Trailer Hitch Installation - 2003 Ford Explorer C13550 Video

No, there are not. The aftermarket hitches, like the etrailer item #e55KR, all mount below the original location of the factory hitch on your 2005 Ford Explorer XLT. I have attached a picture below to show you what it will look like once installed. I…

A 1-1/4 inch to 2 inch hitch adapter is not available for towing, those are for accessories like bike racks only. So if you want to tow with the 2003 Mercury Mountaineer you'd need to add a 2 inch hitch. The good news is there is a hitch designed…

The orientation/angle of the Curt Echo Mobile Trailer Brake Controller part #C51180 does not matter. I have confirmed this with Curt many times and they say it does not matter what angle the Echo is mounted at, you will still have the same braking…

Yes, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13550 is a confirmed fit for your 2004 Ford Explorer. It installs over the factory trailer hitch using pre drilled holes in the frame rail. The installation process is very simple as you can see in the…

If you have a vehicle specific wiring harness for a brake controller then that would indicate that you have a factory tow package and subsequently would already have a 7-way at the back of your vehicle. The universal 7-way connector #ETBC7 is meant…

According to my research, the OEM hitch on your is integrated into the rear cross member of the vehicle, and is therefor not meant to be removed. I spoke with my contacts at Hidden Hitch, Curt and Draw-Tite, and determined that there are no spare…

Draw-Tite trailer hitch #75096 will only fit 2 door models for the 2003 Ford Explorer. For your 4-door model use Draw-Tite trailer hitch #75132. This hitch will fit under the factory hitch (which is likely welded on so it cannot be removed). I have…

You can use the Trailer Connector Adapter #337TC1474P to replace your connection as we do not have a replacement cover for the 7-Way RV Upgrade Kit #ETBC7L. The new connector will plug in just like your current unit and has the same 4-way and 7-way…

The trailer brake output or blue wire is not connected on a 4 to 7-way adapter like the 4 to 7-Way with 4-Way Adapter part #ETBC7L when using a wireless trailer brake controller like the Curt Echo Wireless Brake Controller part #C51180. The two four…

Since you already have a 4-way connector on your 2018 Toyota Highlander you need to use one of our adapter kits to convert it to a 7-way. If the trailer doesn't have brakes you only need to power its lights and the battery so you can use part…

In US left hand drive models, the connector for the brake controller is located behind the glove box, as you can see in the install video I've linked for you. We've had no experience with Australian market Explorers, but if the plug is not…

As the Manual Override Button for Curt Echo Brake Controller #C83HR is just the manual override, it will engage the brakes fully when pressed. If you have the controller set pretty low, you could use it to feather the brakes a bit, but you will need…