Expert Answers about Ford Aerostar

• How to Install Universal Trailer Wiring on a 1988 Ford Aerostar
• The Upgraded Circuit Protected Tail Light Converter with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # 119178 is a universal wiring kit that will install on your 1988 Ford Aerostar but you'll need to use a circuit tester like part # PTW2993 to determine what wires on your vehicle carry what functions. I've attached a photo of the wiring diagram for this harness but you'll need to connect the following wires to the following functions: Brown - Tail/Running Yellow - Left Turn Red - Stop Green - Right...
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• Brake Lights Not Working on Trailer Towed By 1996 Ford Aerostar
• If you are using an aftermarket connecter, when the trailer connector was installed a tail light converter might not have been used. If this is the case, you will not be getting the signal for the brake lamps. This would explain the issue you are having. If this is an OEM trailer connector, typically the towing circuits are protected by fuses located in the engine compartment. Check the fuses and replace if needed. Trailer tail lights have the brake lamp and the turn signal combined onto...
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• Wiring Harness for 1996 Ford Aerostar
• We have the Upgraded Circuit Protected Taillight Converter Hardwire Kit with 4 Pole End (Includes Testers), code # 119178KIT, which you can hardwire in your 1996 Ford Aerostar normal body. This wiring kit comes with quick splices, which makes tapping into your wires so quick and easy, and a circuit tester which will help you identify the wires behind your tail lights. If you are towing and have a 7-way plug or 6-way plug on your trailer, you can take your 4-way plug to a 7-way with the...
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• Only Trailer Running Lights Work with Wiring Harness Installed on a 1994 Ford Aerostar
• It sounds like the wiring harness # C56175 input wires are not connected to the correct tail light wires on your 1994 Ford Aerostar. You will need to make sure and test the tail light wiring for the correct functions. You would need to use a circuit tester such as # PTW2991 to test and verify the functions of the vehicle wiring and then splice in the trailer wiring harness accordingly. On the harness there is a white wire that should be grounded to a clean metal surface. The green wire...
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• Correct Wires on a 1991 Ford Aerostar to Install Hopkins Vehicle Wiring Converter # HM48915
• In order to find the correct wires for installation of the Hopkins Vehicle Wiring Converter, # HM48915, you will need a circuit tester like # 3808. This wiring harness is designed for use on vehicles that have amber or independent bulb turn signals which should be what is on your 1991 Ford Aerostar. First, ground the white wire to a bare metal surface. Next, using the circuit tester, probe the wires behind the driver side tail light until you find the one that carries a constant signal...
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• What Class Hitch is Available for 1994 Ford Aerostar
• For your 1994 Ford Aerostar we only have Class III hitches that have 2 inch openings like the Curt # C13032 that you referenced. This will have the more popular 2 inch hitch size that more accessories are made for and also has better weight capacities. If you need trailer wiring you'd then want the # C56236. If you wanted to do some towing you might be interested in etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4...
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• Trailer Wiring for a 1994 Ford Aerostar to Tow a Trailer with a 5-Way Round Trailer Connector
• There is no adapter to go from a 4-Way flat to a 5-Way round connector so you have a couple of options. What I would do is to install a 4-Way flat using # 119178KIT. Then use a 4 to 5-Way flat adapter, # 20036. The extra wire on the adapter, normally for an electric reverse lockout on a trailer, connects to the reverse light circuit on the vehicle or to whatever function the 5th pin is for on the trailer side 5-Way. Then I would remove the 5-Way round connector on the trailer and replace...
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• Availibility of Replacement Hardware Kit for Curt Class III Hitch on Ford Aerostar Van
• We offer replacement hardware for that hitch. Simply use part # RHK, and in the box asking for the manufacturer, type in Curt, and type in C13032 as the part number.
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• Fit and Compatibility of Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver On 1993 Ford Aerostar Cargo Van
• The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" # C13032 is a fit for your 1993 standard length Ford Aerostar cargo van. I've attached a photo of a roll pan bumper so you can see what style bumper does not work with this trailer hitch which is a sleek customized look. For your vehicle wiring, I recommend the Upgraded Circuit Protected Tail Light Converter Hardwire Kit with 4-Pole Connector (Includes Tester) # 119178KIT. This kit gives you a circuit tester to find the wiring...
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• Can I Use the Rhino-Rack Aero Bar Rack # Y02-480B on a 1995 Ford Aerostar with No Headliner?
• Great question! Typically, we do not recommend using the Rhino-Rack Aero Bar Roof Rack # Y02-480B with vehicles with normal metal roofs because the bolts that drill into the roof actually protrude on the other side. The other end requires a nut that fastens the tracks to the roof. Technically, since you have a stripped metal roof, the rack would work great for you. However, if you plan to ever put a headliner on your 1995 Ford Aerostar, the headliner would have to cover that bolt/nut. If...
