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  • Backup Alarm for a 2013 Ford C-Max
  • The W16W indicates a 16 watt bulb and also is synonymous with a 921 bulb. So in other words, W16W and 921 are the same thing. We do not have a backup alarm and replacement bulb that will fit in place of a W16W or 921 bulb. But I do have a solution for you. You could install a stand alone backup alarm, # PK41820. This will actually be louder than the replacement bulb types of alarms. It can mount underneath the vehicle and simply wires into a reverse light wire.
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  • Parts Needed To Flat Tow 2014 Ford C-Max Hybrid Behind A Motor Home
  • When you plan on flat-towing your 2014 Ford C-Max Hybrid, there are 5 things that are needed. You will need base plates, a tow bar, safety chains, wiring for the lights on your towed vehicle, and a supplemental brake system. I recommend the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit, part # BX2639. This is a custom fit system that provides attach points for your tow bar. The tow bar I recommend is the Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar, part # BX7380. This tow bar system comes with the motor home mount so no ball mount...
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  • Recommended Base Plates for 2017 Ford C-Max
  • We have the Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit, # 524432-1 that is confirmed to fit the 2017 Ford C-Max and will mate to your Roadmaster StowMaster Tow Bar, # RM-501. Please note the linked installation video below. If you need wiring for your indicator lights, I suggest the Roadmaster Universal Hy-Power Diode Wiring Kit, # RM-154 and for supplemental braking system, the Brake Buddy Stealth Supplemental Braking System, # HM39530.
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  • Recommended Bike Rack to Transport Rollator with a 2015 Ford C-Max
  • To carry your Rollator with your 2015 Ford C-Max I recommend the Saris Bones 2 Bike Carrier # SA805BL. This is a great cost-effective bike rack that has received excellent reviews from our customers so you know you are still getting a quality bike rack. It doesn't come with locks but you can add the Thule Passive Security Strap # TH533 for the bike rack and the cable lock # e98891 for the Rollator (although if the Rollator will be in use every time you part you may not need the cable...
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver for 2013 Ford C-Max
  • There is not a Class III 2 Inch trailer hitch receiver we carry that is compatible with a 2013 Ford C-Max. This is because the towing capacity of the vehicle is so limited that a Class III hitch is not wise for a manufacturer to make. According to your owners manual, this vehicle is not equipped for towing a trailer. I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4" # C12092 which will allow you to use the hitch for smaller accessories like a bike rack or...
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  • Towing With Trailer Hitch Installed on 2013 Ford C-Max
  • The Curt Class II hitch you referenced, part # C12092 has a 350 lb tongue weight/3500 lb towing capacity. The hitch itself could handle the load of your camper as long as its loaded weight doesn't exceed the capacity of the hitch, but according to the owner's manual, Ford doesn't recommend using a C-Max for towing. The hitch would make an excellent attachment point for a bike rack or a cargo carrier, but I can't recommend using it for towing since Ford specifically prohibits it in the...
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  • Trunk Mount Bike Rack for a 2014 Ford C-Max in the UK
  • We have a number of trunk mount bike racks that are listed as a fit for the 2014 Ford C-Max but I cannot guarantee they will fit a European spec model. But if the body is the same there should be no problem. However, in the UK they have different requirements for trunk mount bike racks. She would likely need to install a light bar of some kind (standard on most UK Thule trunk mount racks) to be in compliance with the laws. She would want to check the laws ahead of time before a rack is...
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  • Outlet Kit and Tow Bar Lighting for 2018 Ford C-Max
  • If you were looking for an outlet kit to use with the Brake Buddy Select part # HM39524 you could use the # RM-9332 or if you were looking for a lighting kit the Roadmaster diode kit part # RM-152-1676-7 comes with everything needed to control your C-Max's taillights.
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  • Difference Between Hollywood Racks Recumbent Bike Racks
  • The Swagman XC-Extended Bike Rack for 2 Recumbent Bikes # S64650-EXT and Saris Freedom Bike Rack for 2 Recumbents Bikes # SA4412B-R are both frame mount recumbent racks for 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches. They both have weight capacities of 35 pounds per bike when using a class I hitch. However the Saris # SA4412B-R can carry bikes up to 60 pound bikes if your hitch is a class II or higher where the Swagman # S64650-EXT remains at a 35 pound per bike capacity for all hitch classes. The other significant...
