In my research, I can find no reference whatsoever to a Explorer Sport Trac being equipped with the factory tow package, so it must be a rare option. Which trailer connector does your Sport Trac have?
You can confirm that the connector under the dash is active, and that the pig tail you have had power to the black wire, and the red wire shows voltage when the brake pedal is pressed by using a circuit tester like part # PTW2993 on each wire.
If that checks out, you will need to examine... view full answer...
From the information I was able to gather, installation of a brake controller like the Tekonsha Voyager, # 39510, requires some hard wiring and there will not be a connector present to plug in to under the dash. Instead, you would need to use a 4 and 7 Way Installation Kit, # ETBC7, to install a brake controller.
I have included links to 2 FAQ articles along with a video showing the installation of an ETBC7 kit for reference. The FAQ articles provide step by step instructions and details... view full answer...
The test lights on the Adapter 4 Way to 7-Blade RV Connector w/Test Lamps # C96KR will be lit up when those circuits are hot on your 2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac. So if your vehicle is always pushing power out to the connector the lights should always be on, yes.
Any draw by these lights will be minimal and the only time you'll need to be concerned with them drawing enough for your truck to die is if the truck isn't being used for a few weeks at a time. view full answer...
You can definitely run constant power to the 7 way if needed. All you would need is a length of wiring and a circuit breaker. Twenty feet of the Deka 12 Gauge Primary Wire # 12-1-1 would give you a bit of excess, but it never hurts to get a little more than ending up needing a little more. I highly suggest going with a 40 amp circuit breaker since this will be installed directly in line from the battery to the 7 way plug.
You will need to remove the 12 volt power wire from the 7 way, which... view full answer...
The 4-pole wiring kits offered for your 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac are hardwired types, Tekonsha kit # 18252 and Curt # C58044. I recommend the Tekonsha since it includes the required circuit tester, but if you already own a tester like # PTW2992 either wiring kit will be fine.
You'll need to remove a taillight assembly or at least access the wiring leading to it so you can test those wires by lighting function to tell you which to connect to each 4-pole lead. An example of a Ford installation... view full answer...
The Westin Signature Series Round Nerf Bars you mentioned, part # 25-1895 mount using holes located on the back of the rocker panels, as shown in the diagram taken from the installation instructions. The body mounts are not used as attachment points. view full answer...
A 5 pin flat trailer connector is usually found on boat trailers that have surge or hydraulic braking couplers. The 5 pin connector provides a ground connection, plus the right turn/brake, left turn/brake and running light circuits found on the four pole. The extra pin is usually tied into the reverse lamp circuit of the tow vehicle. When the tow vehicle is shifted into reverse, this extra circuit sends power to the reverse lock out solenoid on the surge coupler so you can back the trailer... view full answer...
The Aux CHMSL power wire you've found is used for a 3rd brake lamp on a camper shell, and couldn't be used for the brake signal from a brake controller, I'm sorry to say. The Sprort Trac wasn't prewired in any way for a brake controller.
If you haven't already purchased the # 37185, it's included in the brake controller installation kit, part # ETBC7, which includes the aforementioned adapter, plus all the wire, circuit breakers and zip ties needed to complete the installation.
I've linked... view full answer...
Additional mounting brackets are not available for the Curt Roof Mounted Cargo Basket part # C18115 that you referenced. I can assure you though, 4 brackets will securely attach this cargo basket to your roof.
Check out the review video I attached as well. view full answer...
The 2002 Explorer Sport Trac does not have a plug in harness under the dash for brake controller installation.
If your Explorer Sport Trac does not have a factory 4-Way connector you would need to install one, part # 118344, and then hard wire the brake controller using the brake controller installation kit, # ETBC7. We have detailed instructions for wiring with this kit, see link.
If you already have a brake controller you would only need the brake controller install kit and 4-Way wiring... view full answer...
Technically you could use a DC to AC converter like part # WC3720 with the CTEK MULTI US 7002 # CTEK56353 to charge an AGM battery. The only benefit of doing this though is having the ability to easily remove the CTEK charger and plug it into a wall outlet. Since the initial power is coming from the battery on your vehicle you would still get that trickle charge meaning your battery wouldn't charge at a fast rate.
If you plan on leaving the CTEK converter on your trailer though then the... view full answer...
The term side rail is referring to the tops of the bed sides. If you take a look at the picture I have included you will see the clamp in the lower right corner of the picture. It fits on the inboard side of the bed side and clamps on. If your 2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac bed has a straight wall that nothing can be clamped to then a Tonneau cover cannot be installed. view full answer...
The Ventline Replacement Dome Assembly for Ventadome Trailer Roof Vent, part # BVD0449-A01, includes half of the hinge mechanism. The dome and this portion of the hinge are molded together as one piece.
If the dome assembly and its hinge, and also the mating portion that is mounted on your trailer roof flange, are both still intact, you should be able to re-attach the dome. The procedure to re-install the dome assembly is as follows:
1) Remove the garnish trim, operator handle and screen... view full answer...
You will want to use the 30-amp breaker when you install your # ETBC7 Brake controller kit. This will pass enough current for the Prodigy controller # 90195 to power up to 6 brake assemblies on three axles. The 40-amp breaker should be installed on the 12V trailer power circuit. view full answer...
You will NOT have to drill to install the Timbren Suspension Enhancement System # TGMFK10R in your 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac.
As you can see by the linked installation instructions you only need to remove your Explorer's existing bump stop and mount the Timbrens with the hardware that comes with the kit. view full answer...
We do have the install instructions (linked to this answer page) for you to review, but unfortunately we have not yet had the opportunity to shoot a test fit video of the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX2198 on any of the confirmed vehicles that it fits as of yet.
Keep in mind that to complete your flat towing setup you will also need a Tow Bar, Safety Cables, Vehicle Tow Bar Wiring, a Supplemental Braking System, and most likely a High-Low Adapter. I will go ahead and make some recommendations... view full answer...
The Explorer Sport Trac models were not prewired for a brake controller from the factory. Does the vehicle already have a 4-pole trailer connector? If not, you can install one using part # 18252.
To install your brake controller, we offer an installation kit, part # ETBC6 for a 6-way trailer connector, or part # ETBC7 for a 7-way connector. The install kit includes everything needed to complete the install, including an adapter to convert your 4-pole trailer connector to a 6 or 7-way.... view full answer...
A weight distribution (WD) system is recommended anytime the trailer weighs at least half of the weight of the tow vehicle. Since this is the case with your 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac and your SA cargo trailer I highly recommend using a WD system.
The WD system, when properly rated like the Curt # C17330 you referenced, takes the tongue weight of the loaded trailer and distributes it between all of the axles involved in the towing setup. This means that your whole towing setup will... view full answer...
Yes, the VueSMART RV and Trailer Backup Camera # HM34FR will work with WiFi only. It creates its own WiFi hotspot so data is not needed. view full answer...
Since your 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac has a 4-Way wiring harness already, you will need to start by adding an Adapter, but I recommend using a 4 and 7-Way Installation Kit, # ETBC7. Your 4-Way will plug into the back of the adapter and you will need to hardwire the remaining 4 wires.
First, ground the white wire to the vehicle frame. Next, for the purple wire, if the trailer does not have reverse lights this wire is not needed and you can tape it up and stow it out of the way. Otherwise,... view full answer...
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