Can Power Wire for Curt Wiring Kit # C56259 be Connected to 12V Power Outlet on 2012 Subaru Impreza

Updated 04/30/2019 | Published 04/29/2019

Question:

I dont want to run power thru the car for the batter, can you wire it to a plug for a cigarette lighter? and only have it plugged in when I use it?

asked by: ROBBIE H

Expert Reply:

Although that would make things easier you really do need to route the power wire that comes with the Curt T-Connector # C56259 up to the battery on your 2012 Subaru Impreza. This wiring kit is designed to function independently of the OEM wiring on your Impreza so if you were to connect this to a 12V outlet then if something went bad on your trailer it could leak over to your vehicle. We also don't know what else this outlet is connected to so it may be very easy to bust a fuse and then you are stuck without trailer lights.

The best thing to do is install this wiring kit as directed by Curt in the linked instructions. Attached is a helpful article that walks through how to route the power wiring underneath vehicles as opposed to through it like you mentioned.

expert reply by: Jon G