Trailer Hitch, Ball Mount, and Trailer Wiring Recommendations for a 2010 Ford Escape XLT

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I have a 2010 Ford Escape XLT. It does not have facory tow package. Must I purchas a special hitch packaage.

asked by: JimBaisden

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You can use any of the trailer hitches we offer on your 2010 Ford Escape XLT without tow package. The absence of a factory hitch or tow package does not limit the options for you. With that said, you have numerous options. Basically, there are two classes of hitches available for your Escape, Class II and Class III. The difference is that the Class II hitches use a 1-1/4 inch receiver and have a lower capacity. Therefore, there are less accessories available and you are more limited in what you can tow.

Class III hitches use a 2 inch receiver opening and have a higher capacity. I would definitely recommend going with a Class III hitch for those reasons. I have included a link below that explains the differences in hitches classes.

For your Escape, I recommend the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch, # 75751, that you have referenced. This hitch is a Class III and will fit models with or without a factory hitch and will also fit hybrid models. I have included a link to the installation details and a video showing the installation on a 2005 model.

If you plan on doing some towing, the recommended ball mount is # C45010 for use with hitch ball # 19260 (1-7/8 inch diameter), # 19247 (2 inch diameter), or # 63847 (2-5/16 inch diameter). I also recommend a Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock, # e98880, to deter theft of your hitch mounted accessories. For trailer wiring, you will need T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4 Pole Trailer Connector, # 118551. I have included a link to the installation details for the wiring as well.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

The trailer hitch receiver I recommend for your 2010 Ford Escape is the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e56AR. I like the #e56AR because of its matte black finish that hides the inevitable dings, scuffs, and scratches better than any other option.…

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

Yes, we do have a direct replacement for your Carrier Air V Rooftop Air Conditioner, the Advent Air Replacement RV Air Conditioner for Carrier Setup part #ACCAR150 for white or part #ACCAR150B for black. These units are both 12-13/16" tall which…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 5

There is only one difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13176 and etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98909 that fit your 2020 Chevrolet Colorado, which is the finish. The Curt trailer hitch has a glossy black finish while the etrailer…

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In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Yep, so long as your 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness is not a hybrid both the Curt and etrailer hitches will fit: - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13382 - etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98912 The only difference besides price is the finish; the…

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Answer 8

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Answer 9

Class I and Class II hitches both have a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. The difference is that a Class I hitch has a lower tongue weight rating, usually 200 pounds and a lower towing rating, usually 2,000 pounds. A Class II hitch usually has a tongue…

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

It sounds like you are speaking of the wires for the brake magnets. If this is correct, you will need to connect one of the wires to the brake controller output wire on your trailer connector and the other wire will need to be grounded to a clean…

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Answer 12

The Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty #RED24FR is the way to go over the Elite #RED44FR as you get the nicer functions of the Elite at a lower price. The Elite has the ability to be the more preferred proportional style of controller as well as a time-delayed…

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