Best Wiring Harness for Towing With 2017 CR-V

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You recommend both the Curt #C56370 and the T-One Tekonsha #118741 wiring harnesses for 2017-2020 Honda CR-Vs towing trailers. In your “Ask the Experts” QandA’s, you seem to favor the T-One over the Curt. Am I perceiving this preference accurately, or are they so close as to be a coin-flip? With a 1500-lb towing max, it’s not likely I’ll be towing anything in the future that comes with electric brakes. Is the Curt’s SMT construction within its module better than the T-One’s Modulite module? The T-One module powers directly off the battery/fuse – is that different/better from the Curt? Is the T-One’s higher max light amperages a real benefit or too close to make an actual difference? Is the T-One’s 16-ga “bonded” wire better than the Curt’s wire quality? Does the Curt also come with a flat connector dust cap but its just not listed? Please clarify which you see as better for the CR-Vs and why. Thanks!

asked by: Dave G

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Other than the higher amperage rating offered by the Tekonsha # 118741, there isn't much in the way of differences between it and the Curt # C56370. Both use solid state construction, the Curt uses the SMT which doesn't use through-holes in the circuit boards, while the Tekonsha uses a fully potted converter box which completely seals the circuit board from moisture and dirt intrusion which would make it more reliable in the long run, in my opinion. Both harnesses include the dust cap for the trailer connector, and both units are set up to receive power directly from the battery, but don't need an independent power connection like other powered taillight converters. Both units use a 16GA wire.

Given the higher amperage rating, the similarity in price and the more reliable construction, I'd choose the # 118741 over the Curt model.

The Curt # C13397 Class III hitch would be an excellent choice that I'd highly recommend. You'll also need a ball mount like part # D-28, a hitch pin like # PC3 and a trailer ball like # 19260 for a 1-7/8 or # 63845 for a 2 inch ball.

I've linked to installation instructions for the parts mentioned above.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

For your 2017 Honda CR-V there are only 4-way harnesses we offer as custom fit options. For that you would want the Tekonsha harness part #118741 which is a custom fit option. I like to recommend the Tekonsha brand as it tends to be the most…

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Answer 2

Thanks for the picture! That is definitely not the connector you are looking for. I have attached a picture below that will show you exactly where to look to find the connector. You are indeed looking for a white connector, but with a red tip. I…

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Answer 3

The Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness #C56370 referenced in your question is confirmed to fit your 2018 Honda CR-V EXL AWD. I spoke with my contact at Curt regarding this harness on your vehicle. He states that there have been no issues with…

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Answer 4

Thank you for your recent purchase of a Curt trailer wiring harness #C56165 and 4 Pole to 7 Pole and 4 Pole Adapter #C57674. LEDs take very little power to illuminate. Some wiring harnesses can pass a tiny amount of power at all times - even when the…

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Answer 5

The issue you are having with the tail lights on your trailer are most likely due to a bad ground. Other lights like turn and brake lights will only draw power when the functions are used but tail lights draw more power and that is when the problem…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 8

If you just need a 4-pin to 7-pin trailer wiring adapter, then you can use part #C57672. This will plug into the 4-pin trailer connector on your brother's vehicle and give him the 7-pin socket for the trailer. Keep in mind, this will only give…

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Answer 9

To add a class III hitch to your 2024 Honda CR-V hybrid, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C13397. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your CR-V with included hardware. It is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. I really like this…

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Answer 10

If you have a vehicle specific wiring harness for a brake controller then that would indicate that you have a factory tow package and subsequently would already have a 7-way at the back of your vehicle. The universal 7-way connector #ETBC7 is meant…

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Answer 11

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 12

The first thing you will need for your 1999 D250 is a 4-way. The Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness #C55317 plugs into the connection points behind your rear bumper and will allow you to power your trailer's signal lights. Once the 4-way is…

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