Trailer wiring question.

Dunkie · 09-20-2011, 04:22 AM

Hi, just bought explorer and am fitting towbar. Found socket under bumper but only has six wires. how do I connect the 7-pin socket to it or id there an alternative?

**BrooklynBay** · 09-23-2011, 01:22 PM

Welcome to this forum! I've renamed your thread, and moved it into the towing section.

Ranger379 · 09-24-2011, 11:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dunkie

Hi, just bought explorer and am fitting towbar. Found socket under bumper but only has six wires. how do I connect the 7-pin socket to it or id there an alternative?

wheres the plug at? if you have a tow-package you would have a round 4 wire plug near the drivers side tail light, that will let you connect a 4-flat. if you need a rv-7 you will need to wire the extra 3 wires yourself, its not too hard. you have a few options as far as adaptors and such

thebrakeman · 09-27-2011, 10:25 AM

What model year Explorer?
Sounds like you don't have the factory towing package.
What is the loaded weight of your trailer?

Dunkie · 09-28-2011, 12:37 PM

Hi, found a 6-pin socket (under the bumper on right hand side as you look at rear) to attach to the 7-pin socket (uk trailering!!). worked out the only wire missing is for the brake lights. will have to splice in somewhere!!!

Cheers all

09-20-2011, 04:22 AM	#1
Dunkie Wannabe Elite Explorer Newark, Nottinghamshire 1999 Ford Explorer Join Date: Sep 2011 Posts: 2 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	Trailer wiring question. Hi, just bought explorer and am fitting towbar. Found socket under bumper but only has six wires. how do I connect the 7-pin socket to it or id there an alternative?

09-23-2011, 01:22 PM	#2
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09-27-2011, 10:25 AM	#4
thebrakeman Wannabe Elite Explorer Canton, Michigan Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 473 Vehicle Specs	What model year Explorer? Sounds like you don't have the factory towing package. What is the loaded weight of your trailer? __________________ thebrakeman ('70) DW ('71), DD ('99), DD ('01), DD ('05) 2006 Mountaineer Premier V8 AWD w/Tow Package, ScangaugeII Cashmere/Camel Interior, navigation, power 3rd row 2004 Surveyor 261T Hybrid Travel Trailer (27 ft) Equal-i-zer 10,000 lb 4-pt Sway Control WDH

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09-28-2011, 12:37 PM	#5
Dunkie Wannabe Elite Explorer Newark, Nottinghamshire 1999 Ford Explorer Join Date: Sep 2011 Posts: 2 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	Hi, found a 6-pin socket (under the bumper on right hand side as you look at rear) to attach to the 7-pin socket (uk trailering!!). worked out the only wire missing is for the brake lights. will have to splice in somewhere!!! Cheers all