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Tow Package Wiring Harness with 4 Pole Trailer Connector

Tow Ready Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring

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Tow Ready Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring - 118241

Tow Ready Tow Package Replacement Vehicle Wiring Harness by Draw-Tite, Hidden Hitch and Reese

  • Provides a 4-pole flat trailer connector for the vehicle
  • Quick and Easy
  • No Cutting, Splicing or Taping
  • Just Plug in the Connector and You're Ready to Tow
  • Solid One Piece Construction
  • 16 Gauge Bonded Wire w/ 4-Flat Plug
  • "Factory" Appearance
  • Connector is Equipped with a Circuit Protected Modulite Module
    • Protects itself and the tow vehicle against harmful electrical shorts and mis-wire situations.
  • Simple Do-It-Yourself Instructions on Every Package
Can be used with 5-pole, 6-pole or 7-pole adapters.

Installation: The connection point is hanging underneath the rear of the vehicle and can be found on either the driver or passenger side. Connector will have a protective cap that will need to be removed. The 4-pole trailer connector will be stowed under the vehicle close to the trailer hitch. A mounting bracket is recommended.

Tech Tip: It is always a good idea to apply a small amount of grease to all electrical connections to help prevent corrosion.

Warning:
Overloading circuit can cause fires. Do not exceed lower of towing manufacturer rating or:
  • Max. stop/turn light: (7.5 amps)
  • Max. tail lights: (7.5 amps)
Read vehicle's owners manual and instruction sheet for additional information.


Ford Explorers with the tow package will have a plug hanging underneath the vehicle. The plug is usually located in the rear of the vehicle on the driver's side. However, the plug can also be found on the passenger's side and sometimes even on both sides. The small grey plug is usually covered with a red nipple (as pictured), but the colors and styles of caps do vary.


Video of Tow Package Wiring Harness with 4 Pole Trailer Connector


Videos are provided as a guide only. Refer to manufacturer
installation instructions and specs for complete information.

Video Wiring Install 2000 Ford Explorer
Trailer Wiring Harness Installation- 2000 Ford Explorer
Video wiring install 1996 ford explorer
Trailer Wiring Harness Installation - 1996 Ford Explorer

Video Transcript for Trailer Wiring Harness Installation- 2000 Ford Explorer

Today we are working on a 2000 Ford Explorer. We will be installing Tow Ready T-One Connector part number 118241. With this particular application, the simple plug in place style. We will locate the vehicle tow connector, brand new out of the factory. There will be a plug on this that will need to be removed first. With our application, the plug has already been removed. We can simply take our new Tow Ready Connector and see that it matches up with the manufacturer plug and connect them together. We are now ready to route our 4 pole connector. 0:31

When routing your wire you want to make sure you stay from pinch points such as the moving suspension or heat such as the exhaust. We are going to go here up above the bumper structure and route it over to our new hitch. We will use a couple of zip-ties to secure my wire and our new 4 pole connector is installed. As I zip-tie the wires in place, I will just cut off the ends. That completes the installation of our Tow Ready T-One Connector part number 118241.


This Product Fits The Following Vehicles

1998 - 2001 Mazda B Series Pickup

1997 - 2001 Mercury Mountaineer

1998 - 1999 Ford Ranger

1995 - 2000 Ford Explorer 2 and 4 Door

2001 - 2001 Ford Explorer 4 Door




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Tow Package Wiring Harness with 4 Pole Trailer Connector - 118241

Average Customer Rating:  ratingratingratingratingrating4.8 out of 5 stars   (27 Customer Reviews)




Tow Package Wiring Harness with 4 Pole Trailer Connector - 118241

ratingratingratingratingrating by: Mfro08/27/2011

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Couldn't of been any easier. 22922



Tow Package Wiring Harness with 4 Pole Trailer Connector - 118241

ratingratingratingratingrating by: Nick B06/15/2011

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Installed perfectly with the adapter that is located on the drivers side rear taillight. 17060



Tow Package Wiring Harness with 4 Pole Trailer Connector - 118241

ratingratingratingratingrating by: Bill B.05/16/2011

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Product as advertized, great service, fast shipping!14343



