Curt Upgraded Circuit Protected Powered Tail Light Converter - 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
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Curt Upgraded Circuit Protected Powered Tail Light Converter - 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
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CURT Trailer Wiring - C56496
- Trailer Connectors
- Vehicle End Connector
- 4 Flat
- Plug and Lead
- 0 - 5 Feet Long
- CURT
Features:
- Adapts separate turn and stop lights (3-wire system) to a (2-wire system) on trailer
- Requires a powered converter wiring kit (55151 - sold separately) to complete installation
- Works with domestic and import vehicles
- Virtually eliminates draw on vehicle tail light circuit
- Potted enclosure resists water and vibration
- Protects against overvolt, ESD, and short-circuits
- No HD flasher required
- Battery powered and circuit protected
- Surface Mount Technology (SMT)
- Does work with vehicles that have LED tail lights
- Will work with trailers that have LED tail lights
- Includes (4) Quick splices to aid in installation
- Also includes 4-pole trailer connector cover
Specs:
- Pigtail length: 17" long
- 4-Pole trailer connector length: 58" long from converter box
- Amperage allowance:
- 3.0 amps per turn/brake
- 6.0 amps for taillight function
Warning: Overloading circuit can cause fires. Do not exceed product rating or tow vehicle's lamp load rating, whichever is lower. Read vehicle owner's manual and instruction sheet for additional information.
Surface Mount Technology (SMT) is a method for constructing electrical circuits where components are mounted onto the surface of printed circuit boards.
56496 Curt Circuit Protected Powered Converter w/ SMT
Replaces Curt 56146
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Customer Reviews
Curt Upgraded Circuit Protected Powered Tail Light Converter - 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector - C56496
Average Customer Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars (12 Customer Reviews)
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by: Peter03/12/2022
Easy replacement for the old one. No problems encountered at all. Recommended.
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by: Robin07/31/2019
Have purchased a number of hitches and wire harness for a number of different vehicles I have owned. All products were easy to install and worked perfectly . The instructions were clear and quality of their products is top notch. I have used their customer service to ensure I was ordering the right product for a older vehicle (75 Toyota Landcruiser) they were patient and ensured I got the right set . Their customer service is matched by their pricing and that would be hard to beat . Delivery (Canada) was exceptionally fast. Probably not my last order and I have recommended this company and their products to my friends. If your considering a purchase I don't think you will be disappointed and you will be saving lots of money doing it yourself.
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by: John03/01/2022
Received not installed specific for BMW X3 2021
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by: Jake07/31/2021
Contained everything pictured and worked well for running power to the powered tail light converter
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by: Tom09/19/2021
I put it in today and it works great! Great service at etrailer.
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by: Jasmin10/17/2021
Its good product..fit perfectly for my metris 2016
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by: Alan09/24/2021
PERFECT, FAST DELIVERY, VERY GOOD PRICE, PROPER DESCRIPTION, IT IS IN AND WORKS
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by: Charles03/06/2021
No muss or fuss, this just works.
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by: Sharon E.05/02/2019
Wiring was properly installed and it works great!
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by: Norman10/11/2021
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by: Mark11/24/2021
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by: Alan10/02/2021
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Ask the Experts about this CURT Trailer Wiring
- Will Curt Trailer Wiring for a 2015 Acura TLX Short OutThe only people that have problems with the Curt trailer wiring part # C56496 burning out are the ones who do not properly secure the converter box. If the box comes loose and starts banging around it will eventually burn out. Aside from that it is an excellent option that has been confirmed as a fit for your vehicle. We don't have any confirmed fit T-connector style harnesses for your vehicle so I am not sure if they have your vehicle confused with a different one like a regular TL.
view full answer... - Trailer Wiring 4-Way Harness Recommendation for a 2005 Subaru BajaFor your 2005 Subaru Baja there is a trailer wiring option confirmed to fit, but not a T-connector type that would plug inline. Instead you would need to use the hardwire kit part # C56496 that is a universal fit kit that will work on your vehicle. This is the best priced option we carry as well.
view full answer... - Trailer Wiring Harness Recommendation for a 2003 Subaru LegacyFor the Curt Trailer Wiring Harness part # C56496 that you referenced that has been confirmed as a fit for your 2003 Subaru Legacy I attached a link to the installation instructions and an install video that shows the harness being installed on a similar Subaru as yours for you to check out.
