Parts Needed to Tow Trailer with 2019 Ford Flex  

The question answered for a 2016 Ford Flex , has the components or recommendation changer for a 2019 Ford Flex? Will the Curt Echo # C51180 brake controller interface to the Ford Sync as an app on Android Auto? Previous anwser for 2016....... I recommend going with the Curt Class III Trailer Hitch # 13551 because it has a 5,000 lb towing capacity which means your Flex is the limiting factor. If you happen to have the dual exhaust then you need the Curt # C13110 instead which is still a Class III trailer hitch but the max towing weight is 4,000 lbs so that will be your limiting factor. Then for wiring I recommend the Curt T-Connector # C56343 because it tees in behind the tail lights on your Ford Flex and then draws power directly from your battery via the included black wire. Then to finish out the wiring for a brake controller I recommend using the 4-Way/7-Way Upgrade Kit # ETBC7L which connects directly with the T-Connector and then has a power wire for the Curt Echo # C51180 brake controller which is the first controller on the market that can be used with an Apple or Android smart device via Bluetooth connection. For a sway control SC and weight distribution WD system I recommend the Equal-i-zer # EQ37060ET which has a tongue weight rating of 200 lbs - 600 lbs which should be right where you want it and comes with a 2inch hitch ball. It is recommended to use a 1-7/8inch thin-walled socket like part # EQ70-00-4800 to install the hitch ball. And finally for an engine oil cooler I recommend the Derale Engine Oil Cooler Kit # D15602 which is a Class III cooler with the stacked-plate design that is the most efficient out of all the cooler options. Just be sure you have enough room to install the cooler in your engine compartment.

asked by: Steve