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Curt Discovery NEXT Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Time Delayed
Curt Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers - Dual Plug In

Part Numbers: C84VV,C51372

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Curt Discovery NEXT Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Time Delayed
part number: C84VV

An easy-to-read digital number display, 10 power levels, and a pinch-trigger manual override make this time-delayed brake controller easy to use. Installation is simple with no mounting restrictions. Activates brakes with a preset intensity.

Features:

  • Brake controller activates trailer brakes with preset intensity
  • Adjustable power output control lets you select the amount of braking force
    • Rocker switches located on left front of module for easy access
  • 10 Gain settings and 9 load settings allow you to adapt to various driving conditions
    • Select a higher setting for harder braking and lower for more gradual braking
  • Pinch-trigger manual override is within easy reach for controlling trailer sway or stopping in emergencies
  • Simple LED display shows the amount of power output
    • Self-diagnostics monitor trailer connection and check for shorts
  • LCD display shows power adjustments in 0.5 increments
    • Brightness is adjustable for optimal visibility
  • Auto-sleep mode prevents battery drain after 5 minutes of idle time
  • Quick and easy installation with no mounting restrictions
    • No need to mount level - install anywhere at any angle
    • Included mounting bracket and hardware designed to hold the brake controller flush against the dash
    • Plug-in, vehicle-specific brake control adapter (sold separately) available for select vehicles to reduce installation time


Specs:

  • Application: trailers with up to 4 axles (8 brake assemblies)
    • Compatible with low-volt, PWM, ABS, cruise control, and electric-over-hydraulic trailer brakes
  • Dimensions: 4" long x 3-1/8" wide x 1" tall
  • Limited lifetime warranty


Gain Adjustment

Gain control lets you set the maximum amount of power that will be applied to your trailer's brakes, adjusting in increments of 0.5. How much braking output you need is determined by the weight of your trailer; a heavier trailer will need more power to bring it to a stop. You want to go as high as you can without the trailer brakes locking up. Typically, the gain is only readjusted when you experience changing road conditions or if the weight of your trailer changes. To get more power to your brakes, press the upper orange rocker switch. To decrease the gain, press the lower switch. When you make your adjustment, the gain setting will show on the LED screen for 10 seconds as a series of bars and then go into sleep mode.


Load Control

Once you have the gain set, you can fine-tune your braking by adjusting the load control on a scale of 1 to 9. This controls the aggressiveness of your trailer's braking, meaning how quickly the brakes reach the maximum braking level. Load control can get the braking power to your trailer faster and with more intensity so that it doesn't push your tow vehicle forward. If your vehicle takes too long to come to a stop, increase the setting by pressing the upper black rocker switch. If it stops too abruptly, decrease the setting by pressing the lower switch. You can alter the setting to suit your driving preferences or to improve handling based on changing road conditions or varied trailer loads.


Pinch-Trigger Manual Override

The Discovery comes with a easy-to-reach, pinch-trigger manual override, great for stopping sway or controlling your trailer's momentum in emergencies. To engage the manual override, just push in the trigger. This will activate the trailer's brakes and brake lights without you having to apply the brakes on your tow vehicle, perfect for limiting trailer movement while you're cruising.


LED Display

The LED display on the Discovery is large and easy to read at a glance. It will show you what setting the brake controller is on as well as give you information for troubleshooting. You can adjust the screen brightness or trigger night mode so it won't glare obnoxiously on your dash. Press the control button to cycle through the different modes.


Curt Discovery NEXT

Quick Installation

Because inertia plays no role in the functioning of this controller, you do not have to mount the unit at any particular angle. Your mounting options are limitless, so long as you can still easily access the controller and the manual override. The included bracket is designed to mount the brake controller flush to the dash so it takes up almost no space at all.


If your vehicle already has a plug-in brake controller wiring harness, just connect the unit to it. Otherwise, you will need to purchase a vehicle-specific wiring harness (sold separately) to plug into. If a harness is unavailable for your vehicle, hardwiring will be necessary.


Note: If a custom brake control wiring adapter is not available for your vehicle, one of the following will be required:

20-Amp circuit breaker (9506P - sold separately) for 2- to 4-brake applications

30-Amp circuit breaker (38630 - sold separately) for 6- to 8-brake applications


See also etrailer.com's exclusive 7- and 4-way brake control installation kit (ETBC7 - sold separately) if you don't already have a 7-way plug at the back of your vehicle.


