Trailer Hitch, 4 and 7-Way Trailer Wiring, and Accessories for a 2013 Ford Explorer
Question:
I need to add a tow package on my 2013 Ford Explorer. I have to have a 7 way connector not a 4 pin. Can you confirm the correct 7 way part that would fit my vehicle?
asked by: Andrea
Expert Reply:
To add a 7-Way trailer connector your 2013 Ford Explorer you will first need to install a 4-Way harness, # C59496. This includes a converter that takes the separate brake light and turn signal circuits and combines them for use with a trailer.
Once you have the 4-Way installed you can then install a 7-Way using the 4 and 7-Way installation kit # ETBC7. The 4-Way will plug into this unit. It includes the 7-Way connector and all the wiring and accessories needed to make it fully functional. I have included some links that show and explain the ETBC7 installation for you.
If you also need a brake controller to control electric trailer brakes, I recommend the Tekonsha P2, # 90885. It is one of our most popular controllers because it is easy to set up, easy to use, and its reliable.
If your Explorer does not already have a trailer hitch then I recommend the Curt trailer hitch # C13386. Its the most popular hitch for the 2013 Explorers. I have included links to the instructions and to a video showing a typical installation for you. I also recommend etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts, 2 balls, a hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag.
Products Referenced in This Question
Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Electric over Hydraulic
- Automatic Leveling
- Under-Dash Box
- Dash Mount
- Up to 4 Axles
- LED Display
- Up to 360 Degrees
- Tekonsha
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etrailer Ball Mount Kit for 2" Hitches - 7,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- 1-7/8 Inch Ball
- 2 Inch Ball
- Two Balls
- Steel Ball
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 2 Inch
- Drop - 4 Inch
- Rise - 1 Inch
- Rise - 3 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 7500 lbs GTW
- Class III
- Ball Mount Kit
- etrailer
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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 Powered Tail Light Converter w/ 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector and Install Kit
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Converter
- 8 Feet Long
- Universal Fit
- 4 Flat
- CURT
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Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Installation Kits
- etrailer
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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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