If you only need a 5-pin trailer connector for your trailer, then the Tow Ready 4 Pole to 5 Pole Adapter, # 20036, would be the easiest option. This adapter plugs into your existing 4-way trailer connector and has an additional blue wire. The blue wire will splice into the reverse light circuit on your Explorer.
The best place to find the reverse light wire is at the back of the taillight assemblies. To access the back of the taillight assemblies, you may have to loosen or remove the... view full answer...
Thanks for the photo. We don't have anything that is compatible with the harness you show. I believe you disconnected the harness that should be right next to the trailer wiring harness. Please see attached video at the 1:33 mark. If you don't have that alternative harness then you don't have then you will need to use the Hopkins Plug-In Simple Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # HM40285 instead of the # C56306 in the video. If that is the case you will then... view full answer...
There is not hardware included with the Westin Replacement End Caps # 80-0221 or # 80-0220 so you will need to source that hardware locally. You will want to use a #8-18x.50" Phillips head screw, which you should be able to obtain from any local hardware store. view full answer...
You will not need to modify, drill, or cut anything to install the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver, part # 31545, on your 2008 Ford Explorer Limited.
Part # 31545 is bolted to the frame rails of your Ford Explorer.
Curt rates the installation time for part # 31545 at 30 minutes. You should be able to install the hitch in approximately 30 minutes, maybe less. I would recommend having someone assist you in raising the Curt Front Mount Hitch into place as you fasten the bolts down.
I... view full answer...
To install the Yakima FullBack 2 Bike Rack # Y02634 on the rear of your 2018 Ford Explorer 4-door the upper hooks you asked about will be changed to "Anchor Mode" which just means the top straps will be anchored inside the rear hatch of your leased Explorer, as opposed to using hooks to attach to the outside of the vehicle. These anchors will not cause any damage whatsoever to your car.
The only other thing to keep in mind is that when using any hanging rack like the FullBack you'll need... view full answer...
The way the Curt Trailer Hitch 13100 (replaced by part # C13386) installs would interfere with the OEM exhaust hangers which is why they need to be removed.
If you're missing the hardware for the hangers then you can either get them replaced with part # RHK which is a whole hardware kit, or you could source them locally. According to the instructions you need the following:
7/16 Washer - QTY 4
7/16-14 Nylock Hex Nut - QTY 2
7/16-14 x 2-1/2" Hex Bolt - QTY2
I've attached an installation... view full answer...
I went ahead and checked out the owner's manual for your 2017 Ford Explorer, and if you have the 2.3L EcoBoost engine, you can not flat tow this vehicle, however if you have the 3.5L DuraTec/ 3.5L EcoBoost engine, then you CAN flat tow this vehicle.
To be able to safely flat tow your Explorer, you're going to need:
-A base plate kit, like the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM-524446-5.
-A tow bar compatible with the base plate, and can support the GVWR of your Explorer # RM-422.
-A... view full answer...
If you fast forward to the 6:35 mark of the attached install video you'll see where you'll find the brake controller install port on your 2019 Ford Explorer. This is where you'll plug in the # 3035-P which will allow you to install a controller like the Brake EVN # TK63VR. It is under the dash near the brake pedal and is gray. view full answer...
The circuit tester of the Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller # ETBC7 doesn't have exact instructions so I can understand not knowing how to use it if you hadn't had previous experience. But all you have to do is attach the clamp end to a good ground, like a chassis ground, to complete the circuit. You will then be able to use the probe on a wire. view full answer...
You can certainly add a 7-way connector to your Explorer.
Assuming that your Explorer has the tow package, you can begin with the # 118241 4-pole harness that you referenced. If you do NOT have the tow package, you will need to use # 118345.
Then, install the # 37185 4-pole to 7-way adapter. The adapter will plug into the 4-pole provided by the # 118241, leaving some remaining wires that might need to be connected. The white wire needs to be grounded to the vehicle frame, and the black... view full answer...
