Trailer Hitch For 2016 Ford Explorer that Allow Hands Free Liftgate to Open

Question:

Im looking to install your trailer hitch on my 2016 ford explorer xlt and heard that it will interfere with the foot auto opening option is this true ?

asked by: Joe E

Helpful Expert Reply:

For your 2016 Ford Explorer the Draw Tite hitch part # 76034 is a confirmed fit. Your liftgate will still function just fine. You just might have to run your foot under either side of the hitch opening instead.

I attached an install video for this hitch for you to check out as well.

If you wanted to do 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.

For trailer wiring you then would want the part # 118540 which is a confirmed fit and I attached an install video for as well.