Is Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch 75782 Hidden and Will Hands Free Liftgate Work on 2015 Ford Escape

Question:

1 I need to know whether the hitch receiver fits flush and hidden behind the bumper and only the receiver hole is seen. 2 Will the power lift gate sensor continue to work post installation

asked by: Musti

Expert Reply:

With Draw-Tite trailer hitch # 75782 installed on your 2015 Ford Escape the crosstube will be hidden and only the receiver will be visible. This hitch is compatible with the Hands Free liftgate option as well.

If you plan on doing some towing I recommend 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 have the right rise or drop to tow the trailer level, use the link I have included that explains how to measure to choose a ball mount to tow the trailer level.

And for trailer wiring you can use # 118566 to add a 4-Way flat connector to the rear of the vehicle.

expert reply by: Michael H