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Complete CURT Class 4 2" trailer hitch and 4-flat custom wiring kit engineered for the 2009 - 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 Excluding factory receiver. Vehicle-specific fit, plug-and-play installation, all hardware and instructions included.
This custom kit fits the following vehicles:
All Hardware and Installation Instructions Included!
Whatever the next item is on your to-do list -- whether it's arriving at the jobsite before dawn or getting your travel trailer set up in time to see the sunset -- CURT class 4 trailer hitches offer greater towing power to let you Bring It. These custom receiver hitches are built to tackle bigger jobs and bolder adventures, all while giving you a custom fit for your vehicle. Class 4 hitches are available for a variety of makes and models, from pickup trucks and SUVs to full-size and commercial vans. This particular class 4 hitch fits certain years of the Ram 1500 and Dodge Ram 1500 (to verify vehicle compatibility, see application info). It provides a weight carrying capacity of 10,000 lbs. GTW and 1,000 lbs. TW. It can also accept a weight distributing hitch, offering a maximum WD capacity of 12,000 lbs. and a WDTW of 1,200 lbs. CURT class 4 tow hitches are as much suited for work as they are for play. With their high load capacities, they are typically used for towing larger trailers, including everything from a double-axle utility trailer or livestock trailer to a full-length camper or large boat trailer (NOTE: Never exceed the lowest weight capacity of any towing component). All CURT class 4 receiver hitches come with a 2" receiver tube opening and all the necessary hardware for a complete installation. From light-duty to heavy-duty, every CURT custom hitch is engineered to be vehicle-specific, using actual vehicles to create the optimal design. We then combine high-strength steel, precise welding and a co-cured finish of liquid A-coat and durable black powder coat to provide you with a hitch you can depend on. To prove it, we test all our hitches in accordance with SAE J684 for safety.
If your vehicle is not equipped with wiring for towing a trailer, CURT custom wiring is the ideal solution. A custom wiring harness -- also called a T-connector -- is a simple, plug-and-play electrical device that plugs into your automotive electric system and provides a standard, universal trailer wiring connection. This is done using two or more vehicle-specific, OEM-compatible connectors to plug into the taillight assembly, eliminating the need for cutting, splicing and soldering during installation. Custom wiring harnesses are made vehicle-specific, and while they are not available for all vehicles, they do offer one of the fastest, easiest and most secure ways to wire a vehicle for towing. This particular plug-in harness provides a 4-way flat connector socket and is designed to be a custom wiring harness to fit certain years of the Dodge Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 (to verify your vehicle compatibility, see application info). It comes with all necessary wiring components to establish a reliable trailer wiring connection, as well as a dust cover to keep the connector clean when not in use. You have a picture in mind of your next destination -- maybe it's the boat landing at your favorite fishing spot, maybe it's a campsite that overlooks one of nature's masterpieces, or maybe it's the next big jobsite. However, turning that picture into a reality takes more than just daydreaming. It takes a solid connection and the right amount of power. CURT custom wiring is made with some of the most sophisticated technology in the industry and is designed to install with ease, giving you a long-lasting electrical connection for your towing hitch setup.
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CURT, a Lippert brand, offers a complete line of towing products and is the leading manufacturer of custom-fit trailer hitches. We offer the broadest selection of custom-fit hitches, and each one is designed, welded, and coated in Wisconsin.
CURT is also a leader in flat towing products, as well as 5th wheel, gooseneck, and weight distribution hitches, ball mounts, electrical components, cargo solutions, and other towing accessories.
For everything from passenger cars and vans to full-size pickups and SUVs, CURT is 'The First Name in Towing Products®.'
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| Year | Make & Model | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 - 2010 | Dodge Ram 1500 | Excluding factory receiver |
Yes, the 09 - 10 Dodge Ram 1500 Excluding factory receiver Curt 2", Class 4 Trailer Tow Hitch + 4-flat Wiring Kit 14374 (Part #CHW-838) is designed to fit the 2009-2010 Dodge Ram 1500.
