The recommended trailer wiring harness for your 2014 Ford C-Max is the Curt Harness part # C56496. The local trailer rental place would have no problem at all installing this kit as I am sure they install similar harnesses on vehicles on a regular basis. There are instructions included with this kit that I attached to the right in a link as well as an install video.
For ball mounts I recommend the etrailer Ball Mount Kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts, 2 balls, a hitch pin with... view full answer...
It is possible that Curt trailer hitch # C12092 will block the sensor for the hands-free liftgate on the 2015 Ford C-Max. In some cases it will just limit the coverage area of the sensor. Ford must angle that sensor differently amongst vehicles because some people seem to have trouble and others do not.
The Eco-Hitch trailer hitch # 306-X7200 is confirmed to work with the hands-free liftgate. We had a customer install this hitch and come back and tell us that the sensor was not affected... view full answer...
For your 2013 Ford C-Max there are only 1-1/4 inch trailer hitches available. 2 inch trailer hitches are reserved for larger vehicles that have higher towing capacities like trucks and SUVs.
The highest capacity hitch available for your vehicle is the Curt hitch part # C12092 that you referenced which has a 350 tongue weight capacity and a 3,500 lb trailer capacity. There still are several bike racks that will fit this style of hitch though.
The most popular bike rack we carry that has... view full answer...
The easiest system to set up and use is the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR, 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.
For a base plate kit I would recommend the part # 524432-1 which I attached an install video for as well.
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... view full answer...
The stop light switch circuit on the 2017 Ford C-Max is not active while in tow mode so there will be no way to power the monitor light for a braking system like the Stay-In-Play Duo part # SM99251 without a stop light switch, the Roadmaster Stop Light Switch Kit part # RM-751459. view full answer...
There isn't a need to pull any fusees to flat tow your 2018 Ford C-Max. I checked with Roadmaster and they state that no fuses need to get pulled so none of their fuse switch kits are needed.
So you'll need a base plate kit part # 524432-1 first. Install video attached.
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 All Terain, # RM-522.... view full answer...
There is a way for your 2013 Ford C-Max to carry 4 bikes, but a cargo carrier is not a viable option.
We do not carry cargo carriers wide enough to support 4 bikes.
Fortunately, we do have hitch-mounted bike racks that can carry 4 bikes on a 1-1/4" hitch. I recommend the Thule Hitching Post Pro, part # TH934XTR. It's a hanging-style rack that folds down when the bikes are not attached to save on space. It also tilts away to allow access to your hatch. I've linked to a video review of... view full answer...
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. view full answer...
The base plate from a 2009 Ford Focus would not fit a 2014 Ford C-Max as the vehicles are very different. So you would need a new base plate kit depending on what brand tow bar you have. If you have a Roadmaster you would need the part # 524432-1, Blue Ox part # BX2639, or Demco part # DM9518305. view full answer...
The trailer hitch you will need to use to carry three bikes on a 2013 Ford C-Max is the 1-1/4" Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C12092 because of the class II rating and 350lb tongue weight rating or the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver # 306-X7200 with the 2" receiver opening and a 300lb tongue weight rating. Your choice of the EcoHitch is a good one since it has the 2" opening and doesn't require the stabilizer strap.
For a bike rack, three bike carriers are pretty limited so... view full answer...
For your 2013 Ford C-Max we have trailer hitches like the Curt part # C12092 which have towing capacities of 3,500 lbs which would easily tow a trailer that has a 500-600 lb boat on it.
For a ball mount you then would want the part # C45521, hitch ball # A-82 for a 2 inch ball, part # A-80 for 1-7/8 inch and then for wiring part # C59496.
You will need to check the owners manual of your vehicle to determine what Ford says are the towing capacities and be sure to stay under that. view full answer...
The Kuat Sherpa part # SH12P that you referenced would be a perfect bike rack for your application. It only touches the bikes at the tires so your carbon bike frames will not get damaged and also since it's platform bike rack it will allow for easy bike loading/unloading. This rack is also very lightweight too at 32 lbs.
This rack is also rock solid on the highway. You can see that in the test course video I attached below. view full answer...
I do have a solution for you, however all of the available trailer hitches that are confirmed to fit your 2015 Ford C-Max are Class I and Class II hitches that have a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening.
Starting with the trailer hitch, I recommend the Curt Class II Receiver Hitch # C12092. This is custom-fit for your C-Max and will provide a 350 pound tongue weight capacity. Keep in mind that some drilling will be required during installation and the exhaust will need to be temporarily lowered.... view full answer...
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... view full answer...
The most popular trailer hitch for your 2016 Ford C-Max is Curt hitch # C12092. This is a Class II trailer hitch with a 1-1/4 inch receiver.
If you want to use the hitch for an accessory such as a bike rack or cargo carrier then you have to make sure the accessory is rated for use with a Class II trailer hitch. Curt also says you have to use stabilization strap # 18050 when using this hitch for any non-trailer load (such as a bike rack or cargo carrier) per their warranty requirements.
If... view full answer...
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. view full answer...
The Thule Gateway Pro trunk mount bike rack # TH88VR is listed as a fit for the 2013 Ford C-Max. However, the top clips would need to install in the gap at the front edge of the top of the rear hatch. If there is a spoiler in the way it will not fit.
Since your C-Max has a spoiler you will want to use the Hollywood Racks Over-the-Top rack # HRF2. This rack has an extra arm piece that will move the top straps over the spoiler. I have included a link to a video review of this rack for you. view full answer...
Basically you just need the correct base plate kit for your 2015 Ford C-Max from Blue OX part # BX2639 and then a lighting solution and you'd be set.
For lighting you can use the diode kit, # RM-15267, and not have to worry about cutting into the taillight housing. This will splice into your taillight wiring to allow your tow vehicle to control the taillight assemblies of the towed vehicle. This comes with a round 6-way connector that you will install on the front of your towed vehicle... view full answer...
If your preference is for a trunk-mount carrier to transport only one or two bikes on your Ford C-Max, then I recommend the OutWay from Thule, part # TH45JV. This is a premium quality 2-bike carrier that includes many features that are lacking in other comparable carriers, and it mounts to your C-Max by resting on the bumper cover. This will, as you note, reduce the stresses placed on the rear hatch by distributing some of the weight load to the bumper. This rack secures with two rubber-coated... view full answer...
I do have an excellent option for you but it isn't a traditional axle. I recommend going with a Timbren axle-less system such as # TASR35HDS06 which takes the place of an axle beam. It will also replace the suspension with rubber suspension parts that won't wear out or corrode.
This system and others do have brake mounting flanges. I wasn't sure which capacity you would want so the one above is rated for 3,500 pounds. Then you could use hub and drum # 8-201-9UC3-EZ and brakes # AKEBRK-7-SA.
I... view full answer...
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