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Complete CURT Class 3 2" trailer hitch and 5-flat wiring kit (with 4-way to 5-way adapter for surge brakes) engineered for the 2019 Ford Escape. Vehicle-specific fit, plug-and-play installation, all hardware and instructions included.
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Whatever your task at hand -- whether it's launching that boat before daybreak, setting up your camper before the rush or getting a final load to the dump before close -- CURT class 3 trailer hitches offer the strength needed for serious towing. They make it easy to hitch up and Bring It, offering a vehicle-specific fit and the weight capacity to handle a variety of trailers. Custom class 3 hitches are the most common type of receiver hitch for pickup trucks and SUVs. Because of their weight range, they are also found on full-size cars, crossovers and minivans. Each custom-fit class 3 hitch package is made for vehicle-specific mounting. This particular kit fits certain years of the Ford Escape (see application info to verify vehicle compatibility). It provides a weight carrying capacity of 3,500 lbs. GTW and 350 lbs. TW. It is also compatible with a weight distribution hitch for level towing and a rating of 5,000 lbs. WD and 500 lbs. WDTW. CURT class 3 trailer hitches are typically used to attach and haul utility trailers, boat trailers, campers, snowmobile or ATV haulers and more (NOTE: Never exceed the lowest-rated towing component). Each class 3 hitch has a 2" receiver tube and is tested in accordance with SAE J684 for safety. To ensure that CURT class 3 receiver hitches have what it takes for serious trailering, they are designed using a hands-on approach and are constructed with rugged, high-strength steel and precise welding. We also protect our class 3 hitches in a co-cured finish of liquid A-coat and black powder coat for superior resistance to rust, chipping and UV damage.
If your vehicle is not equipped with wiring for towing a trailer, CURT custom wiring is the ideal solution. A custom wiring harness -- also called a T-connector -- is a simple, plug-and-play electrical device that plugs into your automotive electric system and provides a standard, universal trailer wiring connection. This is done using two or more vehicle-specific, OEM-compatible connectors to plug into the taillight assembly, eliminating the need for cutting, splicing and soldering during installation. Custom wiring harnesses are made vehicle-specific, and while they are not available for all vehicles, they do offer one of the fastest, easiest and most secure ways to wire a vehicle for towing. This particular plug-in harness provides a 4-way flat connector socket and is designed to be a custom wiring harness to fit certain years of the Ford Escape (to verify your vehicle compatibility, see application info). It comes with all necessary wiring components to establish a reliable trailer wiring connection, as well as a dust cover to keep the connector clean when not in use. You have a picture in mind of your next destination -- maybe it's the boat landing at your favorite fishing spot, maybe it's a campsite that overlooks one of nature's masterpieces, or maybe it's the next big jobsite. However, turning that picture into a reality takes more than just daydreaming. It takes a solid connection and the right amount of power. CURT custom wiring is made with some of the most sophisticated technology in the industry and is designed to install with ease, giving you a long-lasting electrical connection for your towing hitch setup.
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 |
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| 2019 | Ford Escape | — |
The 2019 Ford Escape Curt 2" Class 3 Trailer Tow Hitch + 5-Flat Wiring Kit Tow Boat/Utility Trailer with Surge Brakes 13186 (Part #5W-CHW-966) fits the following vehicles: 2019 Ford Escape. Always verify your specific year, make, and model before ordering.
The 2019 Ford Escape Curt 2" Class 3 Trailer Tow Hitch + 5-Flat Wiring Kit Tow Boat/Utility Trailer with Surge Brakes 13186 (Part #5W-CHW-966) fits 2019 Ford Escape models. The 2019 model year is the last year covered by this part number. For newer models, check for an updated version.
Yes, the 2019 Ford Escape Curt 2" Class 3 Trailer Tow Hitch + 5-Flat Wiring Kit Tow Boat/Utility Trailer with Surge Brakes 13186 (Part #5W-CHW-966) is designed to fit the 2019 Ford Escape.
The 2019 Ford Escape Curt 2" Class 3 Trailer Tow Hitch + 5-Flat Wiring Kit Tow Boat/Utility Trailer with Surge Brakes 13186 (Part #5W-CHW-966) Refer to the included instructions for installation details. Basic hand tools are typically all you need.
CURT part number 13186 is designed for 2013-Present Ford Escape SUVs only. Verify your vehicle year and model match before purchasing. If you have a different year or model, contact CURT technical support at 877-287-8634 to confirm fitment.
