Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
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2017 Mazda CX-5 - Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- 4 Flat
- Powered Converter
- CURT
Quickly and easily install a 4-way trailer connector on your Mazda CX-5 with this custom harness. T-connector plugs directly into existing wiring. Powered converter reduces strain on wiring system and is made using SMT to ensure superior performance.
Features:
- Provides a 4-way flat trailer connector at the back of your vehicle to power your trailer's signal lights
- Compatible with 5-pole, 6-pole and 7-pole adapters (sold separately)
- Connects quickly and easily
- Locate connection points in rear cargo area
- Plug in T-connector
- Run hot lead to car battery
- Includes a tail light converter to ensure that your vehicle's wiring matches that of your trailer
- Powered module connects directly to battery to avoid overloading vehicle's electrical system
- Constructed using surface-mount technology (SMT) for consistent, reliable performance
- Maximizes trailer light yield and intensity while producing minimal heat
- Ensures superior operation in rough road conditions
- Comes with dust cap for 4-way flat connector
Specs:
- Maximum amperage:
- Stop/turn lights: 3 amps per circuit
- Tail lights: 6 amps per circuit
- Limited 1-year warranty
Installation
This custom-fit T-connector plugs into your vehicle's wiring harness, which is located in your rear cargo area. You will have to remove the floor coverings, storage trays, rear scuff panel, and side trim panel to access this harness. Once you've plugged in the T-connector, run the hot lead up to your car battery. Connect the lead to the included fuse holder, and then connect the fuse holder to the positive terminal on your battery.
Once installation is complete, the 4-way connector will be stowed in an out-of-the-way location within your rear cargo area.
It is recommended that you use a small amount of grease on all electrical connections - the plugs on your automobile and the 4-pole connector itself - to help prevent corrosion.
Powered Tail Light Converter with Surface-Mount Technology
A tail light converter is built into this T-connector. This converter is a circuit-protected, battery-powered unit that bypasses the electrical routes that are used by a basic wiring harness. As a result, there is virtually no draw on your tail light circuits.
Because most trailers run on a two-wire system - wherein the brake and turn signals are carried on one wire - the separate brake and turn signals from your vehicle's three-wire system need to be combined so they are compatible with the wiring system of the trailer. This converter combines the brake and turn signal functions of your automobile so that they run on one wire to properly activate your trailer's tail lights. Note: This will not affect how the tail lights on your vehicle operate.
Curt builds each tail light converter using surface-mount technology (SMT). This method of construction involves soldering electronic components directly to the surface of a printed circuit board. SMT eliminates the need for leads, which are used in older through-hole technology. The result is a circuit board that is smaller yet provides more routing area and that offers superior performance, reliability and durability.
Circuit boards constructed using SMT have been shown to perform better under rough conditions with excessive vibration than those made using the through-hole method. And where would vibration be more likely to occur than in towing applications? Curt converters also produce less heat, leading to increased durability and longer life. In addition, lower levels of resistance ensure better performance, especially for parts that operate at higher frequencies.
Each Curt circuit board is made using high-quality components that are pieced together in the most technologically savvy fashion, leading to greater predictability and reliability in functioning.
56377 CURT T-Connector Mazda CX-5 Wiring Harness with 4 Pole Trailer Connector
Item # C56377
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Customer Reviews
Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector - C56377
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (86 Customer Reviews)
Quickly and easily install a 4-way trailer connector on your vehicle with this custom harness. T-connector plugs directly into existing wiring. Powered converter reduces strain on wiring system and is made using SMT to ensure superior performance.by: James10/02/2022
I think the quality of the wiring harness is horrible. I got the plug and play harness and now my left turn signal flashes like my bulb is burned out. Their not so I took it to the dealership and they said the box where all the wiring goes to is faulty. They disconnected it and it is fine. The problem is I don’t have the box or receipts to send it back. It would be nice if you rectify this problem and I would gladly change my review. This is the 4th hitch and wiring harness that I bought from you.
Comments
The harness does have a 1 year warranty. I will have our Customer Service team reach out to you.
