Availability of Trailer Hitch to Fit 2000 Mercury Sable, 1998 Ford Taurus and 2005 Ford Taurus

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I have 3 older vehicles, a 2000 Mercury Sable, 1998 Ford Taurus, and a 2005 Ford Taurus. I am interested in buying a hitch that may transfer from one vehicle to next. I see that the Draw tite class I 24699 is applicable to the 2000 Sable and 1998 Taurus. The class II hitch 36313 is applicable to the 2000 Sable and 2005 Taurus but the recommended hitch for the 1998 Taurus is 36252. Will the 36313 also fit on the 1998 Taurus or will the 24699 also fit on the 2005 Taurus? Thank you.

asked by: Randy B

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We do offer one trailer hitch receiver, Curt Class II hitch # C12232, that can fit all three of your vehicles.

This 1-1/4-inch hitch will fit the 2000 Sable, both sedan and wagon; it will fit the sedan, SHO and wagon versions of the 1998 Taurus; and it will also fit both sedan and wagon versions of the 2005 Taurus. You are lucky! This kind of compatibility does not happen too often.

If you plan to tow you will need ball mount # C45522 and either 1-7/8-inch ball # 19256 or 2-inch # 19258. You will also need a wiring harness. I have provide a link for wiring for each of the three vehicles to allow you to select your vehicle style and find the correct harness.

If you intend to use hitch-mount accessories like a bike or cargo carrier you need to select a 1-1/4-inch Class II product. Links are provided for both of these in case that's your intended use.

The hitch comes with all required installation hardware. The only specialized tool required for installation is a torque wrench, which is essential to ensure the fasteners are tightened to the correct specs as listed in the written instructions which I have linked for you. I also included two helpful articles concerning hitch installation tips.

Please note that hitch installation hardware is one-time-use only. It can never be re-used. You can order replacement hardware kits from us quite simply just by entering the part # RHK into our search box. Enter the hitch number in the field provided and select Curt from the drop-down menu box. For three vehicles you will need to order two additional hardware kits.

expert reply by: Adam R

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Answer 1

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Answer 2

That's a really specific amont of weight you're looking to haul. The size of the trailer isn't the most important factor you need to consider. Trailer's are rated by weight capacity, with a maximum gross trailer weight…

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

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Answer 5

Yes, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C12232 is compatible with your 2001 Mercury Sable station wagon as well as the sedans. This will only fit on models with the single passenger side exit exhaust. If you have a dual exhaust you will not be able to…

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Answer 6

I recommend the Curt Class II 1-1/4 Inch Hitch, part #C12232, for your 1997 Mercury Sable. This hitch has a maximum gross trailer weight capacity of 3,500 lbs and a tongue weight capacity of 300 lbs. You will need the recommended ball mount, part…

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Answer 7

There is definitely a way to lock your Yakima bike rack to your hitch. The Yakima HitchLock #Y07235 is designed to fit both 1 1/4" and 2" hitch pins and will get you all squared away. However, if there are already locks on your bike rack…

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Answer 8

You will need Replacement Mounting Hardware #Y8890176 to go with Replacement 1-1/4" Tongue for Yakima HoldUp Bike Racks #8880581.

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Answer 9

I have a solution for you, but the Curt Multi Fit Class III #C13902 is designed to fit pickup trucks of various makes and models, and is not designed to fit on the frame of the 2002 Ford Taurus. To install a trailer hitch on your 2002 Ford Taurus you…

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Answer 10

You can use a hitch adapter like part #HTAD on your 2006 Taurus and it won't be illegal but you do need to pay attention that you aren't going over the weight capacities. Using an adapter lowers your hitch's capacity by 50 percent. For…

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