Is Exhaust Lowered To Install Draw-Tite 75678 Class III Trailer Hitch on 2010 Ford Transit Connect

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The Ford Transit hitch PN 75678 From what I gather, I dont have to lower exhaust to install this particular hitch... am I right? Next, can you e-mail me the procedure for installing the trailer wiring kit. I would like to know what I am getting into ... to determine if I can do it myself. Thank You,

asked by: George B

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According to the installation instructions, lowering the exhaust isn't required during the installation of the Draw-Tite # 75678 on a 2010 Transit Connect.

The instructions do call for the spare tire to be lowered to gain access to the frame and then raised back up into position after the install is complete.

Installation of the Tekonsha Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring, part # 118585, is not too bad. The unit simply plugs into the factory connectors of the tail lights on each side of the vehicle and then run a power wire to the vehicle battery.

To complete your towing setup, you may be interested in the following items:
Curt Ball Mount, part # C45010
2 Inch Hitch Ball, part # 19247
1-7/8 Inch Hitch Ball, part # 19260
Pin and Clip, part # PC3

Instructions for the hitch and wirng are linked for you. I've also linked a video showing the wiring being installed.

expert reply by: Reno H

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Answer 1

The Curt Wiring Harness #56090 supplies a 4-way flat connection point for the trailer connection. The functions of these wires are: Green - Right Turn and Brake Lights Yellow - Left Turn and Brake Lights Brown - Taillights or Running lights White -…

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Answer 2

The grommets you are inquiring about are located inside the sheet metal hole behind the vehicle tail lights. You will need to remove the grommet on both sides of the vehicle. On the drivers side pull the grommet out, using a dull edged object to help…

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Answer 3

If you have no trailer connector on your 2011 Transit Connect, the first thing you will need is a 4-way connector. I recommend the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness, part #118585. This plugs into the vehicle wiring located behind the tail lights. You just…

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Answer 4

The bolts that come with the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver #75678 are M12 x 1.75 bolts, and the hardware is sold separately with the the Replacement Hardware Kit for Trailer Hitches #RHK. To order this, all you need to do is click #RHK,…

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Answer 5

According to my contact at Curt, the Curt #13076 uses M12 x 1.75" mounting hardware. If you need replacement mounting hardware for your #C13076 hitch you can get a replacement hardware kit with #RHK; you'll just put the hitch part number…

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Answer 6

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 7

The Curt hitch part #13076 is a confirmed fit for your 2010 Ford Transit Connect and would be a great option. It has plenty of towing capacity at 3,500 lbs total trailer weight and 350 lbs tongue weight plus the hitch is made in America. Since you…

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Answer 8

We have custom fit Curt trailer hitches that fit your 2010 Ford Transit Connect like the #13076 but the #C13902 is not a fit for your vehicle.

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Answer 9

When a trailer hitch is designed for a certain vehicle they are testing where it can be attached on the vehicle to offer the best towing and tongue weight capacity. In the case of your 2010 Ford Transit Connect, where the hitch attaches to the…

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Answer 10

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 11

If your old axles have a 5 bolt brake flange the assemblies like Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - 12" - Left Hand - 6,000 lbs part #23-105 or Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - 12" - Right Hand - 6,000 lbs part #23-106 will…

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Answer 12

If the trailer wheels scrubbed (dragged and scrapped the ground instead of rolling) when jack knifed then it could have thrown something out of alignment or damaged something. First, inspect the suspension. Look for any elongated holes where…

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