view full answer... - Trailer Wiring Recommendation for a 2016 Kia SorentoFor trailer wiring for a 2016 Kia Sorento without a tow package you would want the trailer wiring harness part # 56146KIT. This is universal wiring kit that will work great for you. I attached an install video for you to check out as well.
view full answer... - Replacement Trailer Wiring Converter Recommendation to Replace Shorted OneTo replace the bad converter box you could use the # C56496. This will allow you to wire the converter to existing wiring of your vehicle and will come with a new 4-way connector. You will want to check the wiring of your trailer to find what shorted out your current converter before you replace it so that you don't short out the new one as well.
view full answer... - How to Replace Just the Converter Box of a Curt Trailer Wiring HarnessYou could cut the old converter box out of your # C56164 and then install the converter box of part # C56496 in it's place. Normally we recommend to check the trailer wiring for any shorts and fix as necessary before connecting new trailer wiring so that the new box doesn't short as well. But since your trailer is brand new and works with your other vehicle you would most likely be fine.
view full answer... - Troubleshooting Trailer Wiring that Stops Working when Vehicle Headlights are OnWhat you described is a classic ground issue. The problem is that the added amperage draw of the head/running lights being on for your vehicle makes the trailer taillights a bit weaker. What you would want to is run the grounds of the light assemblies of your trailer back to the main ground harness of your trailer. I can almost guarantee that will fix the problem. I attached a help article for you to check out as well that covers 4-way troubleshooting.
view full answer... - Tips for Finding Taillight Wiring on Hatchback VehicleWhat you will need to do is find the rubber conduit that carries the wiring from the hatch lights to the door frame of the vehicle. Typically this is at the top of the door. If you look for a black rubber hose that runs from the hatch to the door frame that's what you need. Inside this will be the wiring for the taillights. You will need to use a circuit tester like what comes with the # C56496 to test the wires to find the correct circuits.
view full answer... - Why Is Trailer Wiring Converter Harness Needed for 2007 Cadillac SRXIn a lot of vehicle the turn signals are separate from the stop lights which is different from how trailer lighting works. That's why a converter is needed to match the circuit styles. Also a lot of vehicle't taillights can't handle the amperage draw of the trailer taillights so the power has to come from the battery which is what the # C56496 also allows.
view full answer... - Trailer Wiring Harness Recommendation for a 2014 BMW X1We have two curt wiring harness part numbers that have 56146 in them. Part number # C56496 and part # 56146KIT that also includes the wiring and fuse holder for routing the power wire of the kit up to the vehicle battery. Both of these converters have the SMT (surface mount technology) circuit board that makes them very reliable as opposed to the older style of circuit board that other harnesses may have. Since your 2014 BMW X1 requires the wire get run all the way up to the battery you...
view full answer... - Where are the Towing Light Fuses on a 2015 Jeep Grand CherokeeI checked the owner's manual for your 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee and found all of the locations you need to check that relate to the trailer lights. There are several so it is certainly possible that you missed a few but I don't see any relays. These fuses are all located in the power distribution center (PDC) or aka fuse block under the bonnet next to the engine. There may also be fuses in the interior fuse panel but I was not able to look the locations up for you. F29 20 Amp Blue – Trailer...
view full answer... - Why Would Trailer Wiring Stop Working on Trailer When Headlights come OnTry improving the connection of the main ground wire of the trailer wiring harness. Make sure it is attached to a clean metal surface. Or you can run all of the trailer wires back to the main ground. This is actually the ideal solution. But you can also check the current grounds for the lights to make sure they are making a solid connection to a clean metal surface. What you described is the classic insufficient ground scenario so finding a way to improve the grounds will fix the problem....
view full answer... - Does the Curt Upgraded Circuit Protected Powered Tail Light Converter Draw Power While Not In UseThe Curt Upgraded Circuit Protected Powered Tail Light Converter - 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector part # C56496 only draws power from the vehicle while a trailer is attached and the lights are activated. Therefore, you don't have to worry about it draining your battery without a trailer attached. If you choose, you could remove the inline fuse on the power wire that leads from the battery to the converter box but this would not really have any affect so I just recommend you leave it inside...
