Does the 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid Require the Use of a Charge Line Kit While Being Flat Towed

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What is the best way to wire a charge line for a 20 Escape Hybrid?

asked by: Angeline S

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According to my source at Roadmaster, the 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid does not require a battery charge line kit like the # RM-156-25 when being flat towed by an RV, and there are no fuses that are required to be removed. Adding a charge line kit would likely cause issues with the battery system on your hybrid vehicle so we do not recommend this application.

expert reply by: Erik B

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Angeline S.

7/29/2020

But with the Patriot II Braking system will the battery draw be too much ?

Jon G.

8/6/2020

If you will be using the Blue Ox Patriot braking system then a charge line kit would be a good idea. Just be sure that whatever portable braking system you're using is rated for a Hybrid (like how the Patriot II is).

Dwight S.

7/26/2021

@JonG - We can concur that with our setup(Class A Gasser towing Ford Escape Hybrid using the Demco Stay-N-Play brake controller) we ran the Escape battery down twice while towing. Short term we have adopted a rest break every 2 hours and run the car for 5 minutes. Long term we are upgrading the electronics battery which is in the trunk under the spare tire and adding a charge line kit.

Answer 1

The Roadmaster Battery Charge Line Kit for Towed Vehicles part #RM-156-25 does not require any additional ground. In regards to the trailer connector on the tow vehicle or toad vehicle these will both be grounded as will the batteries that the charge…

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Answer 2

There are specific directions about flat towing your 2020 Ford Escape in your owner's manual; you will want to go to page 282, which is where I found them in the online manual. I strongly recommend verifying them in your copy of the manual. The…

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Answer 3

Hey Kirt, Congrats on the new car! To get your car safe to flat tow you'll need the following parts: Base-Plate #RM39FR Tow-Bar Adapter #RO64FR Lighting #RM-15267 Chargeline #RM-156-25 Air-Force One Vehicle Side #SM99209 and Hose #SM99666 (if you…

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Answer 4

Both the Roadmaster and Blue Ox tow bars are great options. But if it was my decision to make I would go with the Blue Ox Avail part #BX7420 as we have found that the Blue Ox tow bars are a little easier to connect and disconnect from. Also this tow…

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Answer 5

Hey Steve, thanks for reaching out! The Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit #RM87NQ fits your 2025 Ford Maverick as long as it's the Hybrid model that doesn't have the engine block heater. It doesn't come with the 6-Pin connector,…

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Answer 6

When it comes to choosing between the Blue Ox Patriot #BLU37TR and the Brake Buddy Select 3 #HM39524, these systems are extremely similar in their setup and functionality. Both of these systems provide proportional braking in a compact and easy to…

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Answer 7

Hey Dan, Congrats on the brand new motorhome! For your 2023 Ford F-150, I’d start with the etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit, part #e86YR. This is a really nice option because it keeps the front of your truck looking clean when you’re not towing. The…

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Answer 8

Hey Bob! We are ahead of manufacturer fitment pretty often, and have confirmed that the Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit #DM38CV will fit the 2026 Maverick Hybrid. Our own etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit #e96GV shares the same design so you can use…

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Answer 9

Yes, it does John. So long as you have the Ford Performance Heavy Duty Modular Front Bumper with the tow hooks, the easiest way to flat tow it is to use the Curt Custom Base Plate Kit item #C59JR. This adapter connects right to the tow hooks without…

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