The 09 - 10 Dodge Ram 1500 Excluding factory receiver Curt 2", Class 4 Trailer Tow Hitch + 4-flat Wiring Kit 14374 (Part #CHW-838) fits 2009-2010 Dodge Ram 1500 models. The 2010 model year is the last year covered by this part number. For newer models, check for an updated version.
The 09 - 10 Dodge Ram 1500 Excluding factory receiver Curt 2", Class 4 Trailer Tow Hitch + 4-flat Wiring Kit 14374 (Part #CHW-838) fits the following vehicles: 2009-2010 Dodge Ram 1500. Always verify your specific year, make, and model before ordering.
The 09 - 10 Dodge Ram 1500 Excluding factory receiver Curt 2", Class 4 Trailer Tow Hitch + 4-flat Wiring Kit 14374 (Part #CHW-838) Refer to the included instructions for installation details. Basic hand tools are typically all you need.
Part number 14374 is designed for Dodge Ram 1500 models without an OEM hitch. If your vehicle already has a factory-installed hitch, this product is not compatible. Verify your vehicle does not have an existing OEM hitch before purchasing.
The hitch weight is 60 lbs.
The manual lists gross load capacity specifications for both weight-carrying and weight-distribution modes, but the specific trailer weight and tongue weight values are not filled in on the provided documentation. Contact Curt Manufacturing technical support at 1-877-287-8634 for the complete capacity ratings. Regardless of the hitch capacity, you must not exceed your vehicle manufacturer's recommended towing capacity.
No. Part 14374 is designed only for Dodge Ram 1500 models without an OEM hitch.
No drilling is required. The hitch uses fishwire hardware to thread bolts through existing frame rail holes.
You will need: socket wrench, torque wrench, 6" socket extension, 3/4" socket, and 21mm socket. A torque wrench is essential because the installation requires precise torque specifications: 110 lb-ft for 1/2" hardware and 126 lb-ft for M14 hardware.
The kit includes: two .250 x 1.50 x 3.00" square hole spacers (CM-SP4), two .188 x 1.00 x 3.00" square hole spacers (CM-SP40), four 1/2-13 UNC grade 8 serrated flange nuts, four 1/2-13 UNC grade 8 carriage bolts (1-1/2" long), and two 1/2" x 30" fishwires.
Yes. Step 1 of the installation requires you to lower the spare tire for ease of installation. After the hitch is installed and torqued, you will raise the spare tire back into position in Step 8.
1. Lower the spare tire. 2. Remove the existing M14 bolts connecting the bumper beam to the frame rail on both driver and passenger sides; save these bolts. 3. Use the reverse fishwire technique to thread 1/2-13 x 1-1/2" carriage bolts and CM-SP40 spacers through the large round holes in the frame rails. 4. Use the fishwire technique to thread 1/2-13 x 1-1/2" carriage bolts and CM-SP4 spacers through the bumper beam ends and out the slot in front of the bumper beam. 5. Raise the hitch into position and loosely install 1/2-13 hex flange nuts on the carriage bolts. 6. Reinstall the M14 bolts removed in Step 2. 7. Torque 1/2" hardware to 110 lb-ft and M14 hardware to 126 lb-ft. 8. Raise the spare tire back into position.
The manual references both a standard fishwire technique and a reverse fishwire technique but does not provide detailed instructions for either method in the provided pages. The fishwire technique is used to thread carriage bolts and spacers through the bumper beam, while the reverse fishwire technique is used to thread bolts through the frame rail holes. For detailed guidance on these techniques, contact Curt Manufacturing technical support at 1-877-287-8634.
Yes. Step 2 requires you to remove the existing M14 bolts that connect the bumper beam to the frame rail on both the driver and passenger sides, and you must save these bolts. In Step 6, you reinstall these same bolts. Do not discard them.
Torque all 1/2" hardware (the carriage bolts and hex flange nuts) to 110 lb-ft.
Torque the M14 bolts (the factory bumper beam bolts) to 126 lb-ft.
Torque 1/2" hardware to 110 lb-ft and M14 hardware to 126 lb-ft.