view full answer... - LED trailer lightsYes, the Curt Upgraded Circuit Protected Powered Tail Light Converter part # C56496 will work perfectly with LEDs on a trailer. The wiring harness draws power from the vehicle's battery so you don't have to worry about faults with the vehicle caused by the amp draw of LEDs on a trailer.
view full answer... - Turn Signals Intermittently Working While Running Lights And Tail Lights WorkIf the signals are trying to draw more power when in function, but are only working intermittently, I would first check the ground contact point. This will be the white wire from the converter box. Make sure you have a clean, maybe even bare metal surface to give you a solid ground connection. You can use a little sand paper to remove any paint or coating to this surface that might hinder a quality connection when grounding. Also look for any possible kinks or bends in the power from...
view full answer... - Trailer Wiring Availability for a 2013 Kia SoulI was able to find a trailer wiring harness that will work on your 2013 Kia Soul, but the Tow Ready Harness # 118431 that you referenced has not been carried over to the 2013 models. Curt recommends the Curt Circuit Protected Powered Converter # C56496. This is a kit that will require you to hardwire to the wiring of your Soul, but it will work well for you. I attached installation instructions and an install video for you to check out.
view full answer... - Trailer Wiring Recommendation for a 2014 Mercedes GLKThe Curt trailer wiring part # C56496 is the confirmed trailer wiring recommendation for a 2014 Mercedes GLK like so it would be a great option if you are looking for trailer wiring. This is a universal type kit that will require hardwiring to the taillight wires of your vehicle though.
view full answer... - Testing Trailer Wiring Converter Box to Determine if it is DamagedIf the trailer wiring was working properly why do you need to run that additional wire to the converter? It sounds like that is the problem. Only one source for the right turn and stop light circuit is needed. What you will want to do is test the wires going into the box of the converter box for voltage with a circuit tester like the # 3808 to see if there is voltage going into the box when the taillight functions of your vehicle are applied, and then test the output side of the box to...
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- Trailer Wiring Recommendation for a 2010 Range Rover HSEYes, we carry trailer wiring confirmed to fit the 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport HSE. The Curt wiring harness part # C56496 has been confirmed to fit your vehicle.
view full answer... - Trailer Wiring Harness Recommendation for a 2002 Mercedes Benz M-ClassThe Curt Wiring Harness part # C56496 that you referenced is a universal fit wiring kit designed to fit your 2002 Mercedes M-Class as well as the VW in the product picture. I attached an install video that shows this wiring kit being installed on a very similar M-Class as yours for you to check out as well.
view full answer... - Trailer Wiring Harness Recommendation for a 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee without Tow PackageI did some checking and it looks like the correct wiring harness to give you a 4-way at the back of your 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be the Curt Wiring Harness part # C56496. I attached installation instructions and an install video for you to check out.
view full answer... - Will Curt Upgraded Circuit Protected Wiring Harness Fit A 2010 Land Rover Range Rover HSE?The Curt Upgraded Circuit Protected Wiring Harness # C56496 you were looking at is a universal splice in wiring harness and as such it will work just fine in your 2010 Land Rover Range Rover HSE non sport. You will need to use install kit # 55151 to wire the harness to the positive terminal of your battery. I included video reviews of the products mentioned for you to take a look at.
view full answer... - Trailer Wiring Recommendation for a 2012 Toyota Prius VI spoke with my contact at Curt and she informed me that for your 2012 Toyota Prius II you will need a Curt Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring # C56496. This is a hard wire install that requires that you test the wires of your tail light circuits that you have found. Check out the installation instructions and install video I attached for you. The Curt Harness # C56147 that you referenced is only for the older model Prii before 2012.
view full answer... - Replacement Powered Converter for Curt Wiring Harness on 2015 Dodge Grand CaravanI do have a solution for you, however the included powered taillight converter from the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness # C56150 is not currently available as a separate item. For a cost-effective way to replace this converter, I recommend going with the universal Curt Circuit Protected Powered Converter # C56496. You can simply cut the input wires on your existing harness and connect them to this new converter. I have attached a video demonstration on this product for you to...
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