Trailer Hitch and Wiring Recommendations for a 2013 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor
Question:
do i need a power converter for my2013 ford explorer. also does reciever fit 2013 ford explorer police intercepter
asked by: STEVE R
Helpful Expert Reply:
First, we have had reports that Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" Item # 76034 does fit the 2013 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor model.
When adding a 4-Way trailer connector, # HM40285, to the Explorer it does require a direct connection to the vehicle battery, so it does have a powered converter. But your Explorer might be factory prewired for a trailer connector. Check under the vehicle for the factory wiring as shown in the video I have linked for you.
If it is there you can use a circuit tester such as # PTW2992 or a meter if you have one to test the pins on the factory connectors while someone sits in the vehicle and operates the lights. If the factory harness has power, then you can plug in # 118272 for a 7-Way or # 118540 for a 4-Way.
Products Referenced in This Question
T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 7-Way Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- No Converter
- Custom Fit
- 7 Round - Blade
- Tekonsha
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T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- No Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
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Hopkins Plug-In Simple Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Powered Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- Hopkins
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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 675 lbs TW
- 4500 lbs GTW
- 5000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 500 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
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