How To Tell If a Ford Transit Has the Tow Package and Parts Needed To Add It

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The Ford Transit if equipped with the factory tow package would have came with both a trailer hitch and trailer connector and they would both be located directly under the rear bumper so odds are you do not have either because they are not hard to locate. The factory tow package was also not a very common option but I can provide you with everything to add this on your own at a fraction of the price. The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 75912 is a confirmed fit for a 2015 - 2019 T150/T250/T350 and features a bolt-on installation. I have attached both an install photo and video for you. Then for a trailer wiring harness, I recommend the Tekonsha OEM Replacement Vehicle Wiring Harness part # 22114 which offers plug and play install and can be mounted to the trailer connector bracket on the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver using the Mounting Bracket for 7-Way part # 18138. The Tekonsha OEM Replacement Vehicle Wiring Harness also allows for a plug and play brake controller like the Tekonsha Primus IQ Trailer Brake Controller part # TK90160 if needed.

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The Ford Transit if equipped with the factory tow package would have came with both a trailer hitch and trailer connector and they would both be located directly under the rear bumper so odds are you do not have either because they are not hard to locate. The factory tow package was also not a very common option but I can provide you with everything to add this on your own at a fraction of the price.

The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 75912 is a confirmed fit for a 2015 - 2019 T150/T250/T350 and features a bolt-on installation. I have attached both an install photo and video for you. Then for a trailer wiring harness, I recommend the Tekonsha OEM Replacement Vehicle Wiring Harness part # 22114 which offers plug and play install and can be mounted to the trailer connector bracket on the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver using the Mounting Bracket for 7-Way part # 18138. The Tekonsha OEM Replacement Vehicle Wiring Harness also allows for a plug and play brake controller like the Tekonsha Primus IQ Trailer Brake Controller part # TK90160 if needed.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Sue

10/15/2019

The Ford Transit if equipped with the factory tow package would have came with both a trailer hitch and trailer connector and they would both be located directly under the rear bumper so odds are you do not have either because they are not hard to locate. The factory tow package was also not a very common option but I can provide you with everything to add this on your own at a fraction of the price. The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 75912 is a confirmed fit for a 2015 - 2019 T150/T250/T350 and features a bolt-on installation. I have attached both an install photo and video for you. Then for a trailer wiring harness, I recommend the Tekonsha OEM Replacement Vehicle Wiring Harness part # 22114 which offers plug and play install and can be mounted to the trailer connector bracket on the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver using the Mounting Bracket for 7-Way part # 18138. The Tekonsha OEM Replacement Vehicle Wiring Harness also allows for a plug and play brake controller like the Tekonsha Primus IQ Trailer Brake Controller part # TK90160 if needed.

Conner L.

10/15/2019

Certainly, the trailer wiring harness you asked about is only needed for a trailer so that might be where the confusion lies. I am not entirely sure if you are wanting to use the trailer hitch to tow a small trailer with bikes or to use a hitch mounted bike rack but nonetheless have attached both options for you below. Small Trailer: Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 75912 T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness part # 118643 Mounting Bracket 4-Pole Flat part # 18144 Ball Mount Kit part # 989900 Bike Rack: Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 75912 Kuat Transfer V2 Bike Platform Rack part # KU74FR

Andrew M.

8/4/2020

Good morning, Sirs. I would like to install a Class IV hitch on our 2017 Ford Transit T350, GVWR of 9000lbs, GRWR (rear) is 5730lbs. Need a brake controller, too. my trailer would haul a vehicle in the range of 4500 to 5500lbs--what is your advice? points i am dwelling on...1) will I have van and then, by extension, trailer sway, that I probably wouldnt have with a F250HD? (wondering if the hitch costs are worth it for this van)....2) I am definitely going to use a weight distributing hitch kit--does that affect your calculus /advice?

Chris R.

8/13/2020

For your Ford Transit T350 I recommend the Curt Class IV Hitch # C14012, which will provide more than enough capacity for what you plan on pulling. If the Transit doesn't have the tow package, then the Tekonsha # 22114 will work perfectly to provide everything needed to install a fully-functional 7-Way connector. It also includes the needed wiring to install a brake controller like the excellent Prodigy P2 # 90885. Especially if you plan on using a weight distribution system, I can't imagine you'll have more sway than you would when towing with the F-250. In fact it should honestly be better with the Transit.

Answer 1

Your 2018 Ford Transit T250 is not pre-wired for a brake controller so you'll need to hardwire one in after installing trailer wiring. The kit you'll need for the brake controller install is the part #ETBC7 which I attached an install video…

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Answer 2

The Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness #C56327 will fit your 2023 Ford Transit T250 just fine as well and installs by teeing into the back of your tail lights and running a 12V power lead up to your vehicle battery. So it won't be 100% plug…

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Answer 3

Hi Rob; thanks for writing in and I have some good news because I checked with our manufacturers and verified for you there is a hitch that fits your 2024 Ford Transit 350: - etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98842 Then for the 4-flat harness what…

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Answer 4

Hey Mike, The etrailer #e98902 and Curt #C13315 are actually the same exact trailer hitch with the only difference being the powder-coating. The #e98902 has a matte black finish, while the #C13315 has a gloss black finish. Both should give you about…

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Answer 5

There is just a single difference between the Curt and etrailer trailer hitches that fit your 2023 Ford Transit Connect, which is the finish. The Curt has a glossier finish than the matte black finish of the etrailer hitch, so you can choose which…

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Answer 6

We have just what you need to get this job taken care of. There are two wiring kits you will need, the Curt T-Connector #C56327 and the Universal Installation Kit #ETBC7. These two kits combined will include everything you need to install a 7-way on…

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Answer 7

According to the owner's manual of your 2020 Chevy Silverado 1500, Step 11 of the instructions to dinghy tow, it says: "If the vehicle has an ignition key, keep it in the towed vehicle in ACC/ACCESSORY to prevent the steering column from…

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Answer 8

The Draw-Tite #36408 Class II hitch you referenced uses 4 M12x1.75 bolts to attach to the nuts welded into the frame. If they are corroded, and spraying them with a spray lubricant like PB Blaster and using a wire brush like one on a battery terminal…

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Answer 9

In most cases Loctite is not required when installing a trailer hitch, but it would not be a bad idea. I suggest using the Loctite Blue Stick Threadlocker, #LT37643, which will provide a secure grip and protect against water and grime.

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Answer 10

In order to get a ball mount that has effectively 0 inches of rise or drop you would need to get a Trailer Hitch Ball Mount, part #D-4, like the one you referenced that has a 2 inch drop, and then use a 2 Inch High Rise Ball, part #C40034. I attached…

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Answer 11

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 12

If you can access an open end of the frame where the weld nut broke off you could fishwire a new carriage bolt in place of the weldnut. Otherwise you may have to weld the hitch on or see if a local garage like you mentioned could come up with a way…

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