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| Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty (One-Year Finish, One-Year Parts) |
| Weight Carrying Capacity (WC) | 3,500 LB |
| Weight Distribution (WD) | 4,000 LB |
| Weight Distribution Tongue Weight (WDTW) | 400 LB |
| Finish | GLOSS BLACK POWDER COAT |
| Main Body Shape | Square |
| Material | Carbon Steel |
| Mount Type Description | Blank |
| Receiver Tube Size | 2 IN |
| Side Application Type Description | Blank |
| Tongue Weight (TW) | 350 LB |
| Side Application Type Description | Blank |
| Tongue Weight (TW) | 350 LB |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty (One-Year Finish, One-Year Parts) |
| Drop | 3-1/4 IN |
| Finish | GLOSS BLACK POWDER COAT |
| Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) | 3,500 LB |
| Material | Blank |
| Mount Type Description | Blank |

CURT offers a variety of high-quality trailer hitches and accessories for select vehicle models. Find the perfect fit for your towing needs at TowUniverse.
CURT, a Lippert brand, offers a complete line of towing products and is the leading manufacturer of custom-fit trailer hitches. We offer the broadest selection of custom-fit hitches, and each one is designed, welded, and coated in Wisconsin.
CURT is also a leader in flat towing products, as well as 5th wheel, gooseneck, and weight distribution hitches, ball mounts, electrical components, cargo solutions, and other towing accessories.
For everything from passenger cars and vans to full-size pickups and SUVs, CURT is 'The First Name in Towing Products®.'
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| Year | Make & Model | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 - 2009 | Ford Taurus | Sedan |
Yes, the 08 - 09 Ford Taurus Sedan 2in. CURT Trailer Hitch + Ball Mount + Cover + Lock Kit HWA984 (Part #HWA984) is designed to fit the 2008-2009 Ford Taurus.
The 08 - 09 Ford Taurus Sedan 2in. CURT Trailer Hitch + Ball Mount + Cover + Lock Kit HWA984 (Part #HWA984) fits the following vehicles: 2008-2009 Ford Taurus. Always verify your specific year, make, and model before ordering.
The 08 - 09 Ford Taurus Sedan 2in. CURT Trailer Hitch + Ball Mount + Cover + Lock Kit HWA984 (Part #HWA984) fits 2008-2009 Ford Taurus models. The 2009 model year is the last year covered by this part number. For newer models, check for an updated version.
The 08 - 09 Ford Taurus Sedan 2in. CURT Trailer Hitch + Ball Mount + Cover + Lock Kit HWA984 (Part #HWA984) Refer to the included instructions for installation details. Basic hand tools are typically all you need.
Yes, Curt part number 13542 is designed for the Ford Freestyle. When installing on a Freestyle, use the forward-most slot and the rearward-most slot on the hitch. The installation process is the same as other compatible vehicles, with fasteners positioned through frame rail access holes and torqued to specification.
Yes, Curt part number 13542 is compatible with the Mercury Montego. When installing on a Montego, use the rearward-most hole on the hitch (not the forward-most slot used on Freestyle models). All other installation steps remain the same.
Yes, Curt part number 13542 fits the Ford 500. Like the Mercury Montego, the Ford 500 uses the rearward-most hole on the hitch during installation, rather than the forward-most and rearward-most slots used on the Freestyle.
Yes, Curt part number 13542 is designed for both the Mercury Sable and the new Ford Taurus. The installation procedure is the same as for the Montego and 500, using the rearward-most hole on the hitch.
The hitch includes: three 1/2-13 UNC Grade 8 bolts (1-3/4" long), one 3/8-16 UNC Grade 8 bolt (1-3/4" long), three 1/2-13 UNC Grade 8 serrated flange nuts, one 3/8-16 hex flange nut, three 0.250 × 1.00 × 2.50" square hole spacers, and one 0.250 × 1.00 × 2.00" square hole spacer. Two fishwires (1/2" and 3/8") are also included to position fasteners through frame rail access holes.
Before installation, lower the vacuum canister and the muffler with its rubber hanger bracket. The exhaust bracket should be discarded. The rubber muffler hanger should be inserted onto the exhaust hanger tab. These components must be lowered to provide access to the frame rail holes where the hitch fasteners are positioned.
Use the included fishwires to pull the bolts and square hole spacers into position through the access holes on the frame rails. The 3/8" fastener and spacer go into the forward-most hole on the passenger side. The remaining fasteners are positioned through other access holes. Once fasteners are in place via fishwire, raise the hitch into position and install the remaining fasteners.
The manual notes that access holes may need to be enlarged to fit the supplied hardware. If the fasteners and spacers do not fit through the existing frame rail access holes, enlargement may be necessary. The manual does not specify the required hole size or enlargement method.
Torque all 1/2-13 UNC fasteners to 110 ft-lb.
Torque the 3/8-16 UNC fastener to 45 ft-lb.
The manual does not provide specific towing capacity values. However, it states that you must not exceed your vehicle manufacturer's recommended towing capacity. Consult your vehicle's owner manual or the manufacturer for the maximum towing capacity for your specific model.
Periodically check the receiver hitch to ensure that all fasteners are tight and that all structural components are sound. The manual does not specify a retorque interval or detailed inspection checklist.
Curt Manufacturing warrants this product to be free of defects in material and workmanship at the time of retail purchase by the original purchaser. If the product is found to be defective, Curt may repair or replace it at their option when returned prepaid with proof of purchase. Warranty is voided by alteration, misuse, or improper installation.
Curt 13542 fits Ford Freestyle, Ford 500, Ford Taurus (new), Mercury Montego, and Mercury Sable. Freestyle uses forward-most and rearward-most hitch slots; Montego, 500, and Sable use the rearward-most hole.
The manual does not specify required tools. It includes fishwires for positioning fasteners and notes that access holes may need enlargement, but does not detail what tools are needed for installation or hole enlargement.
Yes, the muffler and vacuum canister must be lowered before installation to access the frame rail holes. The exhaust bracket should be discarded, and the rubber muffler hanger should be inserted onto the exhaust hanger tab.
Torque 3/8" fasteners to 45 ft-lb and 1/2" fasteners to 110 ft-lb.
No. Do not exceed your vehicle manufacturer's recommended towing capacity. The hitch must be used within the limits specified by your vehicle's manufacturer.
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