1998 Ford Taurus Towing Products

A CURT custom wiring connector (sometimes called a T-connector) is a simple, plug-and-play electrical device that eliminates the need for cutting, splicing and soldering when installing vehicle-to-trailer wiring. Most vehicles do not come ready to tow. Unless your vehicle has a towing package, it is probably not equipped with a trailer wiring connector. This is where CURT’s custom wiring connectors come into play. A custom wiring connector uses a single original equipment plug to plug into a special socket provided by your vehicle. Though this option is not available on every vehicle, some automotive manufacturers design their vehicles to be easily equipped for towing by supplying a socket, integrated into the vehicle’s electrical system, to readily accept a custom wiring connector. With a CURT custom wiring connector, there is no need to tap into the taillight assembly because a special socket is already provided. This special custom wiring connector actually provides two connector sockets for a multipurpose option. It plugs into an OEM connector and offers a 4-way flat and 7-way RV blade connector. It comes with a mounting bracket for easy installation and is designed to be a custom wiring option for a variety of vehicles (see application info to verify fitment). CURT custom wiring connectors are designed to be long-lasting and simple to install. They come with dust covers to keep your connector clean when not in use.

Product Features:

• Plugs into USCAR socket to provide 4-way and 7-way trailer wiring connectors
• Fits USCAR-equipped vehicles with factory tow plugs only
• Simple plug-and-play design eliminates the need for cutting or splicing
• 4-way flat output connects tail lights, brake lights and turn signals
• 7-way RV blade socket adds reverse lights, electric brakes and auxiliary power
• Dust covers included to keep connectors clean when not in use
• Slit loom keeps wires contained and well protected
• Metal bracket securely mounts wiring to the vehicle or trailer hitch

The 46155 Universal Taillight Converter Kit has everything needed to make a vehicle equipped with independent turn signals tow ready. By including splice connectors and a circuit probe tester, this kit includes the extra tools required to complete the project.

Product Features:

• 60 inch length
• Electronic Taillight Converter adapts tow vehicles taillight system to the trailer’s
• Double-molded weatherproof design
• Includes L.E.D. circuit tester, 3 splice connectors, cable ties, dust cover, ground screw, and grease packet
• Includes 4 wire flat extension
• Includes vehicle side 4 flat
• Includes dust cover and grease packet to prevent corrosion
• Includes Dust Cover And Grease Packet To Prevent Corrosion

Many of today’s tow vehicles are equipped with separate brake lights and turn signals, however, the trailers we tow still use the combined taillight for brake and turn. The 48915 taillight converter is designed to combine the independent vehicle brake light and turn signal and combine them for the common-bulb trailer lights. Includes a built-in 4 flat connector.

Product Features:

• 60 in. Long
• Adapts Tow Vehicles Taillight System To The Trailers
• Powers Up To 2.1 Amps Per Output
• Double-Molded Weatherproof Design; Includes Dust Cover
• Corrosion Resistant Terminals
• Includes Splices And Terminal Grease
• Complete With Splices And Circuit Tester

A CURT trailer hitch is the key to pursuing your passions, whether you’re taking the family boat out for an afternoon on the water or packing up the mountain bikes for a day on the trails. This CURT class 2 hitch is perfect for towing a small trailer, such as a boat trailer, lightweight camper or utility trailer. It can also be used to mount a hitch cargo carrier or bike rack (never exceed the lowest-rated towing component). Like all CURT custom hitches, this class 2 trailer hitch is made for a vehicle-specific fit. It is engineered to seamlessly integrate with select years of the Ford Taurus, Lincoln Continental and Mercury Sable (see application info to verify fitment). It is rated for 3,500 pounds gross trailer weight and 300 pounds tongue weight. It is also equipped with 1-1/4″ x 1-1/4″ hitch receiver to accept the included ball mount. The ball mount that comes with this hitch kit has a 3/4″ trailer ball hole and can be positioned in the drop or rise orientation for level towing with your specific trailer (trailer ball not included). Like all CURT custom receiver hitches, this class 2 hitch is designed, manufactured, finished and tested with the utmost care. It is engineered for a precise fit, easy installation, maximum towing strength and an integrated look on the vehicle. It is also tested to SAE J684 protocols for safety. This class 2 trailer hitch is finished with our industry-leading dual-coat process for unparalleled rust, chip and UV resistance. It is descaled for a smooth surface, submersed in liquid A-coat for rust prevention inside and out, covered with a highly durable powder coat, and finally co-cured for a dependable shield against the elements. This class 2 hitch comes with a ball mount, hitch pin and mounting hardware for a complete installation.

