How Do You Remove An OEM Hitch Receiver For A 2005 Ford Escape

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Your expert replies to someone else: I have some good news for you! The Curt # C13651 and Draw-Tite # 75751 will install on your 2010 Ford Escape without having to remove the factory hitch. I have attached the installation instructions, a video, as well as a picture to illustrate how this will look once on your vehicle. Please keep in mind that both hitch receivers will still be functional but should not be used at the same time. Using both receivers at the same time could overload your vehicle and cause damage. As for removing the factory hitch, as long as it was a bolt-on application you shouldnt have any problems removing it if you chose to. Alternate mounting instructions are listed for vehicles without the factory hitch. PLEASE SEND ME THE INSTRUCTIONS AND VIDEO ABOUT HOW TO DO THIS. ID LIKE TO REMOVE THE OLD FACTORY 1 1/4 INCH HITCH BUT DONT SEE ANY INSTRUCTIONS. THANKS. IM READY TO DO THIS BUT JUST NEED TO KNOW HOW.

asked by: CALOGERO G

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You should be able to unbolt the hitch receiver from your 2005 Ford Escape. If not, it is part of the bumper assembly. In this case, to remove the hitch receiver, you will have to remove, and replace, the bumper. We do not have the instructions or a video for removing your old hitch receiver. Nor do we sell a replacement bumper assembly for your vehicle, However, you should be able to get some of this information from where you purchase the replacement bumper assembly for the 2005 Ford Escape.

Once the bumper is replaced you can install a new hitch receiver. I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" part # 13650. This hitch receiver CANNOT be installed unless the factory hitch receiver has been removed. It is a Class III hitch receiver with a maximum tongue weight of 350 lbs and a maximum gross trailer weight of 3500 lbs.

I have included a product description and a video installation of the Curt Trailer Hitch I recommended below.

expert reply by: Mark Smith

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Answer 1

The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part #75751 is made in Mexico. If you are instead looking for a made in USA trailer hitch for your 2011 Ford Escape then you would want the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #13650. I have attached an…

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Answer 2

I have some good news for you! The Curt #C13651 and Draw-Tite #75751 will install on your 2010 Ford Escape without having to remove the factory hitch. I have attached the installation instructions, a video, as well as a picture to illustrate how…

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Answer 3

I spoke with my contact at Curt and he told me that the Curt Trailer Hitch, #C13651, does sit lower to the ground than the Curt Hitch, #13650. Both trailer hitches will fit the 2005 to 2011 Ford Escape without a factory hitch, but the #C13651 will…

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Answer 4

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Answer 8

Yes, we do. To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C26VV. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Toyota with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has…

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

Lance does have a proprietary plug, but many customers see a standard 6-way or 7-way round and notice it doesn't fit their factory 7-way as well. I've attached an article to help if you have one of the 7-way or 6-way round connectors…

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