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Custom designed for each specific towed vehicle, ensuring a perfect fit and superior performance.
Material: Steel
Color: Black
Finish: Powder Coat
Mounting Type: Bolt On
Mounting Hardware Included Yes/No: Yes
This Blue Ox Tow Bar Bracket (BX1015) is meticulously engineered for every specific towed vehicle, ensuring a perfect fit and superior performance. Made from robust steel, it guarantees outstanding durability and reliability. The bracket features a powder-coat finish in black, which not only enhances its looks but also offers exceptional resistance to rust and corrosion. This kit includes all necessary mounting hardware and comes with an easy-to-follow instruction manual for a hassle-free, do-it-yourself installation. The bolt-on mounting type further simplifies the installation process and ensures a secure fit.
Blue Ox is known internationally for recreational and commercial towing products, manufacturing in Pender, Nebraska since 1925. The line covers tow bars and vehicle-specific baseplates for flat towing behind a motorhome, sway control and weight distributing hitches, supplemental braking accessories and towing wiring, backed by patented designs and long-standing customer service.
Blue Ox has manufactured since 1925 and is recognised internationally for towing products and customer service. The company operates from Pender, Nebraska, where it grew out of Automatic Manufacturing Co., a business that started with cattle oilers and developed into agricultural equipment, tractor accessories and trailer towing hardware. That agricultural engineering heritage still shows in how the towing products are built, and the company holds patents across weight distribution, fifth wheel and tow bar designs.
Flat towing is the discipline Blue Ox is best known for. Towing a car with all four wheels on the ground behind a motorhome demands a system that stays rigid under braking, articulates properly over uneven ground, and connects to the towed vehicle at points strong enough to take the load. Blue Ox tow bars handle the first two, with self-aligning arms that latch under tension and release without a struggle when the load is off them. Vehicle-specific baseplates handle the third, engineered per make and model to tie into structural mounting points behind the fascia.
The wider flat towing range covers supplemental braking systems, safety cables and the accessories that make a complete legal setup, along with baseplate wiring and dinghy towing harnesses that pass lighting signals to the towed vehicle without back-feeding its electrical system.
For conventional trailer towing, Blue Ox weight distributing hitches with integrated sway control transfer tongue load onto the tow vehicle's front axle and resist the yaw that crosswinds and passing trucks induce.
The company describes its foundation as customer service, designing around what owners actually ask for, and it runs an RV park adjacent to the factory where customers can stay. Sister operations at the same Nebraska site include Automatic grain roller mills and MAD-RAMPS pivoting ramp systems.
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| Year | Make & Model | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 - 2006 | Acura MDX | Comes with Removable Attachment Tabs Install Rating 3 Bumper Fascia And Headlights Must Be Removed/Replaced During Install Minor Drilling Required Only Use Acclaim w/23in./Greater Spaced Tab Removable Tab Baseplates Only Use Adventurer w/16: 36 in. Spaced Removable Tab Baseplates Only Use Ambassador w/24 in. Spaced Removable Tabs PN BX88152 Adapter Can Not Be Used w/This Baseplate Removable Tabs w/Only 1 Hole Will Not Attach To Car Mount Tow Bars Removable Tabs w/Only 1 Hole Will Not Attach To Other Adapters Use only w/Motorhome Mount Tow Bars Or PN BX8833/BX88151 Adapters Verify Headlight Projection Correct After Reinstalling |
Yes, the BlueOx Tow Bar Base Plate, Front Mount, RV Flat Towing for Select, ACURA MDX (Part #FDRWBX1015) is designed to fit the 2004-2006 Acura MDX.
The BlueOx Tow Bar Base Plate, Front Mount, RV Flat Towing for Select, ACURA MDX (Part #FDRWBX1015) fits the following vehicles: 2004-2006 Acura MDX. Always verify your specific year, make, and model before ordering.
The BlueOx Tow Bar Base Plate, Front Mount, RV Flat Towing for Select, ACURA MDX (Part #FDRWBX1015) fits 2004-2006 Acura MDX models. The 2006 model year is the last year covered by this part number. For newer models, check for an updated version.
The BlueOx Tow Bar Base Plate, Front Mount, RV Flat Towing for Select, ACURA MDX (Part #FDRWBX1015) Refer to the included instructions for installation details. Basic hand tools are typically all you need.
Yes, the BX1015 is designed specifically for 2004-06 Acura MDX vehicles. The attachment tabs are 26 1/4" in height and 25" in width.
No. Due to the design of the removable tabs on the BX1015, the RangeFinder II and Ambassador tow bars cannot be used with this baseplate.
Only adapters BX8833 and BX88151 are compatible with the BX1015. All other adapters cannot be used with this baseplate.
Blue Ox towing products are intended to be installed by Blue Ox Dealers who are familiar with the products and have the equipment and knowledge necessary for fit work. Blue Ox Dealers can be found at www.blueox.us or by contacting Customer Care at (402) 385-3051 or toll free (888) 425-5382.
The front fascia, headlights, horn bracket, and air baffle must be removed for baseplate installation. The metal bumper must also be removed and modified. The temperature sensor, coax cable connectors, and coolant hose clips must be disconnected and repositioned.