Time-Delayed Braking

what is time-delayed braking

The Curt Discovery comes equipped with time-delayed braking. Every time you apply the brakes in your vehicle, a signal is sent - via the brake switch - to the Discovery. The controller then sends power out to your trailer brakes to activate them with an intensity set by you, at a rate determined by you. Both the amount of braking power (gain) and rate of application (load) can be adjusted to suit your preference, the road conditions, the type of trailer, and the weight of your load. To determine which levels are best for your application, test your towing setup and choose what feels right.



51126 Curt Discovery NEXT Time Delay Trailer Brake Control - 1 to 4 Axles

Replaces Curt 51120



Curt Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers - Dual Plug In
part number: C51372

Install your Curt electric trailer brake controller quickly and easily with this custom wiring adapter. Simply plug one end of the adapter into your brake controller and then plug the other end into the port in the center of your vehicle's dash.

Features:

  • Plug-in wiring adapter allows for quick, simple installation of your electric trailer brake controller
  • No cutting or splicing required
    • Custom connector end plugs into the built-in port behind the dash of your vehicle
    • Other end plugs into the back of your electric brake controller
  • Compatible with time-delayed and proportional brake controllers from Curt
    • Brake controller must have built-in plug for adapter to connect - will not work on controllers with pigtail wiring harnesses
  • 2' Long, 12-gauge wires have protective covering to deter damage
  • Limited 1-year warranty


Installation of Curt Brake Controller Adapter

To install your Curt electric brake controller, you need to connect the wiring of the controller to your vehicle. Certain auto manufacturers offer pre-wired options, typically known as tow packages, wherein wiring is run for you from the dash to the trailer connector on the back of your vehicle. When this is done, a port is installed at your dash so that you can easily plug in a brake controller.


This adapter plugs into the port on your vehicle's built-in brake control wiring harness, which is located behind the dashboard. To reach the connector, remove the storage pocket that is built into the center of your dash, just above the ashtray. Once you have removed the pocket, you will see the gray, 4-pin connector that mates with the adapter.


No hardwiring is required to install this adapter. After you plug it into the factory port, you simply plug the other end of the adapter directly into your electric trailer brake controller. Because there are no wires to connect, installation is not permanent. You can unplug and remove your brake controller at any time to transfer it to another vehicle or securely stow it away.



51372 Curt Quick Plug Brake Control Adaptor Harness

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Customer Reviews

Curt Discovery NEXT Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Time Delayed - C84VV

Curt Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers - Dual Plug In - C51372

Average Customer Rating:  4.7 out of 5 stars   (23 Customer Reviews)

An easy-to-read digital number display, 10 power levels, and a pinch-trigger manual override make this time-delayed brake controller easy to use. Installation is simple with no mounting restrictions. Activates brakes with a preset intensity. Install your Curt electric trailer brake controller quickly and easily with this custom wiring adapter. Simply plug one end of the adapter into your brake controller and then plug the other end into the port in the center of your vehicle's dash.

by: Jerry 04/25/2024

Tested . Work fine and advertised



by: Ethan 03/15/2024

excellent service and delivery.



by: Sidney 09/21/2023

Like its compact size and simple operat ion.



by: Dusten09/21/2023

Very helpful, knowledgeable and friendl y!



by: Graham04/17/2018
2006 Ford F-250 and F-350 Super Duty

Exactly what I ordered. Fit the vehicle and bake controller prfectly



by: Cliff 06/29/2021

Look in form this connection company I was getting to wire up couldn't find found on your site in short order now can get truck wired for trailer thank yo for the prompt service



by: Tom05/27/2014

It worked perfectly. Thank you Rick for your help.



by: Gary 02/10/2024



by: Christopher 03/22/2024



by: David03/20/2019

Quick delivery



by: Thomas 02/14/2024



by: Steve04/19/2024



by: Casey 05/08/2024



by: Joseph 03/23/2024



by: Mike R01/07/2014

The unit installed easily



by: Efrain 02/07/2024



by: Jose 04/05/2024



by: Steven 05/20/2024



by: Paul 03/25/2024



by: Justin 03/29/2024



by: Ray 08/22/2021



by: Christopher 07/28/2021



by: John R05/24/2024

Took about 10 minutes to install. Have not made all the adjustments yet, but is easy to understand.