Tow Package Wiring Harness with 4 Pole Trailer Connector - 118241

ratingratingratingratingrating by: Frank B05/13/2011

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Great product, instructions indicated factory harness was on the right side of my 98 Explorer but was actually on the drivers side below bumper. Will buy again from. 13752



Tow Package Wiring Harness with 4 Pole Trailer Connector - 118241

ratingratingratingratingrating by: thomas d.05/10/2011

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I was most satisfied with the prompt service I recieved from my order. the product I recieved was exactly what was described and was on my doorstep in two days of placing my order with no extra shipping charges. great company to do business with, once again thanks.13276



Tow Package Wiring Harness with 4 Pole Trailer Connector - 118241

ratingratingratingratingrating by: AL.L05/08/2011

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PERFECT 13090



Tow Package Wiring Harness with 4 Pole Trailer Connector - 118241

ratingratingratingratingrating by: Mark M04/07/2011

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Having an older SUV it was good to find a on stop resource that carried the proper wiring harness and parts needed for my project. Fast and secure shipping.11250



Tow Package Wiring Harness with 4 Pole Trailer Connector - 118241

ratingratingratingratingrating by: Jim H.02/02/2011

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Found the right product at a great price and it was shipped to me and received in only a few days. Thanks, great job!6560



Tow Package Wiring Harness with 4 Pole Trailer Connector - 118241

ratingratingratingratingrating by: jake jacobs01/08/2011

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Very easy to install Very easy to install 10 seconds.5206



Tow Package Wiring Harness with 4 Pole Trailer Connector - 118241

ratingratingratingratingrating by: Dave09/16/2008

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Great Fit 1998 Explorer Was the exact plug I needed. Slid right in and worked perfectly. Used with magnetic holder and had plenty of wire to connect to my utility trailer.1289



Tow Package Wiring Harness with 4 Pole Trailer Connector - 118241

ratingratingratingratingrating by: Troy Aossey04/18/2011

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Best rating for customer service and reliability, if only every transaction could be so satisfactory. 11923



Tow Package Wiring Harness with 4 Pole Trailer Connector - 118241

ratingratingratingratingrating by: Dave07/26/2011

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Harness install was a snap, and the videos are very informative! Nice work etrailer video team!20274



Tow Package Wiring Harness with 4 Pole Trailer Connector - 118241

ratingratingratingratingrating by: V. S. - Utah06/24/2011

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Easy install 17840



Tow Package Wiring Harness with 4 Pole Trailer Connector - 118241

ratingratingratingratingrating by: Greg06/02/2011

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Exactly what i was looking for. Extremely fast shipping and great service15969



Tow Package Wiring Harness with 4 Pole Trailer Connector - 118241

ratingratingratingratingrating by: Dan F.05/27/2011

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Shipped very quickly. Installation was a breeze and the product works great.15533



Tow Package Wiring Harness with 4 Pole Trailer Connector - 118241

ratingratingratingratingrating by: Thad A.05/25/2011

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Boy am I glad your site suggested this harness. Found the plug before ordering per the video and when it came it was an easy plug in, zip tie and I was ready to go. Thanks!15396



Tow Package Wiring Harness with 4 Pole Trailer Connector - 118241

ratingratingratingratingrating by: Tony T05/25/2011

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The wiring harness worked out great!, I received it within a few days, thanks for all your help Tony T. Long Island NY15381



Tow Package Wiring Harness with 4 Pole Trailer Connector - 118241

ratingratingratingratingrating by: Alan05/23/2011

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Shipped a quality product fast and complete, all for a great price!15168



Tow Package Wiring Harness with 4 Pole Trailer Connector - 118241

ratingratingratingratingrating by: JLF05/11/2011

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product good quality, fit, and value. recommended product and vendor.13552



Tow Package Wiring Harness with 4 Pole Trailer Connector - 118241

ratingratingratingratingrating by: Matt E05/11/2011

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Great product, took about 10 seconds to hook up, and works great. A lot easier than trying to splice the wires in with a universal plug. 13349



Tow Package Wiring Harness with 4 Pole Trailer Connector - 118241

ratingratingratingratingrating by: Susan H.01/25/2011

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The website is very easy to use. The video showing how to install the wiring assembly was very helpful for both showing me how to do it myself and for convincing me that it was the correct part. Well done! Your follow through was also exceptional. You told me and showed me where it was and when it would arrive, a great help. The part came today and I have already installed it! Thank you very much!6101



