Tow Bar Lighting Recommendations for a 2012 Ford Explorer

Question:

Can I use this kit for a 2012 Ford Explorer xlt ? I want to tow it behind my rv

asked by: Tim

Expert Reply:

While we do have tow bar lighting options for your 2012 Ford Explorer none of them are custom fit options like the Hopkins you mentioned that is designed to fit the Ford Edge.

For lighting you can use the diode kit, # RM-15267, and not have to worry about cutting into the taillight housing. This will splice into your taillight wiring to allow your tow vehicle to control the taillight assemblies of the towed vehicle. This comes with a round 6-way connector that you will install on the front of your towed vehicle and enough coiled wire to go from there to the RV.

Or for a less permanent solution we have the Optronics magnetic lights part # TL21RK that will attach to the roof or rear bumper of your vehicle (if it's metal) and will provide the taillight circuits.

expert reply by: Jameson C