Product Features:

• Rated to 3,500 lbs. gross trailer weight and 300 lbs. tongue weight
• Engineered with a vehicle-specific design for a custom fit
• Concealed main body for OE look and seamless integration with the vehicle
• Tested for safety in accordance with SAE J684
• Precisely welded for superior strength and fit
• Protected by a durable high-gloss black powder coat finish
• Co-cured in a rust-resistant liquid A-coat, inside and out
• Equipped with an open-back receiver for easy cleaning
• 1-1/4″ x 1-1/4″ ball mount features a 3/4″ hole to accept a trailer ball shank
• Ball mount can be flipped to provide drop or rise for level towing
• Made in USA (may include imported hardware)

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CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.

Get your vehicle ready to tow the most common type of trailer on the road by installing this vehicle side 4 flat. This 4 flat connector carries the trailer’s basic lighting and includes printed wire functions that make installation quick.

Product Features:

• 48 inch length
• Corrosion Resistant Terminals
• Most Commonly Used Trailer Connector
• Found On Small Boat/Utility
• Printed wire functions for easy wire reference
• Printed Wire Functions For Easy Wire Reference
• 100 Percent Tested

CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.

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 Taurus, Ford Explorer and Lincoln MKS (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.

Product Features:

• Plugs into vehicle tail light assembly to provide a 4-way flat socket
• Simple plug-and-play design eliminates the need for cutting or splicing
• 4-way flat output connects tail lights, brake lights and turn signals
• Equipped with tail light converter for vehicle-trailer compatibility
• Constructed with SMT circuitry for better performance and durability
• Dust cover included to keep connector clean when not in use

CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.

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 Taurus (see application info to verify vehicle compatibility). It provides a weight carrying capacity of 4,000 lbs. GTW and 400 lbs. TW. 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.

Product Features:

• Rated to 4,000 lbs. gross trailer weight and 400 lbs. tongue weight
• Engineered with a vehicle-specific design for a custom fit
• Concealed main body for OE look and seamless integration with the vehicle
• Tested for safety in accordance with SAE J684
• Precisely welded for superior strength and fit
• Protected by a durable high-gloss black powder coat finish
• Co-cured in a rust-resistant liquid A-coat, inside and out
• Equipped with an open-back receiver for easy cleaning
• Made in USA (may include imported hardware)

Whatever the next checkpoint is on your adventure — whether it’s getting your bike on the trail before sunrise or making it to the campground before dark — CURT class 2 hitches let you Bring It with confidence. These receiver hitches are made to handle most light-duty towing applications and offer a custom fit for your vehicle. Typically used on full-size cars, crossovers, compact SUVs, minivans or even compact pickup trucks, a CURT class 2 trailer hitch complements the design of smaller vehicles. This particular class 2 hitch is made to be a custom hitch for certain years of the Ford Taurus, Lincoln Continental and Mercury Sable (to verify vehicle compatibility, see application info). It offers a weight carrying capacity of 3,500 lbs. GTW and 300 lbs. TW. Class 2 trailer hitches can typically be used to tow a variety of lightweight trailers, such as a small utility trailer, small fishing boat trailer or popup camper (NOTE: Never exceed the lowest weight capacity of any towing component). They are also perfect for adding cargo space to your vehicle with a bike rack or cargo carrier. This class 2 hitch features a 1-1/4″ receiver tube to accept a ball mount shank or other hitch-mounted accessory. For safety, it is tested in accordance with SAE J684. A custom trailer hitch design requires extra care, and as such, CURT class 2 hitches are engineered using real vehicles and hands-on research. We use high-strength steel, robotic welding and rigorous testing to produce hitches that are built to fit your lifestyle. To ensure that each hitch will be a reliable extension of your vehicle, we also finish our hitches in a co-curing of liquid A-coat and black powder coat, giving them long-lasting rust and wear resistance.