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Jenny N - 10/12/2022by: Josh12/16/2022
Well, I received the product in a timely manner, the install videos were very helpful and spot-on with how I needed to go about it, and the install went smoothly. Not simple by any means, but not too bad. However, after using this with my trailer 3 times, the running lights connection failed. (That's the brown wire, TM or "trailer marker" from what I can tell.) That's a big pain. I called Curt, and their service wasn't great. Seems to be blaming the trailer itself, and didn't really want to help. I got in touch with etrailer, and they were great. Helped me diagnose the problem, narrowed it down to a failure of this product, and got me set up with an advanced replacement under warranty, so I could pull out the bad one and put in the good one at the same time. So that's fine, but I'm only giving 3 stars, because the product failed me, and it cost me $XX to ship back the bad one, and about 2.5 hours of my time to swap it out. I think if the product works for you the first time, it's a 4 or 5 star product, but ymmv.
by: Josh 09/15/2022
2019 MazdaCX-5
Great product, coupled with the very helpful videos from etrailer. The installation was very straightforward, and it seems to be working great in my 2019 Mazda CX-5. No complaints at all here, and for getting a 4 pin connector on my vehicle, I think I made the best choice.
by: Elias 07/29/2022
I have had this for roughly 1 year. I have used the hitch with the wiring harness several times with no issue. It was all straightforward to install using the videos. I appreciate how the harness stays nice and clean tucked inside the car until I need it and then just put it away again.
by: Keven 07/21/2022
2017MazdaCX-5
Works fine, but a bit of a project to complete. Tips: Toss the instructions and just watch the e-Trailer installation video on YouTube. Before installation, make sure all your lights function properly. Saves headaches in case you end up having to diagnose a post-install problem. When disconnecting the Mazda taillight connectors, insert a small flat blade screwdriver downward into the locking clip. Rotate the screwdriver slightly as you pull the connector apart. Rather than tap +12vdc off the cargo jack, I followed the recommended step of running the power wire all the way to the battery. When running the power wire under the chassis, you dont need to fit your whole body under the vehicle to route the wire. The 10mm bolts, push pin and various cavities are accessible with just your upper body, although if you're a larger person, a floor jack may be required. The 4 pin connector pinouts are labeled, so you can test the installation with a voltmeter if you dont have a test plug or trailer. Finally, several connections require a crimper with yellow aperture, so be prepared. Good luck!
by: Mark08/24/2022
Mazda
Sturdy trailer hitch for my 2018 Mazda CX5. The installation video couldn't have been any better.
by: Jesus 09/14/2022
This is my second trailer hitch from etrailer. Everything has been as described; very good quality and on time
by: Jeff 10/08/2022
wire harness did not work right for my auto.
Comments
The # C56377 you purchased is a fit for the 2017-2021 Mazda CX-5 only. For the 2022 model, youd want to use # TK85VR
Mike L - 10/16/2022by: Maximus06/20/2022
2021 MazdaCX-5
Good Product, does what you need. It is time consuming...
Do Not like the fact they want you to hang the plug wires out the tail gate to plug in you trailer. There is a large grommet on the driver side that could be modified to get a good drop to the hitch. I split it and run the wires through then once it was back in place I siliconed it up.
by: Curtis05/23/2022
Well thought out set up. A dream installation with the plug and play wiring harnesses. Took my time (especially when popping the back panels on my wife’s brand new vehicle) and still only took a couple hours start to finish. Definitely recommend this product.
by: Randy 09/03/2022
Product was easy to install. Great quality. Will continue to do business with Etrailer. Super fast shipping. Thanks
by: Craig08/06/2022
2017MazdaCX-5
Great product. Instructions included were worthless, but the video was excellent. Did not have to cut any wires, since I had a rubber plug I could cut to accommodate the 4-pole connector.
by: Bret01/16/2023
The hitch and wiring harness I ordered came quickly and in perfect shape. Your instructional video was very helpful and made mounting a breeze. I have ordered parts here before and have never been disappointed and will continue to use etrailer in the future. Thanks.
by: Peter 11/18/2022
Overall I think this is well made and a very reasonable price. I think the install time is longer than what you suggest. Also, I believe it requires 2 people to install. My only complaint was the 2 sided tape was dried out and would not stick to the car or the module.
by: Bruce 01/06/2023
Easy to install and works great. Hardest part was running the wire to the battery.
by: Bruce04/03/2022
This install went well and was truly plug-and-play. I elected to tap power off the 12v jack in the rear luggage compartment rather than run a dedicated line all the way up to the battery. (I never use that jack anyway.)
by: Austin10/16/2022
Does what it needs to. Pretty hard to i nstall.
by: Tom10/22/2021
This was very easy to install with minimal problems. Also purchased wire harness and install also was mighty easy. Since install, I pulled three trailer loaded with around 2K lbs of pavers to my house with no problem. Very Happy.
by: Shannon 09/29/2021
Mazda
Works perfect for my 2018 Mazda CX-5 easy to install for the first time ever!