When used as a weight-carrying hitch, the CURT 13186 supports 3,500 lbs trailer weight and 350 lbs tongue weight. When used as a weight-distribution hitch, it supports 5,000 lbs trailer weight and 500 lbs tongue weight. However, you must never exceed your vehicle manufacturer's recommended towing capacity, which may be lower than these ratings.
Required tools are: torque wrench, ratchet, 6-inch extension, 13mm socket, 10mm socket, 11/16-inch socket, die grinder, aviation shears, and safety glasses. A torque wrench is essential for final fastener tightening to the correct specifications (70 ft-lbs for 7/16-inch hardware and 23 ft-lbs for M8 hardware).
The manual does not mention battery disconnection. No electrical work is required for this hitch installation.
Two people may be required to ease installation. While one person may be able to complete the work, having a second person will help, particularly when sliding the hitch into position and managing the fishwire hardware.
Professional installation takes approximately 80 minutes. Novice (DIY) installation takes approximately 45 minutes. These times assume you have the required tools and follow all steps carefully.
The installation is rated as Moderate difficulty. The process involves temporary exhaust lowering, heat shield trimming, access hole enlargement, and fishwire hardware techniques. If you are hesitant to undertake this task, contact an authorized CURT installer for assistance.
No new drilling is required. However, the existing access holes in the frame rails must be enlarged to allow 7/16-inch carriage bolts to pass through. This enlargement is done using a die grinder or aviation shears as part of Step 3 of the installation process.
Yes. You must remove one fastener securing the heat shield to the bottom of the driver side frame rail, then trim the portion of the heat shield covering the mounting areas of both the driver and passenger side frame rails. After trimming, re-attach the heat shield to the bottom of the driver side. A trim diagram is provided in the manual showing the hatched area to be removed (approximately 1 inch in the reference area shown).
Yes. You must temporarily lower the exhaust by removing four 8mm bolts from the muffler brackets and the forward rubber isolator in Step 1. These four 8mm bolts should be returned to the vehicle owner. The rubber isolator is re-attached in Step 9 after the hitch is fully installed and torqued.
The kit includes: 6 pieces of 7/16-inch fishwire, 6 carriage bolts (7/16-14 x 1.5 inches), 6 square hole spacers (CM-SP7, 0.250 x 1.00 x 2.00 inches), 6 hex flange nuts (7/16-14), 4 washers (5/16 inch), and 4 M8-1.25 x 30 hex head bolts. The four 8mm bolts removed from the muffler brackets are returned to the owner and not reused.
Fishwire is a technique to guide fasteners through frame rail access holes. In Step 4, you thread 7/16-inch carriage bolts and SP7 spacers through the enlarged access hole and out the two rear-most mounting holes on both sides. You then reverse-fishwire a carriage bolt and spacer back through the enlarged access hole on both sides. The fishwires are left attached to prevent loss into the frame rails and are removed in Step 6 when the hitch is in position and fasteners are being secured with flange nuts.
In Step 5, slide the hitch in from the rear passenger side of the vehicle over the exhaust and into position. Feed the fishwires through the mounting holes while raising the hitch. This approach allows the hitch to clear the temporarily lowered exhaust system.
Fasteners are initially loosely secured in Step 6 with 7/16-inch flange nuts on the bottom and side mounting holes. The muffler brackets are re-attached in Step 7 using M8-1.25 hex bolts and 5/16-inch washers. Final tightening occurs in Step 8: torque all 7/16-inch hardware to 70 ft-lbs and all M8 hardware to 23 ft-lbs. The rubber isolator is re-attached in Step 9 after all torquing is complete.
All 7/16-inch hardware (carriage bolts and flange nuts) must be torqued to 70 ft-lbs. This includes the fasteners securing the hitch to both the bottom and side mounting holes of the frame rails.
All M8 hardware (the M8-1.25 x 30 hex bolts used to re-attach the muffler brackets) must be torqued to 23 ft-lbs.
Safety glasses must be worn at all times while installing this product. Before beginning installation, read all instructions thoroughly. If you are hesitant to undertake this task on your own, contact an authorized CURT installer for additional assistance.
Never exceed your vehicle manufacturer's recommended towing capacity. While the CURT 13186 is rated for 3,500 lbs trailer weight and 350 lbs tongue weight as a weight-carrying hitch (or 5,000 lbs trailer and 500 lbs tongue as a weight-distribution hitch), your Ford Escape may have a lower manufacturer limit that must be observed.