No. In Step 5, you loosely install the 1/2-13 hex flange nuts on the carriage bolts. The fasteners are only fully tightened in Step 7, after the hitch is raised into position and the M14 bolts are reinstalled. This allows for proper alignment before final torquing.
You must not exceed your vehicle manufacturer's recommended towing capacity. The hitch itself has gross load capacity ratings for both weight-carrying and weight-distribution modes, but the specific values are not provided in the available documentation. Contact Curt Manufacturing at 1-877-287-8634 for the complete specifications, and always defer to your Dodge Ram 1500's manufacturer towing limits.
Periodically check the receiver hitch to ensure that all fasteners are tight and that all structural components are sound. The manual does not specify a particular interval, so regular visual inspection before each towing use is recommended.
The manual lists estimated install times: 30 minutes for a professional installer and 60 minutes for a novice (DIY) installer.
Curt Manufacturing warrants the product to be free of defects in material and workmanship at the time of retail purchase by the original purchaser. If the product is found to be defective, Curt may repair or replace it at their option when returned prepaid with proof of purchase. The warranty is voided by alteration, misuse, or improper installation. Curt's liability is limited to repair or replacement and excludes incidental or consequential loss or damage.
Yes, Curt part number 55504 is designed for Dodge Ram 1500, Dodge Ram 2500, and Dodge Ram 3500 models. The installation uses the vehicle's existing taillight wiring harness in positions T3 and T5.
The Curt 55504 is a T-connector trailer wiring harness that taps into your vehicle's existing taillight wiring. It includes a converter box, a 4-flat connector for the trailer, and wiring with yellow and green leads for the driver and passenger sides respectively.
The kit includes a T-connector with yellow and green wires, a black converter box, a white ground wire with eyelet and screw, double-sided tape, cable ties, and a 4-flat connector. You will need a drill with a 3/32" bit if no suitable existing screw is available for grounding.
The manual does not specify whether the battery must be disconnected. Contact Curt Manufacturing or your installer for this safety requirement before beginning work.
Locate the vehicle's taillight wiring harness in positions T3 and T5 under the vehicle. The harness will have connectors similar to those on the T-connector included in the kit.
On the driver's side, separate the vehicle's taillight connectors without damaging the locking tabs. Insert the T-connector end with the yellow wire between the separated connectors, ensuring they are fully inserted with locking tabs in place. Repeat on the passenger's side using the green wire T-connector end.
Route the T-connector end with the green wire under the vehicle to the passenger's side taillight wiring harness. Avoid any location that may pinch or cut the wire during routing.
Locate a suitable grounding point near the connector, such as an existing screw with nut in the vehicle's frame. If no existing screw is available, drill a 3/32" hole and secure the white wire using the eyelet and screw provided in the kit. Before drilling, verify that no miscellaneous items are hidden behind or under the surface to avoid damage or personal injury.
Drilling is required only if no suitable existing screw with nut is available on the vehicle's frame for grounding the white wire. If drilling is necessary, use a 3/32" drill bit. Always verify that no miscellaneous items are hidden behind or under any surface before drilling to avoid damage and personal injury.
Drill a 3/32" hole if no existing screw is available on the vehicle's frame for grounding the white wire.
Adhere the black converter box to the frame of the vehicle using the double-sided tape provided in the kit.
Secure any loose parts of the T-connector with the cable ties provided in the kit.
Route the 4-flat connector to the center of the vehicle and secure it in a convenient out-of-the-way location.
Before drilling, verify that miscellaneous items are not hidden behind or under any surface. Drilling without checking can cause damage to hidden components and personal injury.
Avoid any location that may pinch or cut the wire when routing the T-connector under the vehicle. Also, do not damage the locking tabs on the vehicle's connectors when separating them.
Yes, the Curt 55504 is designed for Dodge Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 models.
You need a drill with a 3/32" bit only if no existing screw is available on the vehicle frame for grounding. All other hardware is included.
Drilling is optional and only needed if no existing screw with nut is available on the vehicle frame for the ground wire. If drilling is required, use a 3/32" bit.
Before drilling, verify that no miscellaneous items are hidden behind or under the surface to avoid damage and personal injury.
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