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• 1994 Ford Aerostar Factory Trailer Wiring Harness Does Not Power Trailer Brake Lights
• You will want to check the stop light and/or CHMSL fuses in your 1994 Ford Aerostar. That very well could be the issue. There may also be separate fuses or possibly relays related to the tow package wiring. Use the vehicle owners manual to find the locations of any fuses/relays. If the fuses/relays are all good then it could just be a ground problem. Make sure the vehicle side and trailer side main grounds are attached to clean and corrosion free bare metal surfaces. Also make sure that...
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• Trailer Wiring Harness that Uses Factory Provided Connectors on a 1993 Ford Aerostar
• My recommendation would be to use the Tow Ready Wiring Kit Part # 119178KIT. This kit includes the powered taillight converter, a circuit tester, and quick splice connectors that you will need. This will establish a 4-pole flat vehicle connection for your Aerostar. I have checked with the options that we have as confirmed wiring fits for your 1993 Ford Aerostar and the only options that we currently offer are a direct hard wire option. We do have a confirmed fit that will utilize the...
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• Towing Mirror Recommendations for a 1995 Ford Aerostar
• The CIPA door mount towing mirror, # 11650, is a universal fit item designed to fit most vehicles so there is a very high chance it will fit your 1995 Ford Aerostar. I have included a link to a video review of the mirror that also shows how it installs so you have a better idea of the fit. We also have some custom fit mirrors for your van. CIPA mirrors # 11501 and # 11502 will fit over your existing mirrors as long as they look like the mirror I have pictured here for you.
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• Trailer Tail Lights Come On when Brakes are Not Used with a 2004 Ford Windstar
• The problems might be related. I would first replace that burned out bulb, and if the problem is not fixed, use a circuit tester, like part # PTW2993, and check each pin on your connector while that function is activated. (For example, pin for yellow wire-left turn signal, pin for green wire-right turn signal, pin for brown wire-running lights.) You might also use that tester and check your converter to make sure it's working as it should. Make sure there is signal going in one side of...
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• What Part do I need to Convert My 1990 Ford Aerostar that has Separate Turn and Brake Lights
• What you will need is a Tail light converter like part # 119175KIT. This item takes the two separate signals from the brake and turn signal functions, and allows them to use the same wire and bulb on the trailer. The kit contains everything you need to complete the installation.
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• Will the Curt X5 Fit a Pro Series 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch and Fit Over a Bed Mat
• Curt states that bed mats can affect the fit of the X5 # 16310. Basically if the Curt X5 can be pinned in like normal then it can be used with a bed mat. If it cannot then you would need to trim the mat in the shape of the X5 in order to get it to pin in and lock properly. Because every truck and bed mat combination is going to be slightly different there is no set list of vehicles and mat combinations available to determine if it will fit or not. The pin hole center for the X5 is approximately...
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• Transmission Cooler Recommendation for a 1996 Ford Aerostar
• Transmission coolers are pretty universal in application. The best way to pick one out would be to measure the space you have in front of your radiator and pick out the biggest cooler that would fit there. The Derale Transmission Cooler part # D13502 would be an excellent choice if you had the clearance for it. It measures 11W x 7-1/4T x 7/8D Inch. To make installation easier you would also want the # D13014 and # D13025 fittings.
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• Replacing Fan-Tastic Roof Vent to Upgrade it to Vent with Fan
• Replacing the entire roof vent really isn't much more involved than upgrading one, and since there isn't an upgrade kit for the vent assembly you have now your best solution is to go with the Fan-Tastic Vent Roof Vent w/ 12V Fan - Reversible # FV801250 which will give you a fully functional RV roof vent with a reversible fan that moves quite a bit of air.
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• How to Determine if a 1989 Ford Aerostar is Standard or Extended Length to Install a Trailer Hitch
• It actually does not matter if your 1989 Ford Aerostar is extended or standard because Curt trailer hitch # C13032 actually fits both styles. I have linked the installation instructions for you. But to answer your question the standard models were 174.9 inches long and the extended models were 190.3 inches long. The extended models may have not started until the 1990 model year. If you plan on doing some towing I recommend our ball mount kit # 989900. And for trailer wiring use # 119178KIT....
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• Trailer Wiring Harness that Fits 1994 Ford Aerostar
• The only trailer wiring harness we offer for the 1994 Ford Aerostar is the Hopkins part # HM48925 that you referenced. This kit installs by splicing into the taillight wires of the van. We do not have a plug and play type option like you mentioned.
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