After installation, verify that all fasteners are tight and all structural components are sound. Periodically check the hitch during ownership to ensure all fasteners remain tight and structural integrity is maintained. This ongoing inspection is important for safe towing.
The manual states you should periodically check the receiver hitch to ensure all fasteners are tight and all structural components are sound. While a specific interval is not provided, regular inspection before towing trips is recommended to maintain safe operation.
The hitch weight is 40 lbs.
Yes, the CURT 13186 is designed for 2013-Present Ford Escape SUVs. Verify your exact year and model match before purchasing.
As a weight-carrying hitch: 3,500 lbs trailer, 350 lbs tongue. As a weight-distribution hitch: 5,000 lbs trailer, 500 lbs tongue. Never exceed your vehicle manufacturer's recommended towing capacity.
Torque wrench, ratchet, 6-inch extension, 13mm/10mm/11/16-inch sockets, die grinder, aviation shears, and safety glasses. A torque wrench is essential for proper fastener tightening.
Torque all 7/16-inch hardware to 70 ft-lbs. Torque all M8 hardware to 23 ft-lbs. Use a torque wrench for accuracy.
Professional installation: approximately 80 minutes. Novice (DIY) installation: approximately 45 minutes.
Never exceed your vehicle manufacturer's recommended towing capacity. Wear safety glasses during installation. Periodically check all fasteners are tight and structural components are sound.
The CURT 56432 is a powered converter lead system designed for SUVs and vans. It converts the vehicle's factory taillight signals into a 4-flat trailer connector, allowing you to tow a trailer with proper lighting. The system includes a converter box, wiring harness with color-coded wires (yellow for left turn, green for right turn, red for brake, brown for taillight), and all necessary hardware for installation.
The CURT 56432 is designed for SUVs and vans with 12-volt negative ground electrical systems. Your vehicle must have this type of electrical system for the converter to function properly. Consult your vehicle owner's manual to confirm your vehicle has a 12-volt negative ground system before purchasing.
Required tools are: ratchet, 8mm and 10mm sockets, socket extension, wire crimper, wire stripper, T-25 Torx bit, cutting tool, small flathead screwdriver, panel trim removal tool, and electrical tape. A drill with a 3/32-inch bit may be needed if you do not have an existing fastener for the ground connection.
Yes. You must disconnect the negative battery terminal before beginning installation. Locate the battery using your vehicle owner's manual, disconnect the negative terminal, and fasten this wire down and away from the battery. Reconnect it only after all other installation steps are complete and you have verified the harness is functioning with a test light or trailer.
Installation follows this sequence: (1) disconnect negative battery terminal; (2) remove taillight fastener covers and fasteners from both taillights; (3) disconnect taillights from electrical harness; (4) remove trunk floor coverings and disconnect electrical components in foam bins; (5) remove foam bins using panel trim removal tool; (6) remove scuff plate using T-25 Torx bit and panel trim removal tool; (7) loosen side wall panels and rubber grommet on driver side; (8) cut grommet and route yellow T-connector wire through hole to factory wiring; (9) mount converter box using double-sided tape and secure ground wire; (10) seal grommet with silicone sealant and repeat steps 7-10 on passenger side with green wire; (11) route black power wire from battery, verify function, and reconnect battery.
Open the vehicle hatch. Using a small flathead screwdriver, remove the two fastener covers in the taillights. Using an 8mm socket, remove the two fasteners from the taillight. Carefully pull the taillight straight back from the vehicle. Disconnect the taillight from the electrical harness and set aside. You may need to use a paint-safe trim removal tool to help loosen the taillight from the vehicle body. Repeat this process on the other side.
Remove all trunk floor coverings to expose the spare tire. In the foam bins at the back of the rear seats, disconnect the electrical components. Remove the four push fasteners (two per side) in the foam bins using a panel trim removal tool and remove the foam bins. Using a T-25 Torx bit, remove two screw fasteners in the scuff plate. Using a panel trim removal tool, remove two push fasteners in the scuff plate. Remove the scuff plate by pulling straight up. This exposes the interior wiring routing areas.
Drilling may be required. You must locate a grounding point near the converter box, such as an existing screw or bolt in the vehicle frame. If no existing fastener is available, you will need to drill a 3/32-inch pilot hole. The area must be free from rust, dirt, and paint; use an abrasive pad or paper to clean it. Before drilling, check for miscellaneous items that may be hidden behind or under any surface to avoid damage and personal injury.