Product Features:

• Rated to 3,500 lbs. gross trailer weight and 300 lbs. tongue weight
• Engineered with a vehicle-specific design for a custom fit
• Concealed main body for OE look and seamless integration with the vehicle
• Tested for safety in accordance with SAE J684
• Precisely welded for superior strength and fit
• Protected by a durable high-gloss black powder coat finish
• Co-cured in a rust-resistant liquid A-coat, inside and out
• Equipped with an open-back receiver for easy cleaning
• Made in USA (may include imported hardware)

Whatever the next checkpoint is on your adventure — whether it’s getting your bike on the trail before sunrise or making it to the campground before dark — CURT class 2 hitches let you Bring It with confidence. These receiver hitches are made to handle most light-duty towing applications and offer a custom fit for your vehicle. Typically used on full-size cars, crossovers, compact SUVs, minivans or even compact pickup trucks, a CURT class 2 trailer hitch complements the design of smaller vehicles. This particular class 2 hitch is made to be a custom hitch for certain years of the Ford Taurus (to verify vehicle compatibility, see application info). It offers a weight carrying capacity of 3,500 lbs. GTW and 300 lbs. TW. Class 2 trailer hitches can typically be used to tow a variety of lightweight trailers, such as a small utility trailer, small fishing boat trailer or popup camper (NOTE: Never exceed the lowest weight capacity of any towing component). They are also perfect for adding cargo space to your vehicle with a bike rack or cargo carrier. This class 2 hitch features a 1-1/4″ receiver tube to accept a ball mount shank or other hitch-mounted accessory. For safety, it is tested in accordance with SAE J684. A custom trailer hitch design requires extra care, and as such, CURT class 2 hitches are engineered using real vehicles and hands-on research. We use high-strength steel, robotic welding and rigorous testing to produce hitches that are built to fit your lifestyle. To ensure that each hitch will be a reliable extension of your vehicle, we also finish our hitches in a co-curing of liquid A-coat and black powder coat, giving them long-lasting rust and wear resistance.

Product Features:

• Rated to 3,500 lbs. gross trailer weight and 300 lbs. tongue weight
• Engineered with a vehicle-specific design for a custom fit
• Concealed main body for OE look and seamless integration with the vehicle
• Tested for safety in accordance with SAE J684
• Precisely welded for superior strength and fit
• Protected by a durable high-gloss black powder coat finish
• Co-cured in a rust-resistant liquid A-coat, inside and out
• Equipped with an open-back receiver for easy cleaning
• Made in USA (may include imported hardware)

A CURT trailer hitch is the key to pursuing your passions, whether you’re taking the family boat out for an afternoon on the water or packing up the mountain bikes for a day on the trails. This CURT class 2 hitch is perfect for towing a small trailer, such as a boat trailer, lightweight camper or utility trailer. It can also be used to mount a hitch cargo carrier or bike rack (never exceed the lowest-rated towing component). Like all CURT custom hitches, this class 2 trailer hitch is made for a vehicle-specific fit. It is engineered to seamlessly integrate with select years of the Ford Taurus (see application info to verify fitment). It is rated for 3,500 pounds gross trailer weight and 300 pounds tongue weight. It is also equipped with 1-1/4″ x 1-1/4″ hitch receiver to accept the included ball mount. The ball mount that comes with this hitch kit has a 3/4″ trailer ball hole and can be positioned in the drop or rise orientation for level towing with your specific trailer (trailer ball not included). Like all CURT custom receiver hitches, this class 2 hitch is designed, manufactured, finished and tested with the utmost care. It is engineered for a precise fit, easy installation, maximum towing strength and an integrated look on the vehicle. It is also tested to SAE J684 protocols for safety. This class 2 trailer hitch is finished with our industry-leading dual-coat process for unparalleled rust, chip and UV resistance. It is descaled for a smooth surface, submersed in liquid A-coat for rust prevention inside and out, covered with a highly durable powder coat, and finally co-cured for a dependable shield against the elements. This class 2 hitch comes with a ball mount, hitch pin and mounting hardware for a complete installation.

Product Features:

• Rated to 3,500 lbs. gross trailer weight and 300 lbs. tongue weight
• Engineered with a vehicle-specific design for a custom fit
• Concealed main body for OE look and seamless integration with the vehicle
• Tested for safety in accordance with SAE J684
• Precisely welded for superior strength and fit
• Protected by a durable high-gloss black powder coat finish
• Co-cured in a rust-resistant liquid A-coat, inside and out
• Equipped with an open-back receiver for easy cleaning
• 1-1/4″ x 1-1/4″ ball mount features a 3/4″ hole to accept a trailer ball shank
• Ball mount can be flipped to provide drop or rise for level towing
• Made in USA (may include imported hardware)

CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.