How to Identify Wires for 4-Way Installation on 2023 Audi Q5

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Hi ! I own a Audi Q5 2023 , can you tell me what is the wire color for running lights , left and right turn signal so i can splice with my curt 56236 converter Thanks !

asked by: Jean

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Hi Jean; wire color information for 4-way installation is not something we have available. To find the right wires on your 2023 Audi Q5 and install your # C56236 you will have to use a tester like # PTW2993 to identify the wires and follow the testing procedure outlined in the instructions.

expert reply by: Robin H

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Wire Testing Procedure
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Jean-pierre

5/7/2025

I test my wire in Q5 2023 and it seem to be same color code wire as in your 2021 Q5 video I watched on your etrailer video on youtube , waiting for my converter to arrive for final installation. Thanks !

Robin H.

5/7/2025

@Jean-pierre good I'm glad that matched up. Wiring colors can be a tricky thing and even change within the same year for a vehicle so you can't always count on them. If you need anything else let me know!

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