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  • Troubleshooting Flashing 0.0 Error Message on Curt Discovery Brake Controller # C84VV
  • The troubleshooting guide included in the instructions for the Curt Discovery Brake Controller # C84VV that you referenced does not include this particular display issue, a flashing 0.0, among the possible display messages. My technical contact at Curt has never seen this particular message displayed on a Discovery brake controller. He suggested that either the display is malfunctioning or the controller is bad. Since your brakes are not engaging when you press the pedal with the trailer
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  • Why Is Stoplight Circuit Difficult to Find on 2017 Ram 1500 For Installing Brake Controller
  • Your generation of Ram truck uses a powernet style of wiring at the brake switch wiring which means the voltage will actually read lower than what a 12 volt circuit tester is going to show. Also if you are trying to hardwire a controller you are going to have issues as we've found that if you don't use a harness designed specifically for your truck's wiring setup you may damage the vehicle. So to install the Curt Discovery part # C84VV you have to use the vehicle specific install harness
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  • How to Wire in a Curt Trailer Brake Controller to a 1999 Ford F-150
  • Actually you have a couple of options. First, you could use harness # C51322 in place of the harness for your 1999 Ford F-150. It will plug into the Curt brake controller and the truck. This is the easiest option. The other option is to cut off the plug on the Curt brake controller # C84VV and hardwire it to the Ford harness. You would have to know the functions of the wires on the Ford harness. It may be labeled or printed on the harness. If your Ford harness has Red, Light Green,
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  • Parts Needed To Install Curt Brake Controller On a 2018 Ford E-Series Cutaway
  • In order to install the Curt Discovery Trailer Brake Controller part # C84VV on a 2018 Ford E-Series Cutaway you should be using the Curt Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers part # C51432. The Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter 3034-P won't work.
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  • Does Dealer Need to Turn on Aftermarket Brake Controller in a 2015 Ford F-150?
  • There will be no need for you to go to take your 2015 Ford F-150 to the dealer to have them turn on an aftermarket brake controller. The brake controller I recommend that you need only an adapter for is the Curt Discovery # C84VV. Since you already have the factory tow package, just use the Plug-In Wiring Adapter # C51436. Plug one side into the brake controller and the other side into the wiring on your F-150 and you are done.
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  • Compatibility of Curt Discovery Brake Controller With 2010 Chevy Silverado
  • Brake controllers are not vehicle specific. The # C84VV Curt Discovery brake controller is compatible with your 2010 Silverado. You'll also need the Universal Curt Brake Controller Pigtail, part # C51515. The pigtail wire will connect directly to the tow package wiring located under the dash between the steering column and the emergency brake pedal. Look for a bundle of wires with a white tag hanging from it. The wires of the pigtail will connect to the tow package wiring as follows: Red
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  • Recommended Brake Controller Wiring Harness For 2013 Toyota Tundra
  • If your 2013 Toyota Tundra has the factory 7-way installed, the Curt Custom Wiring Adapter, part # C51362 will be what you need to connect the Curt Discovery Trailer Brake Controller, part # C84VV. If you have a 4-way connector installed on your Tundra, part # C51515 is what you need. This harness is used on a vehicle that does not have a factory tow package or on one that has a brake control harness but is not equipped with a plug-in port. If your vehicle doesn't have a factory tow
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  • Will Curt Discovery Brake Controller Work With a 2003 Cadillac Escalade?
  • The Curt Discovery Trailer Brake Controller, # C84VV, is a fit on your 2003 Cadillac Escalade, though it will require the use of the Curt Custom Wiring Adapter, # C51352. This product simply plugs into the port that is located in the junction box that is under your dash to the left of your steering column. The exact spot it plugs in will be on the top row, second slot from the left.
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  • Brake Controller Wiring Harness for Curt Discovery in 2017 Chevrolet Colorado
  • Brake controllers are not vehicle specific technically the Curt Discovery # C84VV will work in your 2017 Chevrolet Colorado. The # C51515 wiring harness is the correct one for the Discovery.
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  • How to Find and Access the Brake Light Switch Wire on a 2015 Toyota Highlander for Brake Controller
  • If you check out the video I attached you will see how we installed a brake controller in a very similar 2014 Toyota Highlander as your 2015 model. We had to remove the lower dash panel (13:00 mark of the video), to make accessing the green wire possible. The kit used for the install in the video is the part # ETBC7.
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  • Curt Discovery Brake Controller Displays Decimal Point When Not Connected To Trailer
  • The Curt Discovery Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Time Delayed, # C84VV, is working properly. It is designed to display the decimal when no trailer is connected and number when connected. The numbers should increase as you activate your manual override when connected to the trailer as well. I have attached the installation details for you and a video to help.
