2011 Ford Escape Flat Towing Parts Recommendation

Published 12/15/2015

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Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

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$575.00

Blue Ox 7-Wire to 6-Wire, Coiled Electrical Cord

(641)

$93.93

Roadmaster Universal Hy-Power Diode Wiring Kit

(298)

$105.20

Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs

(401)

$850.00

RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables - 6,000 lbs

(656)

$70.95

Question:

Not sure why or if I need to do this ?? This Escape does not have a steering wheel lock so the key does have to be on while its being towed by the rv. Thx much,

asked by: Marc K

Expert Reply:

To flat tow your 2011 Ford Escape you would not need to remove a fuse or use a fuse bypass switch.

For a base plate kit you would want the part # 4414-1.

In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking to flat tow your vehicle. The most popular compatible tow bar is the Falcon 2, # RM-520. For safety cables you can use # RM-643. The coiled design helps keep the cables off of the ground.

For lighting you can use the bulb and socket kit, # RM-152, and not have to worry about cutting and taillight sockets. You will also want the # BX88206 to connect this lighting solution to your tow vehicle. This comes with a round 6-way connector that you will install on the front of your towed vehicle and enough coiled wire to go from there to the RV.

And finally, most states now require supplemental braking in the vehicle being flat towed. The easiest system to set up and use is the Blue Ox Patriot # BRK2016, that applies the vehicle brakes in proportion to how much the tow vehicle is braking. This is the safest way to stop and it reduces wear and tear on both vehicles.

Most likely you will also need a high low adapter so that the tow bar will be level when you are flat towing. I attached a link to a page that has all of the ones we carry.

I have included a couple of helpful links to our articles on flat towing for you. Be sure to consult the vehicle owners manual for more specific information on flat towing your vehicle.