Recommended Components for 2002 Ford Escape Towing  

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The factory tow package included the trailer hitch, wiring harness although not fully connected, and engine oil cooler. All automatic Escape models have a transmission cooler as well.

If you want to add a piece by piece towing ability, I recommend starting with the Draw-Tite Max-Frame 2" trailer hitch # 75118. Then add the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # 118343 which plugs into your factory wiring connections behind your tail lights. You will also want the wiring mounting bracket # 18144 and Curt No-Drill Bracket # C57202.

Then for a ball mount I recommend the etrailer.com Ball Mount Kit for 2" Hitches # 989900. This will give you options to tow your trailer level. The kit comes with two draw bars of different sizes as well as two hitch balls, one 1-7/8 inch diameter and one 2 inch diameter ball. It also comes with the pin and clip as well as a storage bag. I've attached an article to assist.

For an oil cooler, I recommend the Derale Plate-Fin Engine Oil Cooler Kit w/ Adjustable Sandwich Adapter (Multiple Threads) - Class V # D15405. This will put the cooler between your oil filter and your oil lines from proper cooling function and an easy installation. I've attached the installation details to assist.

expert reply by: Jason S

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