Yes. Drilling is required. Using the baseplate as a template, you must drill six holes into the frame rail: three on the top of the baseplate, one on the side resting against the radiator support, and two on the lower portion resting against the side of the frame rail. A 13/32" drill bit is required. This must be done on both sides of the vehicle.
Yes. Trimming of the air dam and the grille is required. Additionally, the metal bumper bracket must be modified: the rib on top of the bracket must be flattened with a hammer, and a horizontal cut must be made on the top of the bracket using a reciprocating saw, removing 3/8" from the end of the bracket. The cut travels the length of the top of the bracket and down over the bracket lip about 1/4".
Required tools are: 12MM socket, 14MM socket, 13MM socket, 9/16" socket, 13/32" drill bit, utility knife, Phillips screwdriver, reciprocating saw, vise grip, and LOCTITE Red.
The kit includes: 12 x 3/8-16 x 1 1/2" hex bolts (Grade 5), 12 x 3/8" lock washers, 4 x 3/8" flat washers, 4 x 3/8-16 hex nuts, 4 x 8MM-1.25 x 30MM hex bolts (Grade 8.8), 4 x 5/16" lock washers, 4 x 5/16" flat washers, 2 x #12-14 x 1" self-drilling screws, 2 x #10-32 x 1/2" slot round-head screws, 2 x #10 lock washers, 2 x #10-32 hex nuts, 4 x 3/8-16 nut plates with 14" wire, 4 x 3/8-16 nut plates (1/4" x 1" x 1") with 14" wire, 2 x backing plates, 2 x 4-way round electrical connectors, 2 x 6-way round electrical connectors, 2 x 36" baseplate safety cables (Class III), 2 x 3/8" quicklinks, and 2 x black cap plugs.
Yes. Replacement parts may be ordered through your nearest Blue Ox Dealer or Distributor, or by calling the 24/7 Customer Care Team at (402) 385-3051. Always use replacement bolts of the same grade as the originals (in most cases Grade 5). Do not substitute homemade or non-typical parts.
The manual provides general bolt torque specifications: for Grade 5 bolts, 3/8" = 33 ft-lbs, 1/2" = 78 ft-lbs; for Grade 8 bolts, 3/8" = 47 ft-lbs, 1/2" = 119 ft-lbs. For metric Grade 8.8 bolts, 8MM = 16 ft-lbs, 10MM = 31 ft-lbs. However, specific final torque values for this BX1015 installation are referenced as being in the Baseplate Towing General Instructions (Page 3), which is not provided in this document.
The attachment tab height is 26 1/4" and the attachment tab width is 25".
The kit includes 2 x 4-way round electrical connectors (adapters, part #101-5822) and 2 x 6-way round electrical connectors. These are used to connect the baseplate electrical system.
Yes. The BX8869 Bulb and Socket Wiring Kit is recommended for this vehicle. The manual shows a possible location for installation on page 10.
Permanent baseplate safety cables are strongly recommended when towing a vehicle with a tow bar. Two 36" Class III baseplate safety cables are included in the kit (part #226-0046). The cables must be connected from the baseplate to the frame rail or cross member of the vehicle's frame. They must not be mounted against wires, hoses, or brake lines. These cables should remain installed as long as the baseplate is installed and are to be used in conjunction with, not as a replacement for, legally required safety cables attaching the towed vehicle to the towing vehicle.
Before each towing trip, inspect all towing equipment for cracked welds, missing or worn parts, and loose bolts. Ensure all bolts are tightened to the recommended specifications using LOCTITE Red.
Yes. Remove the attachment tabs when not in use, if applicable.
Be sure that all electrical connections are plugged in properly and functioning before installing the fascia.
Yes. It is crucial to register your product online at www.blueox.com so that you may be alerted of product offerings, updates, upgrades, maintenance and safety bulletins, and/or recalls.
Yes. Confirm the towability and pre-towing procedures for your vehicle with the owner's manual or contact the vehicle's manufacturer for specific towing procedures.
Yes, the BX1015 is designed specifically for 2004-06 Acura MDX vehicles.
No, these tow bars are not compatible with the BX1015 due to the removable tab design.
Yes. Six holes must be drilled into the frame rail using a 13/32" drill bit, three on top and three on the sides/bottom of the baseplate.
Yes. The air dam and grille must be trimmed, and the metal bumper bracket must be flattened and cut using a reciprocating saw, removing 3/8" from the end.
Required tools: 12MM, 14MM, 13MM, and 9/16" sockets, 13/32" drill bit, utility knife, Phillips screwdriver, reciprocating saw, vise grip, and LOCTITE Red.
Yes. LOCTITE Red must be applied to all bolts before tightening.
Yes. Two 36" Class III baseplate safety cables are included and strongly recommended for use. They must be connected from the baseplate to the frame rail or cross member.
Yes. Blue Ox recommends installation by Blue Ox Dealers who have the equipment and knowledge for fit work. Find a dealer at www.blueox.us or call (402) 385-3051.
The dimensional variations between otherwise identical vehicles can be considerable. While the baseplate was designed for easy installation, it may be necessary to tailor the baseplate slightly to compensate for auto manufacturer's tolerances. These minor adjustments may include filing a hole slightly, bending electrical rods, and/or bending end plates.
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