Tow Package Wiring Harness with 4 Pole Trailer Connector - 118241

ratingratingratingratingrating by: Richard Abraham12/29/2010

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Eliminate me having to wire the car for towing. Looks like it should work fine. If it does not you will hear from me after I try to install it. Thanks for your quick shipping.4773



Tow Package Wiring Harness with 4 Pole Trailer Connector - 118241

ratingratingratingratingrating by: Rick B.05/22/2008

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Very easy to install. Product is very easy to install if you have the towing package but it is not very long. You will need a long cable on your trailer or get an extension. It only reachs the bumper on my Explorer. Maybe the length should be stated in the product description.898



Tow Package Wiring Harness with 4 Pole Trailer Connector - 118241

ratingratingratingratingrating by: b52agan06/28/2007

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Nice Good price and easy to install255



Tow Package Wiring Harness with 4 Pole Trailer Connector - 118241

ratingratingratingratingrating by: Dan W.11/16/2011

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2001 Ford Explorer, from under truck look up at tail lamp assembly either side, pull red protective cap out dab a little dielectric grease plug harness in secure with a few cable ties your ready to go. Great product great service.27013



Tow Package Wiring Harness with 4 Pole Trailer Connector - 118241

ratingratingratingratingrating by: Jon C.06/27/2011

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Everything came as described and on time. Will definitely do business with etrailer again.18036



Tow Package Wiring Harness with 4 Pole Trailer Connector - 118241

ratingratingratingratingrating by: Bill. S12/12/2007

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Satisfied customer Good quality item528




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  • Wiring Harness Connection Location On a 1999 Ford Explorer Limited with Tow Package
  • I see exactly what you are talking about. I checked the stock we have on hand and all of the # 118241 wiring harnesses have the pins in the 3 O-clock and 10 O-clock positions with the locking tab up. I then spoke with our installation tech and he feels that the directions for the 1999 Explorer are wrong. He says that he remembers having to use the connector that is on the drivers side and that the picture on our web page was taken following the manufacturers directions and never got corrected. C
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  • Availability of a 4-Way Trailer Wiring Harness for a 1994 Ford Explorer XLT
  • What you will need to add a 4-Way flat trailer connector to your 1994 Ford Explorer is the Tow Ready Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring, # 118324. This connector plugs in line with your vehicle taillight wiring. The connection point is located in the jack storage compartment on the driver side of the vehicle. I have included a link to the installation details below. I have also linked a wiring FAQ article that might help you identify the plug you have on the vehicle. If you can identify it, you may be
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  • Where to Connect the Tow Package Wiring Harness 118241 on a 2001 Ford Explorer XLT 4 Door
  • When installing the Tow Package Wiring Harness, item # 118241, on a 2001 Ford Explorer XLT 4 door you will need to use the tow harness connector on the right side of the vehicle. The connector on the other side, while it looks very similar, will not accept the connector for the Tow Package harness. If the connector on your vehicle does not work or will not accept the connector on the Tow Package Wiring Harness, item # 118241, you will need the T-One Wiring Harness, item # 118345, to add a 4-W
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  • Location of Trailer Wiring Harness Plug on a 1998 Ford Explorer With Factory Tow Package
  • It sounds as if the connection you found is one that is located on the opposite side of the vehicle. If your 1998 model Explorer has the factory tow package installed the correct connector for the trailer wiring harness, # 118421, is sometimes on the drivers side or the passengers side. There is a very similar connector that the harness will not plug into on the opposite side in most every case. Go to the other side and locate the connector there and I am confident your wiring harness will p
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  • No Power at Connector of the Factory Tow Wiring Harness on a 1996 Ford Explorer
  • On your 1996 Ford Explorer you might try checking the fuse panel that is located on the left hand side of the instrument panel facing the drivers side door. Remove the panel by pulling the cover outward. Check the 7.5 amp fuse at the number 3 slot which is for left stop/turn trailer tow connector and check the 7.5 amp fuse at the number 7 slot which is for right stop/turn trailer tow connector. Also, find the power distribution box located under the under the hood on the drivers side, next to
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