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  • How to Wire Trailer Wiring Harness on a 2005 Ford Crown Victoria
  • To wire the Tekonsha Harness # 119178KIT I have a picture attached from the installation directions describing the connection points for each wire. I'll also link to a video that explains the installation. I have attached the installation instructions as well as our trailer wiring help article, which is very thorough. This article designates each wire and its purpose.
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  • Can the 2005 Jeep Liberty Rear Gate and Back Glass be Opened with the SpareRide Bike Rack Attached
  • Yes, you will be able to open the back glass, swings up, and then the tailgate, swings to the side, with the SpareRide 2 Bike Rack, item # Y02599, installed on the back of your 2005 Jeep Liberty. Opening the rear gate is not recommend with bikes installed on the rack, see instructions link. Opening the door with the weight of the bikes hanging on the rack would eventually damage the hinges on the gate causing it to sag and not close properly. You should also be aware that the bike rack...
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  • What Axle Do Snow Chains Install on a 2006 Ford Crown Victoria
  • If only one set of tire chains is going to be used on a vehicle you want to put the chains on the drive axle. Since your 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive you would want to install the chains on the rear wheels. You will want to consult your owners manual for any restrictions or regulations on running tire chains on your vehicle. I attached an FAQ article on tire chains for you to check out also.
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  • Testing Tail Light Wires on a 2001 Ford Crown Victoria to Install a Trailer Wiring Harness
  • When installing a hardwire trailer wiring harness such as # C59236 you have to test the vehicle tail light wires to determine their functions using a circuit tester such as # PTW2993. Testing the wires is required because there is no standard wire color and function code. Your 2001 Ford Crown Vic has separate turn signal wires from the brake light wires. The yellow wire on the harness goes to the left turn signal wire on the vehicle. The green wire is for the vehicle right turn signal...
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  • How to Order Replacement Mounting Hardware for Curt Trailer Hitch 13707
  • We do sell replacement hardware for our hitches. All you need is the part # RHK. On the product page you'd need to enter the part number of the hitch you have as well as the select the brand and you'd be good.
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  • What Drilling Is Required On The 1997 Ford Crown Victoria To Install The Curt 13707 Hitch?
  • For your 1997 Ford Crown Victoria Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver Class III - 2", # 13707. I've attached a video of an installation on a 1996 model and they didn't change anything between 96 and 97 models of the Crown Vic or the Grand Marquis. You will need to drill 4 holes. I recommend starting with a pilot hole about 1/4 inch and then making the final hole 9/16 inch.
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  • Is Drilling Involved when Installing Trailer Hitch # C12130 on a 1983 to 2010 Ford Crown Victoria
  • For the 1983 to 2010 Ford Crown Victoria, Sedan and Wagon, you will need to drill 4 holes in the frame in order to install Curt Trailer Hitch, # C12130. I have included a link to the installation details. Step 4 in the instructions explains the required drilling. I have also included a link to a video showing installation on a similar vehicle, a 1992 Lincoln Town Car. The main difference on the Town Car and other vehicles compatible with this hitch is that on the Town Car there are some...
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  • How to Test a Trailer Brake Controller on 2007 Ford Crown Victoria without Connecting to a Trailer
  • You don't need to be connected to a trailer to test a brake controller, but the brake controller does need to sense a slight amperage draw on the output circuit. You'll want to use a circuit tester like the # PTW2993 with one pin grounded and the other on the brake circuit output pin on your 7 way connection. Then you can hit the brake pedal of the vehicle and you should see the brake controller operate like normal. You'll need someone to help since it's hard to be at the rear of the vehicle...
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  • Will My 2001 Ford Crown Victoria Require Modifications to Install a Trailer Hitch
  • Modifications to the exhaust are only needed on 2003 and later model years. The exhaust is moved from its factory installed hanger on the car to the actual hitch. Your 2001 model year will not need these modifications.
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  • How Many Catalytic Converters are on a 2007 Ford Crown Victoria 4.6L V8
  • The 4.6L V8 engine in your 2007 Ford Crown Victoria uses two catalytic converters. There is one converter coming from each side of the exhaust manifold so you would need two of MagnaFlow Stainless Steel Catalytic Converter part # MF23331 in order to replace both sides. The sensors you are referring to are (O2) oxygen sensors and do not need to be replaced. You can simply reuse the sensors you already have unless you would like to replace them. There will be one sensor on each converter....
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  • Installation of a Derale Transmission Cooler on a 03 Ford Crown Victoria
  • Installation instructions for transmission coolers are pretty universal, but there are some variances between different vehicles. With that being said, I do not have specific installation instructions for a Derale Transmission Cooler # D13503 on a 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. I can offer you basic installation instructions that will apply towards your vehicle but will not be entirely specific. The first thing you will want to do is locate the return line of your factory transmission cooler....
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  • Exhaust Hanger Mods-Installing Curt Class III # 13707 on 2004 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor
  • The Curt Class III hitch you referenced, part # 13707 fits a number of different vehicles, the install procedure can vary a bit from vehicle to vehicle. The only vehicle that would require modification of the exhaust hanger is the 2003 and later Lincoln Town Car. The install procedure on your 2004 Crown Vic Police Interceptor would be identical to what's shown in the video I've linked for you. If you'll be towing with the vehicle, you'll want to add the following to complete your towing...
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