Recommended Trailer Wiring Harness For 2005 Ford Escape Without Factory Tow Package
Updated 09/23/2016 | Published 09/22/2016
Products Featured in This Question
Question:
I have an 05 Ford Escape. Itdoes have the factory plug and go wiring connector. I put on a Drawtite max 2inch hitch, and installed the add on plug and go coonector. I have no power to the trailer. Do i need additional relays? Will the 4 prong 12v relays you offer for the 07 Ford Escape work?
asked by: Travis
Expert Reply:
It sounds like your Escape is not equipped with the Tow Package even though the connector is still there.
The correct wiring harness you need for your Escape is the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness, part # 118426. This harness will plug into the back of your taillights and the hot lead wire must be run to the positive battery post at the front of the vehicle to power the trailer lights. This harness has a Modulite which protects the tow vehicle from any electrical shorts or any wiring problems.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Plug-N-Tow (R) Vehicle Wiring Harness
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Vehicle End Connector
- No Converter
- No Tow Package
- 4 Flat
- Plug and Lead
- Plug-In
- Hopkins
more information >
Featured Help Information
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Q&A: Tow Wiring Adapter Location For 2005 Ford Escape
- Q&A: Differences Between Curt, Draw-Tite, and etrailer.com Trailer Hitches for 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon
- Article: How to Measure for Trailer Hitch Drop
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a Class II and a Class III Hitch?
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Q&A: Recommended Trailer Wiring Harness for 2005 Ford Escape
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Article: Roadmaster Vehicle Specific Base Plates
- Q&A: How to Determine if a 2006 Mercury Mariner Has a Factory Tow Package
- Q&A: How To Get Power To The Factory Tow Wiring Harness On A 2006 Ford Escape
- Q&A: Wiring A Trailer So That Turn Signal And Brake Signal Are Separated
- Article: Adding Electric Over Hydraulic Disc Brakes
- Article: Can You Flat Tow a Ford Escape?
- Article: Flat Towing Package for 2014-2015 Chevrolet Equinox