CURT 57184 4-Way Flat Vehicle-Side to 7-Way RV Blade Trailer Wiring Adapter Instruction Manual
- June 4, 2024
- Curt
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING: DO NOT EXCEED PRODUCT RATING OR TOW VEHICLE LAMP LOAD RATING, WHICHEVER IS LOWER
PART NUMBERS
Pkg# | From Vehicle | To Trailer | Mounting Bracket |
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Single Output
57184| 4-way fla| 7-way RV blade| No
57183| 4-way fla| 6-way round| No
57185| 4-way fla| 7-way RV blade| Yes
57626| 4-way fla| 6-way round| Yes
57676| 4-way fla| 7-way RV blade| Yes
Dual Output
57604| 4-way flat| 4-way flat
6-way round| Yes
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57624| 4-way flat| 4-way flat| Yes
| | 6-way round|
57672| 4-way flat| 4-way flat
7-way RV blade| Yes
57674| 4-way flat| 4-way flat| Yes
57102| 4-way flat| 7-way RV blade
4-way flat| Yes
| | 7-way RV blade|
TOOLS NEEDED
1/8″ drill bit
Drill
Phillips screwdriver
Wire stripper
Cutting tool| Terminal crimpers
Test light
Three self-tapping screws,
10 – 1/2″
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WARNING
Never attach the mounting bracket directly to the hitch by cutting, welding or
drilling into the hitch
Be sure of what is behind the surface that you are going to be drilling. Stay
clear of brake lines, fuel lines, wiring, or any other components that may
harm the operation of the vehicle.
4-WAY FLAT ELECTRICAL ADAPTERS
Single output
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Dual output
Not all part numbers are pictured
INSTALLATION / SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Locate the vehicle’s 4-way flat trailer wiring connector. If the vehicle is
not equipped with a 4-way flat trailer connector, you will need to install a
custom wiring harness or another 4-way flat trailer connector before
continuing with the installation.
Locate a suitable mounting location on the tow vehicle for the combination
harness. The mounting bracket (if included) should be attached to the
vehicle’s bumper or another suitable surface. The connectors must be mounted
in an area that is within reach of the trailer’s wiring harness, near the
center of the vehicle.
Using the bracket (if included) or equivalent as a template, drill 1/8″ holes
into the mounting surface. Secure the bracket to a suitable mounting area on
the vehicle by using #10 – 1/2″ self-tapping screws (not included).
**WARNING:** Never attach the mounting bracket directly to the hitch by
cutting, welding or drilling into the hitch. Attach the harness connectors to
the mounting bracket. For the 6- or 7-way connector, feed the entire harness
through the large mounting hole in the bracket and position the connector
against the face of the mounting bracket. Using the supplied mounting
hardware, attach the connector to the bracket. Slide the 4-way flat connector
into the side mounting slot until the connector is secured in place.
Plug the combination harnesses’ trailer-style 4-way flat connector into the tow vehicle 4-way flat connector. This connection will provide the tail lights, stop lights and turn signal functions. See the below picture.
Determine a suitable grounding point within reach of the combination harness
to attach the grounding screw. Be sure that the area is clean of any dirt,
debris, or undercoating, and drill a 1/8″ hole.
WARNING: Check for miscellaneous items that may be hidden behind or under
any surface before drilling to avoid damage and/or personal injury. Attach the
combination harnesses’ white wire with the ring terminal to the 1/8″ hole that
was drilled, using a #10 – 1/2″ self-tapping screw. This ground connection is
required for the harness to work properly. The white wire on the vehicle’s
4-way flat connector will not support the ground (-) functions of the
combination harnesses 4-way flat and 6- or 7-way connector.
Failing to properly ground the product can cause loss of warranty,
overheating, and potential fire. Using 12 gauge (minimum) wire and butt-
connectors, connect the remaining wires to the appropriate functions as listed
below.
Yellow – Auxiliary or back-up lights
Blue – Electric brakes
Black – Positive power (+) with appropriate inline fuse
Confirm proper function with a test light or by using a properly functioning
trailer. Secure any loose wires by using cable ties or equivalent product.
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