Parts Needed To Flat Tow 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid Behind Motorhome

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I have a 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid I want to flat tow behind my motorhome. It is an automatic transmission HF45 model hybrid that can be flat towed i checked the owner's manual/. what parts do I need

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To flat tow the 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid behind the motorhome you need a baseplate, safety cables, wiring, tow bar, supplemental braking system and possibly a high low adapter. I have made a list of recommendations below.

Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms part # RM39FR
Roadmaster BlackHawk 2 All Terrain part # RM-422
Roadmaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables part # RM-643
Blue Ox Patriot braking system part # BLU37TR
Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 4-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit part # RM-15247

Finally you may need a high low adapter to tow the vehicle level with the motor home. In order to know how much rise or drop it will require to tow level some measuring is required. I have attached a helpful article that helps you figure out which high low adapter may be needed and our selection of high low adapters.

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Randy R.

8/11/2020

Should a charge line be installed to keep the 12v battery charged? If so, is a trickle enough, or is a "charger" recommended like RVI's.

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Jon G.

8/24/2020

Since the supplemental brake system will pull power from the battery I do recommend installing the Charge Line Kit # RM-156-25. The trickle power will be enough to keep your battery from dying.

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Margie S.

9/2/2020

@JonG I bought everything, had it all installed, and was disappointed to find that the cigarette lighter is not live when the car is off. There is no power to the brake. This is ok for flat Florida, but we are headed to the Rockies! Does the car have to be running, or is there a work around?

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Jon G.

9/4/2020

@MargieS There is a work-around! All you need to do is install the 12 Volt Outlet Kit # RM-9332. This will give you that cigarette lighter that is always live you're looking for.

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Jeanne L.

5/20/2020

What would be a fair price to have all this installed on a new 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid? Is a RV dealer the best place to have this installed? If I bought the parts from you how willing do you think they would be to install for me? Or.... where else should I look to have installed? I live in Pa. 17201 zip code.

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Chris R.

5/22/2020

I wish I could offer a cost estimation, but it really just depends on local shop rates. An RV dealer with an on-site shop is definitely your best bet if you have one around, since they will be experienced with this type of install. They should have no problem installing the parts even if purchased somewhere else, but it certainly doesn't hurt to call ahead to give them a heads up. You could even forward them the install manuals for the components so they can generate a good estimate as to how long it all will take (the manuals are attached on our product pages).

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Fred S.

6/22/2021

@ChrisR purchased a 2020 Escape Hybrid to tow behind 2003 Jamboree, 3rd different towed vehicle. Purchased Roadmaster Nighthawk tow package and Invisibrake. After 5 hours, stopped to fill rv and, per Ford instructions, started Escape shifted into drive and then reverse and let it run 5 minutes or so. After another 3 hours brake monitor light in coach started to blink. Pulled over and discovered car battery was dead. According to rv mechanic, there is a 6 amp power draw on escape in tow mode that is too much for Invisibrake to trickle charge. So far 3 Ford dealers have no answer.

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Jon G.

6/24/2021

@FredS That's not something that we have heard of yet. You did place it back into Neutral Tow mode after you started the and ran the engine or a few minutes correct?

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Answer 1

To flat tow your 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid you will need the following parts: Tow Bar - Blue Ox Avail Non-Binding Tow Bar item #BX7420 Base Plate Kit - Blue Ox Base Plate Kit item #BLU55XR Wiring Harness - Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil…

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Answer 2

The distance between the lugs of Blue Ox tow bars like the Avail part #BX7420 is right at 3/4 inches.

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Answer 3

I went ahead and checked the owner's manual for your 2022 Ford Escape, and you can absolutely tow your vehicle behind your class A RV. With that being said, you're going to need: -A baseplate kit, like the Roadmaster Direct-Connect…

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Answer 4

The etrailer hitch part #e89YR that you referenced does fit the hybrid models and will still allow the hands free liftgate to function but you'd have to kick to either side of the hitch opening to activate it.

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Answer 5

We do have a trailer hitch confirmed to fit all models of the 2020 Ford Escape, including the Hybrid - the etrailer Class III Hitch Receiver #e89YR. This has a 2 inch receiver and a tongue weight capacity of 525 lbs, perfectly suitable for a bike…

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Answer 6

For your 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid models, you will want to use the etrailer #e89YR, which has been confirmed as a fit on your Escape Hybrid. When it comes to the operations of the hands free lift gate, we have found that in order to use this feature…

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Answer 7

The 2021 and 2022 Ford Escape models are the same generation so if I had to guess I would say that the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit #BLU55XR from a 2021 will fit a 2022. At this point in time (February 2022) the only base plate kit that is confirmed to fit…

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Answer 8

You'll need to look in your owner's manual under the "Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle" section. On the online manual I found this to be page 321. This will list out very specific instructions for you to complete to get your 2021…

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Answer 9

The sensors for the adaptive cruise control can be in the way when installing base plates so on models that have that feature manufacturers have had to fabricate an option that won't interfere with the sensors. You should always follow your…

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Answer 10

Yes, the 2021 Ford Escape hybrid can be flat towed, and there was no differentiation in the Ford towing guide between FWD or AWD capabilities. There are a number of parts needed in order to flat tow your 2021 Ford Escape hybrid which I'll list…

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Answer 11

When it comes to installing a trailer hitch on your 2022 Ford Escape Hybrid The etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2 inch #e89YR is confirmed to fit your vehicle. This fully welded trailer hitch receiver…

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Answer 12

Torsion axles use internal rubber cords to provide the suspension motion and they really are not practical to repair/rebuild. Certainly any axle that was damaged in an accident should be replaced purely for safety reasons. It is potentially possible…

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