Trailer Hitch and Wiring for a 2009 Ford Escape

Published 08/20/2015

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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

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T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector

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etrailer Ball Mount Kit for 2" Hitches - 7,500 lbs

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Question:

Can I take my trailer hitch from a 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee and put it on a 2009 Ford Escape?

asked by: Cindy S

Expert Reply:

The 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2009 Ford Escape are built on very different platforms so the hitches for each are not interchangeable with each other.

For the 2009 Ford Escape the most popular trailer hitch option is # 13650. This is a Class III trailer hitch with a 2 inch receiver. I have included a link to a video showing an example installation for you.

If you plan on doing some towing I recommend etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag.

If the ball mount kit does not have the right rise or drop to tow the trailer level, use the link I have included that explains how to measure to choose a ball mount to tow the trailer level.

To add a trailer wiring harness you can use # 118551. I have included a link to a video showing installation of the wiring as well.

expert reply by: Michael H