Trailer Wiring Harness Recommendations for 2013 Ford Edge
Updated 02/15/2016 | Published 02/13/2016
Question:
I want to use this on my 2013 Ford Edge sport which has a factory connector at the rear. They recommend the 85350 connector but I have to wire a battery lead all the way to the front of the vehicle for that one. If I use the 85340, it looks like I do not need the battery lead and the brake lights will still work independently from the signal lights. Will the 85340 kit work on my Ford Edge? If yes, what are the risks? If no, can you explain why? Thanks
asked by: Rob V
Expert Reply:
To install a 4-pole trailer connector on your 2013 Ford Edge, I'd recommend the Tow Ready # 118515. This wiring harness does have a direct connection to the battery, this is done for a good reason. Years ago, you could tap into the taillight circuits to power your trailer taillights. The wires were of sufficient gauge so that plenty of power for both the vehicle and the trailer taillights could be drawn through the vehicle's taillight circuits. Now, due to cost restraints, the automobile manufacturers are using thinner gauge wiring that's rated for the vehicle taillights, but not the added burden of powering the trailer taillights as well. The converter gets signal from the taillights circuits, but the actual power needed to drive the trailer taillights comes directly from the battery.
Wiring the trailer connector this way also helps to isolate the vehicle's wiring from any short circuits that might occur in the trailer's wiring. The wiring on the trailer is much easier and much more inexpensive to repair than that of the vehicle.
The # TM85340 and the # TM85340 are a fit for the Saturn Vue/Chevy Equinox and wouldn't fit your Edge. If you click the provided link, you can see the wiring harness I recommended being installed on a 2013 Ford Edge.
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