Does Trailer Wiring for 2017 Ford Escape Drain Battery
Updated 09/02/2025 | Published 08/08/2025
Question:
RE: 2017 Ford Escape SE 2.0L, does this module/harness cause a parasitic drain on the battery. since its connected directly? Or is it only a pass through device when the lights are used? Also, what makes the SE model specific, that the Curt version wont work?
asked by: Bob
Expert Reply:
Hey Bob, if there isn't a trailer connected with the taillights on the Tekonsha harness part # 118715 would not draw on the battery at all so there would be nothing to worry about in that regard. Worth mentioning is this harness is currently on back order so if you wanted something similar that is available we have the Curt # C56320.
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T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Vehicle End Connector
- Powered Converter
- No Tow Package
- 4 Flat
- Plug and Lead
- Plug-In
- Hidden
- Tekonsha
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Jameson C.
9/2/2025
Hey Bob, did you end up going with the Curt harness since the Tekonsha one was on back order? I'm curious to know how it worked out for you, as it could help others in a similar situation.