Can Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch 75096 be Installed at Home on a 2001 Ford Explorer XLT 4-Door

Question:

Hi, I have a 2001 ford explorer xlt 4door, and I want to use it for daily towing, I want to know if I can fix the kit by myself or I have to take it to a specialist?

asked by: Jabiry

Expert Reply:

I am confident that you could install the Draw-Tite trailer hitch, # 75096, at home in your driveway or garage. If you have the proper tools (listed in the instructions link; a torque wrench is also required) and an assistant, installation should not be very difficult. We rate installation difficulty based on the estimated installation time on a scale of 1 to 10. We have rated this installation a 3 which means it should take at least 30 minutes to install. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you to view.

To complete your towing set up I recommend the etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts, 2 balls, a hitch pin with clip, and a carrying bag. For trailer wiring, use # 118345. I have included a link to the installation instructions for the wiring as well.

It your Explorer came with a factory tow package and you need to add wiring, use # 118241. I have included instructions for this wiring too.

expert reply by: Michael H