We don't have an install video yet for the # BX2632 that you referenced but I did attach an install link for the base plate kit for you to check out. As long as you follow the instruction you should have not issues with the air bags deploying. We have sold several base plate kits over the years and have yet to hear about any issues with air bags deploying or becoming disabled. view full answer...
On your 2014 Ford Explorer, the brake controller port is located by the steering column. The # 3035-P harness would plug right into this and your brake controller would only need to be mounted and it would be ready to go. It can also be located behind the hood release handle.
For a brake controller I would recommend the Prodigy P2 Brake Controller part # 90885. This is our best selling brake controller because of how well it works and how easy it is to setup. view full answer...
Yes. The lights included with Cargo Carrier Light Kit # 52014 have turn signal functions. Each light has stop, tail, and turn signal functions which is how trailer lights are configured. Since this set plugs into a 4-Way trailer connector they operate the same way as trailer lights. view full answer...
Yes, all of the aftermarket trailer hitches have receivers that sit just below the rear fascia on your 2016 Ford Explorer. For your application I recommend going with the etrailer.com Trailer Hitch Receiver # e98867 because it features a matte black finish that helps to hide any knicks you may get due to road debris when compared to the glossy finishes. All of the trailer hitches for your Explorer are rated as Class III.
For wiring to activate the lights on your boat trailer I recommend... view full answer...
We do have a video that should help, but not one specifically on the Primus, # TK90160, and a 2006 Ford Explorer. What we do have is a typical brake controller installation on a 2008 Ford Explorer that should help. It will wire in the same (if the vehicle came with a factory 4-Way trailer connector). I have included a link to the video for you. You will also need an installation kit like # ETBC7 to complete the installation.
If the vehicle came with a factory installed 7-Way, installation... view full answer...
This Curt Trailer Hitch # C13550 that you referenced is designed to install under the factory hitch that is on your 2005 Ford Explorer.
I attached installation instructions for this product for you to check out also.
To complete your towing setup you may be interested in the following products:
Plug-N-Tow Vehicle Wiring Harness # HM11140335 (if you have the tow package)
4-Pole Hardwire Kit # 18252 (if you do not have the tow package, I attached an installation video for this product... view full answer...
The factory plug location to plug in a brake controller on a 2016 Ford Explorer is up above and behind the brake pedal. You will likely have to remove a panel to access it. The P3 # 90195 is an excellent choice. The wiring harness you will need to plug it into the vehicle is # 3035-P.
We do not have a video showing this particular installation on a 2016 Explorer but the question has come up enough (because the instructions for 3035-P say the factory connector is behind the glove compartment)... view full answer...
The wiring harness for your 1995 Ford Explorer should be on the passenger side of the vehicle behind the bumper. This harness should have a cap on it you can remove and then plug the harness designed for your vehicle, part # 118241 right into it.
The harness you found may not be the correct one. Per the instructions for the # 118241, you will find the connector on the passenger side behind the bumper for an Explorer.
When working with electrical connectors I recommend using dielectric... view full answer...
You can use that factory port for the brake controller, however, there is no 7-Way kit available for the 2007 Ford Explorer with factory 4-Way. You will have to find were the blue wire for brakes terminates. From our experience it terminates in a harness behind the driver side wheel well or behind the door. You will need to route a length of wire # 10-1-1 from this point back to the # 37185 blue wire.
The black wire will need to be routed under the vehicle and to the positive battery terminal... view full answer...
As you can see in the video I have linked, our installer is using 1/2 inch drive tools to install trailer hitch # 75083 on a 1996 Ford Explorer. It sounds to me like you do need to use a deeper socket or a box end wrench. If you do not have these tools readily available, some auto parts stores will loan out tools so you do not have to go out and purchase them for 1 time use.
Make sure the bolts that go through the side of the frame are inserted from the inside of the frame and that the... view full answer...
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