Adding a 7-Way Trailer Connector to a 2012 Ford Escape  

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There is a difference between the 7-way blade connector and 7-way pin connector. The 7-way blade connection is most common on passenger vehicle and trailer connections. The 7-way pin connector is more commonly found in commercial and agricultural applications. I have included a picture of the vehicle side connectors to see the difference.

For your 2012 Ford Escape first we have to identify if it came equipped with the factory 4-way flat harness installed. If you already have a 4-way flat connector on your Escape you can continue to the next section. If you do not have a 4-way flat connector you will need the Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118551. This will connect to your tail lights to operate the tail lights on the trailer you will be hauling.

The 4-way flat connection will plug in the Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller # ETBC7 to get you a 7-way blade connection. The Hopkins Trailer Connector Adapter # 47595 will convert the 7-way blade to the 7-way pin connection if that is what you do need. You will have to still run the remaining wires and connect a Brake Controller # 90195 if your trailer requires one. I have linked some videos below that will help you see what all is involved with the wiring.

expert reply by: Bud M

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Vehicle Side 7-Way Connections and Wiring
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