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  • Curt Brake Controller, Wiring Harness 1999 F-350 Super Crew
  • The Curt brake controller # C84VV can plug directly into your 1999 F-350 Super Crew using the proper wiring harness, # C51322. This harness is sold separately. I have included a link to a video to the right that shows where the connection point on a similar truck. The brake controller and harness are different in the video but they plug into the same place on the truck.
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  • How To Install Curt Discovery C51120 In 2017 Chevrolet Equinox W/ ETBC7
  • I would be happy to help! I looked up your order and it looks like you purchased the following products: 7-way Connector # ETBC7 4-way Connector # C56210 Curt Discovery Trailer Brake Controller # C84VV Curt Wiring Adapter # C51515 Now it looks like your 2017 Chevrolet Equinox does not have the factory trailer connector. If that is the case then the # C56210 you ordered will not work as it is designed for vehicles with the factory trailer connector. You would need the # C56594
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  • Troubleshooting Trailer Brake Controller that Only Functions When Engine Isnt Running
  • That is an interesting problem you are having, but the problem lies somewhere in the wiring of the brake controller/7-way. The only way a brake controller is going to work properly with the key in the ACC position but not when the vehicle is running has to be due to wiring. Check to make sure there are no shorts between the two wires you ran to the rear of the 7-way. It sounds like you ran a wire for the 12 volt accessory circuit and an additional wire for the brake output. You might
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  • Troubleshooting Brake Controller Install Where Brakes Lock Up As Soon as Brake Pedal is Touched
  • Since your controller is not showing a connection and your brakes are locking up anytime the brake pedal is touched that means that instead of having the brake output circuit connected to the trailer brakes (blue wire of controller) you have a stop/turn signal circuit connected to the circuit instead. You can test this pretty easily by turning on either blinker and you should feel the trailer brakes lock up with the blinker getting activated. Since your brake controller would have been
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  • 7-Way Trailer Connector for 2004 Jeep Liberty with 4-Way Connector
  • Since your 2004 Jeep Liberty already has a 4-Way you just need to install the Universal Wiring Kit # ETBC7 for a fully functioning 7-Way. This comes with all of the wiring and parts needed to give you 12V power and brake controller power at the rear of your Jeep Liberty. You can use the No-Drill Bracket # C57202 to keep the 7-Way/4-Way connector right by your hitch receiver. If the brake controller in your truck is integrated or you would rather avoid removing it just to move your boat
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  • Can I Use the Curt Discovery Brake Controller in a 2021 Honda Pilot
  • Yes. You could use the Curt Discovery # C84VV on your 2021 Honda Pilot with the plug and play adapter # C51392 to allow for an easier installation that won't require cutting into any wiring. However, the Discovery is a time delayed brake controller, which means that it applied the brakes with the same intensity and with a slight delay in response to the tow vehicle's brakes being pressed. I do typically recommend going with a proportional brake controller, which uses gyroscopes and sensors
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  • Brake Controller Installation on 2011 Toyota Tundra
  • If your 2011 Tundra has the factory tow package, which includes the factory installed 7-way trailer connector on the rear bumper, it will be equipped with the tow package plug under the dash, as shown in the photo I've edited for you. Some models with the factory 4-pole (or 4-pin) trailer connector will also have the plug under the dash, you'll need to look for a white plug located above and to the left of the emergency brake pedal, above the toe kick. Occasionally, the plug will be located
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  • Troubleshooting Flashing Display of the Curt Discovery Brake Controller part # C84VV
  • The flashing O.L. message with the Curt Discovery Brake Controller part # C84VV when there is no trailer connected indicates that there is a short somewhere on the brake output circuit. I would check all the connections you made on the blue wire from the controller and then also check the trailer connector at the rear of the vehicle looking for any exposed wire or corrosion and fix as necessary. If it only flashes O.L. when the trailer is connected the problem is the same as above but
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  • How Does Brake Controller Install in 2012 Ford F-150
  • When installing the Curt Discover part # C84VV with the harness for your 2012 Ford F-150, part # C51436 all you'd have to do is plug in the controller and harness and you'd be set if you have the factory 7-way like it sounds like you do. It's really a pretty simple install. Otherwise you'd need a 4-way to 7-way adapter like part # 37185 and you'd have to run the wire from the truck's frame rail to the adapter and you'd be set. See attached picture for more info on that.
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  • Where to Plug in a Curt Trailer Brake Controller on a 2007 Ford-F-250 XL
  • Using the Curt brake controller wiring harness # C51372 you will plug it in at the factory connection point. The built-in brake control wiring harness is located behind the dashboard. To reach the connector, remove the storage pocket that is built into the center of your dash, just above the ashtray. Once you have removed the pocket, you will see the gray, 4-pin connector that mates with the adapter.
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