How to Determine if 2014 Ford Explorer Has Factory Tow Package

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I am goin going on a roadtrip and would like to tow a small trailer on the way back. I have a 2014 ford explorer sport, but my Dad said I need to see if I have the tow package. I have the vin but the website I tried to look it up didnt have a field for the tow package. How can I tell?

asked by: Lauren

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The best way to determine if your Explorer is equipped with the tow package is to check with your Ford dealer. They should be able to run the VIN and be able to tell you exactly how the vehicle was equipped.

I'm assuming you're needing the information to determine the towing capacity of your Explorer. I ran the provided VIN through a Ford VIN decoder, and found that your particular vehicle has the higher of the 2 listed towing capacities at 5000 lbs which would lead me to believe that your Explorer was equipped with the 'tow package'.

For a trailer hitch, I'd recommend the USA manufactured # C13386 and # 118272 for a trailer wiring harness. You'll also need a ball mount and a trailer ball. For a ball mount, use # D-4 and Hitch Pin and Clip, # PC3. For a trailer ball, use # 19260 for a 1-7/8 inch or # 63845 for a 2 inch ball.

I've linked you to installation videos for the hitch and the trailer wiring.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

Yes, the Stromberg Carlson 100 Series 5th Wheel Tailgate #VG-97-100 is a confirmed fit for your 2010 Ford F-350 and comes with all necessary hardware. As for the back up camera, I recommend the Hopkins Smart Hitch Backup Camera and Hitch Aligner…

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Answer 2

The Stromberg Carlson 100 Series 5th Wheel Tailgate, #VG-97-100, comes with all of the hardware needed for installation on a 2011 Ford Super Duty. We do have a few other tailgate options for your truck and all of them do come with the necessary…

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Answer 3

The only replacement tailgate we have for your 2017 Ford F-250 is for 5th wheel and gooseneck towing applications. If you need a 5th wheel/gooseneck tailgate for your truck then the only option I have for you is the Stromberg Carlson 4000 Series…

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Most manufacturers are in the process of discontinuing their fifth wheel tailgates with the camera relocation kits due to mechanical issues. Therefore I could not find one that fits your 2017 Ford F-350 Super Duty. The Stromberg Carlson 4000 Series…

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The Stromberg Carlson Fifth Wheel Tailgate you referenced, part#VG-97-100 will indeed fit your 2010 Ford F350 SD.

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For your 2017 Ram 1500 we have the Hopkins EasyLift part #74211 as a fit which will help make lowering and lifting considerably easier. This will make a 30-40 lb tailgate feel like it weighs or 4 to 7 lbs.

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Answer 7

I checked with Curt and they list wiring harness #C56278 as a fit for all styles of the 2013 Ford Explorer so that would include models with or without the factory tow package.

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Answer 8

The brake controller connector is located directly behind the hood release handle on your 2014 Explorer. Ford typically uses a gray plug, but it might also be a light brown in color. I have confirmed this for certain w/ my Tekonsha representative. If…

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Answer 9

Exactly what is included in a vehicle "tow package" varies between auto makers, vehicle models and even model years. It could mean a hitch, wiring, transmission cooler and heavy-duty suspension. Or it could refer to only one or two of these…

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Answer 10

Since your 2014 Ford Explorer does not have the two connectors present at the rear of the vehicle what you'd need is the Hopkins trailer wiring kit part #HM40285 which installs by plugging inline with the taillight connectors.

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Answer 11

Even without the factory tow package your 2015 Ford Explorer should have a connector under it at the rear. For a 4-way trailer connector use #118540. Or if you need a 7-way use #118272. I've attached videos of both being installed. If you happen…

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Answer 12

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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