by: Zach S05/07/2022
2022 MazdaCX-5
Good product easy install. Only hard part was running the wire under the car to the battery. If the car was on a lift would’ve been much easier!
by: Jorge05/20/2018
2017MazdaCX-5
I am returning this because it is supposed to be plug and done. Well, I had to route a wire from the battery to the back of the vehicle. I found another one that doesn't require that step and draws power from the back junction box. Easier.
by: Henry09/15/2022
Good product and delivery ??
by: Bud 01/25/2021
The wiring harness I bought for my new hitch receiver fit my new 2020 CX-5 perfectly. Installation was easy, after figuring out how to disassemble the rear end of the SUV. The provided connectors mated perfectly with the vehicle connectors. Running a primary wire from the rear of the car to the battery was a bit of a pain; I'd recommend Curt find a way to tap into an appropriate conductor where the harness is being installed on future versions. Otherwise, everything worked perfectly, and when I got the car put back together the entire installation was invisible with the trailer connector pigtail stored in the spare tire compartment until needed. I'm completely satisfied with this harness, and recommend it highly.
by: Kenneth08/23/2021
excellent service and prices,I ordered a hitch, but the wrong wiring kit. after looking again i saw a alert that the wiring kit ordered was not certified for my car.as this was the next day and my order had already shipped I called and after a brief wait, spoke to adam
he checked my order and confirmed, i had ordered wrong wiring kit.HE WENT OUT OF HIS WAY TO SHIP THE CORRECT KIT THE SAME AFTERNOON. he also e mailed a return label for my incorrect order. cant say enough about the good service and quality staff they have employed there...
by: William 07/10/2020
2020 MazdaCX-5
I installed this wiring harness myself on my 2020 Mazda CX-5. The instructional video was REALLY helpful. It showed in detail how to remove the interior panels to gain access to both taillights. The plug in T-Connectors were a snap to plug in. I chose to run the wire to the battery beneath the vehicle but inside the under sound proof panels so the wire is almost completely hidden from the elements. Works great and I would highly recommend this wire harness for a 2020 Mazda CX-5 (I think it works for earlier models as well)
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- Options for Running Power Wire of Curt Trailer Wiring Harness # C56377The connection to the battery is something that many people have reservations about until they actually start the process and realize that it is not so bad. There are different ways you can get to the battery and we actually wrote an FAQ article on this topic which I have linked for you. The FAQ gives general tips on different methods for routing the power wire. You can run the wire through the vehicle if you wish but just keep in mind that this does take more time and you may end up...
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view full answer... - Troubleshooting 3rd Brake Light Not Working on 2019 Mazda CX-5 After Installing Curt T-ConnectorYou might want to go back through and trace the steps that you took when installing the Curt T-Connector # C56377 on your 2019 Mazda CX-5 to see if you accidentally forgot to plug something in or if maybe some wiring got damaged. Since the tail lights are working properly I don't see how the T-Connector would be affecting the 3rd brake light but if everything looks fine you might as well disconnect the tees from the Curt wiring harness and plug everything in like it was prior to installation...
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view full answer... - What Gauge Wire Is Included With Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness # C56377 For The Battery?The included black wire which connects the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness # C56377 to the battery is 12 gauge.
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view full answer... - If asked to choose between the Tekonsha # 118746 or a Curt # C56377 I'd go with the Tekonsha. The Tekonsha model has a higher amperage rating, and over the years we've found their electrical products to be slightly more reliable in the long run than those from Curt. Curt makes a great product, but the Tekonsha is just a little bit better. If you click the provided link, you can see the harness I recommended being installed on a 2017 CX-5. The procedure on your vehicle would be identical.
view full answer... - Comparing Tekonsha and Curt Trailer Wiring Harnesses for 2019 Mazda CX-5Both the Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118746 and the Curt T-Connector # C56377 are designed to fit your 2019 Mazda CX-5, and will install in the same manner by plugging into existing ports behind the trim panels in the vehicle's rear cargo area. Both also require a hot lead to be run up to the battery for power. Between the two options though I do recommend the Tekonsha T-One # 118746 because it features a higher amp capacity for its circuits and also uses a superior converter...
view full answer... - Trailer Wiring Harness Recommendation 2020 Mazda CX-5Tekonsha and Curt both offer trailer wiring harnesses for your vehicle. Between the Curt # C56377 and the Tekonsha # 118746, I'd suggest the Tekonsha, as it has a higher amperage rating at a pretty similar price. If you click the provided link, you can see a video of the harness being installed.
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