Is Trailer Wiring Included With Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver For 2016 Ford Escape

Question:

Does the wiring harness come with this model?

asked by: Mac

Expert Reply:

The trailer wiring harness is not included with the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver, part # 75782. This is because the hitch can be used on 2013 to 2016 Ford Escapes and the vehicles may have different requirements for wiring harnesses.

The trailer wiring harness I recommend for your 2016 Escape is part # 118566. Because your Escape has separate wiring (brake and turn signals are sent along separate wires. A powered converter module is required to safeguard the vehicle's wiring and to provide enough power for the trailer lights ). I have attached a link to an installation video for this wiring harness you can check out.

When working with electrical connectors I recommend using dielectric grease like part # 11755. This keeps dirt and moisture out of the electrical connections and helps prevent corrosion.

If you plan on doing some towing you might be interested in etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag.

If the ball mount kit does not include a ball mount with the right rise or drop to tow the trailer level, check out the link I have included that explains how to measure to choose a ball mount to tow the trailer level.