Yes. Using a wire cutter, carefully cut the rubber grommet located behind the taillight on the driver side. After routing the T-connector end with the yellow wire through the grommet hole and plugging it into the factory wiring, reinstall the grommet into the hole and use the provided silicone sealant to seal the cut. Repeat this process on the passenger side with the green wire.
Mount the black converter box using the provided double-sided tape on a flat, clean surface that is out of the path of spray and debris from the rear wheels and road. Failure to mount the box in a protected area can cause loss of warranty, product failure, overheating, and potential fire. The converter box should be located near a suitable grounding point such as an existing screw or bolt in the vehicle frame.
Locate a grounding point near the converter box such as an existing screw or bolt in the vehicle frame. The area should be free from rust, dirt, and paint; use an abrasive pad or paper to remove rust and paint. If no existing fastener is available, drill a 3/32-inch pilot hole. Secure the white ground wire with the ring terminal on the existing fastener or with the provided ground screw.
The CURT 56432 uses the following color-coded wires: yellow for left turn signal, green for right turn signal, red for brake signal, and brown for taillight (running lights). The T-connector end with the yellow wire connects to the driver side factory wiring, and the custom wiring harness end with the green wire routes to the passenger side. The black power wire connects to the vehicle battery positive terminal, and the white ground wire connects to the vehicle frame.
Route the black 12-gauge power wire from the vehicle battery as shown in the manual, taking care to avoid any pinch points and hot or rotating components. When passing the power wire through sheet metal, use an existing grommet, add a grommet, or use silicone to protect the power wire from sharp edges. Secure the power wire to the vehicle chassis using the provided cable ties. Use a ring terminal for the battery connection. The battery connection must be fuse-protected with a 10-amp maximum fuse; install the fuse after all other steps are complete. Do not exceed the product rating or tow vehicle lamp load rating, whichever is lower.
The battery connection must be fuse-protected with a 10-amp maximum fuse. Exceeding this rating can cause loss of warranty, overheating, and potential fire. Install the fuse after all other installation steps are complete.
The CURT 56432 has the following electrical ratings: signal circuits (left and right turn) are rated at 3.0 amps per side, and tail/running circuits are rated at 6.0 amps total. Do not exceed the product rating or the tow vehicle lamp load rating, whichever is lower.
When in use, route the 4-flat connector to the center of the vehicle and out of the trunk. When not in use, roll it up and store in a convenient, out-of-the-way location inside the trunk. Secure any loose wires with the provided cable ties.
Once the 12-volt power wire is connected to the harness, verify that the harness is functioning by attaching the battery and testing with a test light, 4-flat tester, or a functioning trailer. This should be done before completing the final installation steps and reconnecting the negative battery terminal.
After verifying the harness is functioning with a test light or trailer, reinstall all items removed during installation. If the negative battery terminal was disconnected at the beginning, reconnect it. Install the provided 4-flat dust cover to help prevent corrosion. Secure any loose wires with the provided cable ties.
Periodic inspection of all wires and connections should be performed to ensure there is no visible damage or loose connections. This helps maintain proper function and prevent electrical issues.
Do not exceed the product rating or tow vehicle lamp load rating, whichever is lower. The battery connection must be fuse-protected with a 10-amp maximum fuse; exceeding the product rating can cause loss of warranty, overheating, and potential fire. Mount the converter box in a protected area away from spray and debris from rear wheels and road; failure to do so can cause loss of warranty, product failure, overheating, and potential fire. Before drilling, check for miscellaneous items that may be hidden behind or under any surface to avoid damage and personal injury. Route the power wire to avoid pinch points and hot or rotating components. Use the converter only on 12-volt negative ground systems.
The CURT 56432 installation is rated as moderate difficulty. While it does not require professional installation, it involves multiple steps including battery disconnection, taillight removal, interior panel removal, grommet cutting, drilling (potentially), and wiring connections. Proper tools and careful attention to all instructions are required for successful installation.
The CURT 56432 is designed for SUVs and vans with 12-volt negative ground electrical systems. Confirm your vehicle has this electrical system in your owner's manual before purchasing.
Yes, you must disconnect the negative battery terminal before starting installation and reconnect it only after verifying the harness functions with a test light or trailer.
The battery connection must use a 10-amp maximum fuse. Exceeding this can cause loss of warranty, overheating, and potential fire.
Do not exceed product rating. Use 10-amp maximum fuse. Mount converter in protected area away from spray and debris. Check for hidden items before drilling. Route power wire away from pinch points and hot components.
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