Can you change the tailer hitch on an 06 mercury mountaineer?

I have a Class II and I need a Class III, But I want it to be the stock Mercury.

thanks,
Brad

 

The receiver hitch can be changed, but you won't have the 7-pin connector with a controller plug under the dash, 3.73 rear gears, or an engine oil cooler if your Mountie has the 4.0L V6.

Welcome to FTE!

Steve

 

What does the controller plug under the dash do? I have the V8. I think it has the trans cooler, but I don't know what the rear end it has. what year receiver hitch will work?

thanks,
Brad

 

If you're going to tow a trailer with electric brakes, that plug lets you install a brake controller. The V8 didn't require an engine oil cooler with the tow package. Your rear gears are 3.55 without the tow package; if you have an Owner's Guide, look up the difference in tow ratings.

Steve