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  • Cable Tire Chains for a 2013 Ford C-Max Energi
  • If the owners manual says not use tire chains then I cannot recommend going against that. However, it is a Catch-22 because in some areas of the country, chains are required by law. I would speak with Ford to see how they handle that discrepancy. If they allow you to use chains then you could use either # PW1034, and rubber adjuster # PW99, that you have referenced if the tire size is 225|50-17. If you have a different tire size, let me know and I can make other recommendations. I have...
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  • Floor Mat Recommendation for a 2016 Class C Ford Motorhome Coachmen Leprechaun
  • A class C motorhome with a Ford V10 would be an E-450. For floor mats you would then need the # HL33253 that you referenced has it has been confirmed as a fit. I attached an install video for you to check out as well.
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  • Trailer Hitch and Wiring for a 2015 Ford C-Max
  • For a trailer hitch that fits your 2015 Ford C-Max SEL and that is compatible with the Hands-Free liftgate I recommend the Curt trailer hitch # C12092. And for trailer wiring use # 119250KIT.
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  • Shorter Replacement Shank Recommendation for a Blue Ox Avail Tow Bar 7420
  • We do offer the shorter replacement shank for the Blue Ox Avail part # BX7420. For that you would want the part # BX84-0185.
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  • Are There Wheel Hubcaps for the Malone EcoLight Sport Trailer
  • Yes, we do offer hubcaps for the Malone EcoLight Sport Trailer part # MAL53FR. I recommend the Phoenix USA QuickTrim Hub Cover for Trailer Wheels part # QT545C which just simply installs over the lug nuts improving the overall look of the wheels and providing additional protection. It's also available in black as well using the Phoenix USA QuickTrim Hub Cover for Trailer Wheels part # PXQT545BHS.
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  • Using Hitch Adapter to Carry 2 Inch Bike Rack Using 1-1/4 Inch Receiver Hitch
  • You could indeed use an adapter like # HTAD that would allow you to use your current bike rack in a 1-1/4 inch receiver, but that's never the first option I'd recommend. Using an adapter moves the load of the bike rack further away from the rear of the vehicle increasing the leverage applied to the hitch and the hitch's attachment points to the vehicle. Because of this, any time an adapter is used the towing and tongue weight capacity of the hitch is reduced by half. This would mean that...
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  • Hitch and Trailer Wiring Recommendation for 2013 Ford C-Max
  • For your 2013 Ford C-Max the Curt trailer hitch part # C12092 would be a great option confirmed to fit. It's a Class II with plenty of capacity as well at 3,500 lbs trailer weight. For trailer wiring you'd then want the part # 119250KIT which is also a fit. For a ball mount you'd then want the part # C45571 for a 1-7/8 inch ball or part # C45572 for a 2 inch ball.
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  • Can Roadmaster Diode Tow Bar Lighting Kit # 154-792-118158 Activate Vehicle Third Brake Light
  • Yes, if you wanted the Roadmaster trailer wiring diode kit part # 154-792-118158 to activate the third brake light of your vehicle you would just need to run the red wire to the third brake light and it activate the third brake light.
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  • Does Tow Bar Need to Be Level When Flat Towing 2017 Ford C-Max
  • Most likely you will also need a high low adapter so that the tow bar # BX7380 will be level when you are flat towing. I attached a link to a page that has all of the ones we carry plus an article how to measure and pick out the correct one.
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  • Will Yakima J-Style Kayak Carrier Fit Rhino-Rack Vortex Crossbars on 2017 Ford C-Max
  • The Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Roof Rack System, which consists of # RRVA137B-2 for the two 54 Inch Vortex Crossbars, # RRRLKVA for the 2500 Series Legs, and # DK357 for the Custom DK Fit Kit, is confirmed to fit your 2017 Ford C-Max and is a great choice. With these bars installed, you can indeed use your existing Yakima J-Style Carrier like the JayLow # Y04073. These are compatible with crossbars that are up to 3-1/2 inches wide. The Rhino-Rack Aero Crossbars measure 3-1/8 inches wide so...
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  • Recommended Flat-Towing Parts Needed For 2014 Ford C-Max
  • All of the base plate kits we carry are very dependable. Personally, I like the Demco tow bars the best because of their independant arms. The Demco base plate kit for your 2014 Ford C-Max is part # DM9518305. To pair up with the base plates use the Demco Commander # DM9511012. It also includes safety cables. The tow bar lighting I recommend is the Roadmaster, part # 154-792-118158. I have attached a link to an install video for this on a 2014 C-Max. For a supplemental brake system...
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