Curt Manufacturing 51453 - User Manual

Gas
Brake
E-brake
BH8
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
BRAKE CONTROL HARNESS
51453 APPLICATIONS
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installation tips
NOTICE
All steps must be followed to ensure the CURT brake control
harness will function properly. Once installed, test for proper
function by following the brake control unit instruction manual.
Make Model
Ram 1500
Ram 2500
Ram 3500
BH8 - Under dash, to right of emergency brake pedal
Representative vehicle shown below
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Summary

Installation Instructions

51453 Applications

List of vehicle makes and models for which this product is applicable.

Brake Control Harness

Visual overview and description of the brake control harness component.

Location Guide

Visual guide showing the location of vehicle connectors under the dash.

Important Notice

Ensuring proper function and testing of the brake control harness.

Installation and Safety Steps

Step 1: Remove Lower Dash Panel

Instructions for removing the driver-side lower dash panel.

Step 2: Locate Vehicle Connectors

Finding the vehicle's brake control harness connectors under the dash.

Step 3: Prepare Connectors

Removing protective covers from vehicle connectors.

Step 4: Connect Harness

Plugging the CURT harness into the vehicle connectors.

Step 5: Route Harness and Connect Unit

Routing the harness and connecting it to the brake control unit.

Step 6: Complete Installation and Test

Finalizing the installation and performing functional tests.

Curt Manufacturing 51453 Specifications

General

Brand	Curt Manufacturing
Part Number	51453
Weight Capacity	Not Applicable
Hitch Class	Not Applicable
Receiver Tube Size	Not Applicable
Product Type	Brake Controller