Ford fit towbars

Since reading the wiring issues on Ford (factory) fit towbars does anyone know if they have now resolved the issue of the wiring of pins 9 & 10. I am awaiting delivery of new Kuga with Ford removable tow bar and guess it would be good to know if they now wire it properly .Would also be interested what MTPLs owners tow as it has a huge legal towing capacity which exceeds the Caravan Club recommended 85 o/o rule

Hi Woodman,
I think you will find that most main dealerships of any vehicle make will call on the services of a local towbar fitter to fit and wire your new 'Ford' towbar. Again the 'Ford' towbar is unlikely to be one made by Ford but a unit specific for the kuga made by one of the established towbar manufacturers.
The wiring has to be carried out to current specifications to operate the fridge on 12 volts, only when the engine is running.
Regarding the towing limits, there is as you note a vast difference between what the Kuga is designed to tow and what it is SAFE to tow under normal road condition.
The 2100kg towing ability of the Kuga is not the same as 85% of the fully laden weight. I cannot remember exactly what the figue is without searching for it, but I tow 1495kg which is about 94% and it handles very well. You do not mention what experience of towing you have, but if you are not towing for the first time then you should be well able to cope with a 85-95% weight ratio.

Welcome and happy towing.

Win-doc .....Thanks for your towing info....currently towing with Toyota Verso so limitd to 1300kg. The towbar is factory fit not dealer fit as wanted the extra stabilisation system that comes with factory fit.

Edited by Woodman - 21 Nov 2011 at 5:32pm

Thanks Tuggie thats most reassurring as only looking at 1480kg!

Win DocYes I totally agree, and that's why I mentioned the 4 wheeled trailer, and low Centre of Gravity. I did tow 'vans for many years, and very concious of the differences, but did want to advise the Kuga will tow the weight comfortably. With a 'van I would never exceed the 85% Caravan Club Rule. This would give the Kuga a towing capacity of 1785kg, and Woodman is only towing 1480kg, so should tow a dream if the 'van is loaded correctly.