does anyone have a answer.