We do not publish the torque specs for the hardware used in the hitch installations because the hitch manufacturers will occasionally change the hardware included with the hitch which in many cases will change the proper torque spec. Therefore, we simply refer folks to the installation instructions which the hitch manufacturers do a great job of keeping current. The Class II trailer hitch for your 2014 Fusion is part # C12091, and you can see the torque spec in step # 5 of the instructions... view full answer...
When installing the Draw-Tite Class I Receiver Hitch # 24897 on your 2017 Ford Fusion Energi (along with the other hitch models available for this vehicle) you will indeed want to trim the rear fascia instead of removing it completely in order to protect the battery. This really shouldn't add much if any time to the install process as it's just going to take the place of having to remove all of the nuts and screws that would be required to remove the entire panel.
The fascia will just... view full answer...
The instructions for the Roadmaster Battery Charge Line Kit for Towed Vehicles # RM-156-25 call for the power connection to be made at a 12V power source. So while it doesn't say you HAVE to connect to the battery bank running off of your alternator, you will want to be connected to a battery bank that is able to charge so you don't drain it completely. view full answer...
On the Rola bike racks that take strap # 59405 there is a simple procedure for replacing the strap. First, if you look at the cradles you will see they are held to the arms by the clamping force provided by a screw and nut. Remove the screw and nut. Then at the end of each arm, on the bottoms, there will be a small screw. Remove this screw. Then all you have to do is slide everything off the end of the arm.
For each cradle assembly, the large strap, the one you are replacing, goes on... view full answer...
When installing a hitch that requires drilling on your 2008 Ford Fusion, like the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit # C11329, you will need to use a little extra force to pull the bolts through the hole that you drilled.
When I first started here, I helped out installing a trailer hitch on a vehicle and I had the same thought that you did. I quickly found out that if you have enough of the wire threaded on the bolt, you can actually give it a good yank and it will stay on the bolt.
Worst... view full answer...
Are you sure the extra wire you're speaking of isn't black? The Curt # C56351 will have two connectors that plug inline with the connection between the factory taillight harness and the taillight assembly. The one on the passenger side will have a green and white wire, the driver's side will have a white and a yellow wire. The converter box will also have two additional wires, one blunt cut black wire and one white wire with a ring terminal. The white wire grounds to the vehicle body, and... view full answer...
Yes, the Roadmaster InvisiBrake Supplemental Braking System # RM-8700 only activates off of the brake signal for your motorhome's tail lights so you would be able to splice into the magnetic light wiring harness to get that brake signal. You will still need to ground the Invisibrake to vehicle though.
As for installing it in the trunk, you will be limited by the length of the included air line tube. You'll have to run tubing from the box to the engine bay and from the box to the pulley... view full answer...
The Redarc In-Vehicle BCDC Battery Charger - Dual Input - DC to DC - 12V/24V - 25 Amp # 331-BCDC1225D has a built in battery isolator function to prevent the charger from pulling power from the start battery when the vehicle is off. This will prevent you from draining your starting battery and leaving you stranded in the boondocks.
You are correct in that if this function were not present it would cause issues, but they have accounted for that and built in the isolation to prevent that issue. view full answer...
The If you check out step 5 of the install instructions link I attached for the Curt hitch # C12091 you'll see the torque figure. Right now the torque spec is 110 foot lbs (as of December 2019). Since our hitch manufacturers have told us this figure is subject to change at any time we don't go out of our way to post it on our site. Since our instructions link directly to the manufacturer's site they are always up to date in case of a change. So I would recommend you double check the instructions... view full answer...
I checked with Curt and they list the hitch part # C12091 as a confirmed fit for all models of the 2016 Ford Fusion so that would include yours that has the Sport Appearance package.
If you plan on doing any towing be sure to first check the vehicle owner's manual for the capacities of the vehicle and if lower than the hitch capacities go by the lower rating.
For trailer wiring you can use T-connector # 118574. I have included a link to the installation instructions for the wiring as well. view full answer...
The install of the Curt hitch part # C12091 is not overly difficult at all for your 2017 Ford Fusion. If you check out the attached install instructions and video you can see the whole process outlined. view full answer...
The installation of the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch, part # 24897 is simple and if you are mechanically inclined should have no problem installing this hitch yourself on your 2014 Ford Fusion. The instructions are included and easy to follow. The # 24897 is a Class l hitch and has a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening.
If you aren't comfortable installing it yourself, most local garages have all the equipment needed to install this hitch. Since there is no drilling involved and just a bit of trimming... view full answer...
I understand that it may not be easy to run the hot lead all the way to the battery on your 2016 Ford Fusion. Most of the time it is necessary and highly recommended when installing the T-One vehicle wiring harness # 118574, but if you have another separate 12 volt battery that is not in use, you could attach it to that and it should work just fine.
Depending on where you will be attaching the 4 flat adapter I would also recommend the Mounting Bracket # 18144 so the 4 plug has a nice... view full answer...
It is not recommended to reinstall the lower body fascia with the Curt Class II Trailer Hitch, # C12091, on your 2013 Ford Fusion Titanium because of the final position of the hitch once it is installed. It may be possible to mount the fascia with the hitch installed, but you will have to do extensive trimming to make it fit with the hitch. The side mounting brackets, crosstube and receiver sit in the same location as the lower body fascia, so you would basically have to cut around the... view full answer...
The 2008 and 2009 Ford Fusions are from the same generation meaning that as far as installing a trailer hitch goes, the steps and attachment points are going to be the same. The Curt hitch # C11329 will fit both the 2008 and 2009 models of the Ford Fusions.
I have included a link to the installation details for Curt Hitch Trailer Hitch, # C11329, below for reference. view full answer...
You can cut cross bars if you determine that there is excess on either side of the foot pads. You will want to make sure you make the cut as square as possible so that the end caps install as securely as possible.
A lot of people leave there roof racks on their roofs permanently. I would recommend you remove the rack every couple months to clean the surface where the rack sits on your roof and the foot pads of the rack to ensure that any debris that might make its way between the rack... view full answer...
It looks like you have the spacing correct for the Inno Roof Rack # INB137, # INSUT, and # INK860 on your 2015 Ford Fusion, but I would just double check that the feet are not binding and that the base carrier has been installed correctly. You may also need to adjust your towers (if that can be done) to help get your square bars to sit level. view full answer...
No, but most of the stuff you already have will transfer over. The only thing you're going to need is a new fit kit # TH36RV.
The Edge Clamp Feet # TH79SC you already have will work with both fit kits so as long as your new car has a naked roof as well that's all you're going to need.
If your new Escape has flush rails, then you're going to need different feet # TH89SC and a new fit kit # TH96RV.
It should also be noted that this is going to work the WingBar Edge crossbars, if you have... view full answer...
If you were to install the EcoHitch # 306-X7239 on your 2017 Ford Fusion then you would have to permanently remove the plastic underbody panel as you can see from the attached photo which is directly from the instructions.
I have also attached a photo of how the trailer hitch looks after the installation. Removing the panel actually doesn't subtract from the look of your vehicle at all. I recommend using this trailer hitch simply because it has a 2" receiver that allows you to utilize... view full answer...
The center fascia can be reinstalled. Our installer mentions that to reinstall the fascia/appearance panel on the 2015 Ford Fusion it just has to be trimmed. Where to trim is also explained in the instructions which I have linked for you.
The panels behind the 2 rear tires on the other hand were not meant to be reinstalled because the hitch is in the way and needs to be in direct contact with the chassis. If you trimmed those panels they could be reinstalled but you will need washers and... view full answer...
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