Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2017 Ford Fusion Energi
Question:
I would like to know what parts i need to flat tow a 2017 ford fusion energi Also how important is it to have a braking system for my tow vehicle. I am looking to tow maybe 4 times a year total.
asked by: Justin D
Expert Reply:
To flat tow your 2017 Ford Fusion Energi you need a base plate kit, tow bar, safety cables, vehicle lighting, a supplemental braking system, and possibly a high-low adapter.
You can use the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BLU44FR with the Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar # BX7380 which is rated for 6,500 lbs and comes with safety cables that have the same weight rating.
If you plan on flat towing every year then I recommend installing the Roadmaster Wiring Kit # RM-15267. Once this is installed you just have to connect the included coil wiring to your RV and Fusion and you are good to go.
For a supplemental braking system, you definitely need to have one installed; it is required legally in most states and helps to keep the wear and tear down on the RV and tow vehicle plus it is much more safe to use one.
For a braking system I recommend the SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO # SM99251 which is a one time installation. After it is installed you barely notice that it is there and it is extremely easy to set up for flat towing. If you would rather have a system that you remove from your Fusion then the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR is the way to go. Either way, you will still need the Roadmaster Brake-Lite Relay Kit # RM-88400 as well.
Should you choose to use the Patriot II then I also recommend installing the Roadmaster Battery Charge Line Kit # RM-156-25 to keep your battery from draining. This will connect from the battery to the middle pin on the 6-Way that comes with the wiring kit that I mentioned above.
The last thing that you may need is a high-low adapter. I have attached a link to our selection as well as a link to a helpful article that details how to choose the correct one.
Be sure to check your owner's manual for any specifics when flat towing your Fusion.
Products Referenced in This Question
Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
- Flat Tow Brake System
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- Recurring Set-Up
- Portable System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Blue Ox
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Blue Ox Alpha 2 Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,500 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6500 lbs
- Fits Blue Ox Base Plates
- Blue Ox
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Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit
- Flat Tow Wiring Harness
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Battery Charge Line Kit for Towed Vehicles
- Accessories and Parts
- Flat Tow Wiring Harness
- Battery Charge Line Kit
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Brake-Lite Relay Kit for Towed Vehicles
- Flat Tow Brake System
- Brake Light Relay
- Roadmaster
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Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional
- Flat Tow Brake System
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- One Time Set-Up
- Fixed System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Demco
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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Tow Bar Base Plate
- Removable Draw Bars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Blue Ox
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