Will Installing Trailer Hitch on 2021 Ford Edge Prevent Hands Free Liftgate From Working
Question:
I have a 2021 Ford Edge that has the hands-free liftgate option. Will installing the Draw Tite 75234 hitch interfere with the function of the auto liftgate?
asked by: Megan
Expert Reply:
Installing the Draw-Tite # 75234 Class III hitch on your 2021 Ford Edge will interfere a bit with the operation of the hands free liftgate feature, but it won't prevent it from working.
The sensors under the center portion of the bumper will be blocked by the hitch receiver opening, but the areas to the left and right will still work, as shown in the photo I've provided for you.
If you'll be towing with the hitch, you'll need a few other items to complete your towing setup. If your Edge is a Titanium model, you'd use the # C73FR wiring harness or for all other trim levels, use # C89FR. For a ball mount, use part # D-28 along with a # PC3 hitch pin. For a trailer ball, go with # 19260 for a 1-7/8 or # 63845 for a 2 inch ball.
I've linked to some installation videos that you might find helpful.
Products Referenced in This Question
1-7/8" Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 2,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 1-7/8 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-1/8 Inch Shank Length
- 1 Inch Diameter Shank
- 2000 lbs GTW
- Class III
- Draw-Tite
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2" Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 7,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-1/8 Inch Shank Length
- 1 Inch Diameter Shank
- 7500 lbs GTW
- Class III
- Tow Ready
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Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- CURT
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Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- CURT
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Curt Ball Mount for 2" Hitches - 4" Rise, 6" Drop - 14-1/4" Long - 6,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- No Ball
- 1 Inch Ball Hole Diameter
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 6 Inch
- Rise - 4 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 6000 lbs GTW
- Class III
- Long Shank
- CURT
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Pin and Clip for 2" and 2-1/2" Hitches - 5/8" Diameter x 3-1/4" Span
- Hitch Pins and Clips
- Standard Hitch Pin
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
- 5/8 Inch Diameter
- 4 Inch Span
- Draw-Tite
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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 675 lbs TW
- 4500 lbs GTW
- 4500 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 675 lbs WD TW
- Concealed Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
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