4 Pin hitch wiring and tow hook install

[2DRBronco]

Just finished the install of the Ford kit, apologies if duplicated I already posted this info on the end of another similar post (No C)
I installed the OEM hitch and wiring this week. Took the whole day to complete but was worth it. I took the LHS light out and managed to avoid removing the RHS one. There is not much room to splice the wiring but it can be done. Hardest points for me were removing the rear trim around the light (the are a few you tube videos showing how to do that and worth watching) I used a plastic trim removal tool which ended up very useful. The other problem I ran into was replacing the light. It was not quite in the right place and the other trim was pushed way out of alignment so take care with that. Removing the interior trim was a pain but didn’t need completely removing just yank the tops open and can reach behind. I’ll try to post some pics. Attaching the hitch is easiest part once bumper is off. The instruction for doing this are posted in another thread.

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[LightRefined]

Well done! I just installed the Curt wiring harness (part # 56468) and Mabett tow hitch on mine a couple days ago. I highly recommend the Curt wiring harness; aside from having to run the power under the body along with frame, it makes everything a breeze.

 

[EveryDayBronco]

Just finished the install of the Ford kit, apologies if duplicated I already posted this info on the end of another similar post (No C)
I installed the OEM hitch and wiring this week. Took the whole day to complete but was worth it. I took the LHS light out and managed to avoid removing the RHS one. There is not much room to splice the wiring but it can be done. Hardest points for me were removing the rear trim around the light (the are a few you tube videos showing how to do that and worth watching) I used a plastic trim removal tool which ended up very useful. The other problem I ran into was replacing the light. It was not quite in the right place and the other trim was pushed way out of alignment so take care with that. Removing the interior trim was a pain but didn’t need completely removing just yank the tops open and can reach behind. I’ll try to post some pics. Attaching the hitch is easiest part once bumper is off. The instruction for doing this are posted in another thread.

You took the hard road with that wiring install!!

I ran the black wire along the frame using the middle opening between the brake line straps.
The harness I found for the lowest price was curt 56471, it connected easily but still took around 3 hours!

I modified a bracket to hold the connector using this cheap adapter. Can't stand loose wires hanging down there!

 

[NVCowboy]

Looking good. As deep as you went in that process, it looks like you could’ve gone 7 pin.

 

[2DRBronco]

You took the hard road with that wiring install!!

I ran the black wire along the frame using the middle opening between the brake line straps.
The harness I found for the lowest price was curt 56471, it connected easily but still took around 3 hours!

I modified a bracket to hold the connector using this cheap adapter. Can't stand loose wires hanging down there!

Right, nothing to see once bumper back on and did not want to run wires under. Good quick install though

 

[2DRBronco]

Looking good. As deep as you went in that process, it looks like you could’ve gone 7 pin.

Good point. Only pulling small trailer (sea doo) so no need for 7 pin right now. Could always mod.

 

[Bronc69]

I'll be doing this at some point in time. Always good to get tips! TY all

 

[BroncoSarge]

Does the end that fits the bracket on the hitch come on that harness? Does Your vehicle have LED taillights? What’s that keychain plugged into the harness? Have a link for your harness and parts for the wiring?

 

[2DRBronco]

The end is part of the harness yes, and my vehicle does have LED tail lights. The keychain is a testing connector and shows the lights are working correctly (Amazon $12) I don’t still have the link for the hitch or the harness but they are both Ford parts and can be found at Ford OEM suppliers online.

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