Easy to Install Wiring Harness For 2017 Ford Explorer
Question:
Which is the one for my 2017 ford explorer easy hook up
asked by: Robert H
Expert Reply:
The 4-flat wiring harness that is super easy to install for your 2017 Ford Explorer is from Curt, with the correct fit being the following:
- Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # C56172
This will just plug into the factory port under your '17 Explorer, as you can see by the linked installation video I added for you below. The install really couldn't be easier, and the only thing I highly recommend, in order to prevent corrosion to increase the connector's durability and extend its lifespan is Dielectric Grease for Electrical Connectors # 11755.
You will also need mounting brackets, which depend on the hitch you have. If you go with the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch # 76034, which has an extension to mount a bracket, you only need the Mounting Bracket 4-Pole Flat # 18144.
If you go with the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13386 you will need Bracket # 18144 with the No-Drill Mount for Electrical Mounting Bracket # 18140.
Products Referenced in This Question
Dielectric Grease for Electrical Connectors, 2 oz.
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Wiring
- Wiring
- Dielectric Grease
- LubriMatic
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No-Drill Mount for Electrical Mounting Bracket - Short
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Wiring
- Mounting Hardware
- Brackets
- 4 Flat
- 5 Flat
- 4 Round
- 5 Round
- Tow Ready
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 400 lbs TW
- 4000 lbs GTW
- 5000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 500 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- No Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- CURT
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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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