Will Installing etrailer Class III Hitch on 2022 Ford Escape Block Hands-Free Liftgate Sensors

Published 12/31/2021

Question:

Will installing the etrailer hitch e89YR have any effect on the hands-free liftgate of my 2022 Ford Escape?

asked by: Crystal

Expert Reply:

With the etrailer # e89YR hitch installed, the receiver tube will block the sensors in the middle of the bumper, but if you wave your foot several inches to the right or left of the receiver, the sensors will pick up the movement and operate the liftgate. You might need to hunt around a bit until you find the sweet spot, but the liftgate will still work.

expert reply by: Mike L