Does the Battery Have To Be Unhooked To Install Curt Harness On 2019 Subaru Forester
Updated 12/30/2020 | Published 12/28/2020 >
Question:
I have Curt wiring harness C56040 for my 2019 forester. Do I have to disconnect the battery before installing? Thanks.
asked by: Michael P
Expert Reply:
According to Curt, the installation of the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness part # C56040 which is a fit for a 2019 Subaru Forester will require that the negative battery terminal be removed before starting. That said, I have installed several of these without issue and I can't say I have ever done this but I also can't recommend you go against the instructions from the manufacturer so I will leave this up to you to decide.
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Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Vehicle End Connector
- Powered Converter
- No Tow Package
- 4 Flat
- Plug and Lead
- Plug-In
- Hidden
- CURT
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