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Custom-designed: The Blue Ox BX2674 Tow Bar Bracket is specially designed for each specific towed vehicle, ensuring a seamless fit and optimal performance.
Material: Steel
Color: Black
Finish: Powder Coat
Mounting Type: Bolt On
Mounting Hardware Included Yes/No: Yes
Upgrade your towing experience with the Blue Ox BX2674 Tow Bar Bracket. Custom-designed for each specific towed vehicle, this high-quality tow bar bracket ensures a perfect fit and effortless towing. It's made from robust steel and finished with a durable black powder coat, promising longevity and resistance to rust and corrosion. The mounting hardware is included, along with comprehensive instructions, making installation a breeze. This bolt-on tow bar bracket is an excellent investment to enhance your vehicle's towing capabilities.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 - 2020 | Lincoln MKZ | Also Hybrid Vehicles With Adaptive Cruise Control & Shutters Comes with Removable Attachment Tabs Install Rating 3 Bumper Fascia Must Be Removed/Replaced During Install Requires Some Trimming of Bumper Fascia/Plastic/And/Or Grill Minor Drilling Required Headlights Must be Removed and Replaced During Installation Baseplate Has Non 24 in. Spaced Attachment Tabs Requires Motorhome Mounted Tow Bar/Adapter To Utilize Car Mounted Tow Bar Tow Bar Adapters Not To Be Used On Vehicles Over 5000 lbs |
Yes, the BX2674 is designed for 2017-2020 Lincoln MKZ including Hybrid, ACC (Adaptive Cruise Control), and Shutter models. However, if the front of your vehicle looks different than shown in the manual, contact Blue Ox at (402) 385-3051 before proceeding with installation.
The attachment tab height is 13 inches and the attachment tab width is 35-1/4 inches.
Required tools include: flat screwdriver, Phillips screwdriver, utility knife, reciprocating saw, torque wrench, drill, 3/8" drill bit, 1/2" drill bit, 1-1/4" hole saw, 7MM socket, 8MM socket, 10MM socket, 7/16" socket, 7/16" wrench, 9/16" socket, 3/4" socket, 3/4" wrench, T25 Torx, T30 Torx, 5/16" nut driver, and Loctite Red.
The BX8848 Tail Light Wiring Kit is recommended for this vehicle, but the manual does not state whether it is required. Contact Blue Ox at (402) 385-3051 for clarification on whether your specific installation requires it.
Yes. The fascia, fascia cover, and headlights must be removed and reinstalled during baseplate installation. Wheel well covers must also be removed to access mounting points. All removed items are reinstalled after the baseplate is installed unless otherwise noted in the instructions.
Yes, drilling is required. You must drill access holes in the side of the frame using a 1-1/4" hole saw, drill holes in the lower support face, ream out rear existing holes with a 3/8" drill bit, drill lower plate holes through the support with a 3/8" drill bit, and drill out the top two holes with a 1/2" drill bit. These modifications are permanent.
Yes, significant trimming and cutting is required. You must use a reciprocating saw to remove indicated areas on both sides of the vehicle flush with the bumper, trim the shutter housing 2 inches up from the bottom, trim and remove the bottom shutter on both sides, trim the air baffle on the driver side, trim the plastic piece on the back of the fascia, and trim the fascia around the convenience links and attachment tabs. These modifications are permanent.
Yes. Use a good quality paint to spray cut edges of the frame to prevent rusting. This is important for long-term durability and to prevent corrosion.
Torque specifications in foot-pounds are: 1/4" Grade 5 = 10 ft-lbs, Grade 8 = 14 ft-lbs; 5/16" Grade 5 = 19 ft-lbs, Grade 8 = 29 ft-lbs; 3/8" Grade 5 = 33 ft-lbs, Grade 8 = 47 ft-lbs; 7/16" Grade 5 = 54 ft-lbs, Grade 8 = 78 ft-lbs; 1/2" Grade 5 = 78 ft-lbs, Grade 8 = 119 ft-lbs; 5/8" Grade 5 = 154 ft-lbs, Grade 8 = 230 ft-lbs; 3/4" Grade 5 = 257 ft-lbs, Grade 8 = 380 ft-lbs.
Torque specifications in foot-pounds are: 6MM Grade 8.8 = 6 ft-lbs, Grade 10.9 = 8 ft-lbs; 8MM Grade 8.8 = 16 ft-lbs, Grade 10.9 = 22 ft-lbs; 10MM Grade 8.8 = 31 ft-lbs, Grade 10.9 = 40 ft-lbs; 12MM Grade 8.8 = 54 ft-lbs, Grade 10.9 = 70 ft-lbs; 14MM Grade 8.8 = 89 ft-lbs, Grade 10.9 = 117 ft-lbs; 16MM Grade 8.8 = 161 ft-lbs, Grade 10.9 = 230 ft-lbs; 18MM Grade 8.8 = 222 ft-lbs, Grade 10.9 = 318 ft-lbs.
On the driver side of the vehicle, unplug the electrical cable for the ACC sensor and remove the pin holding the electrical cable to the frame. Reroute the cable behind the frame bracket, then reattach the pin and plug the cable back into the ACC sensor. This prevents interference with the baseplate installation.
The baseplate is computer tested to your vehicle's GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). Exceeding this weight will void the manufacturer's warranty. Refer to your vehicle owner's manual for manufacturer's towing specifications.
Yes. The BX2674 includes Class IV Safety Cables (part 226-0049) and 1/2" Quicklinks (part 229-0512). These permanent baseplate safety cables must be attached from the baseplate to the frame rail or cross member of the vehicle's frame. The cables must not rub against any hoses or moving parts. Safety cables are to be used in conjunction with, and NOT as a replacement for, legally required safety cables attaching the towed vehicle to the towing vehicle.
The permanent baseplate safety cables must be connected from the baseplate to the frame rail or cross member of the vehicle's frame. The manual shows two recommended options: Option 1 uses a convenience link tab on the baseplate; Option 2 uses a quicklink. If additional options interfere with suggested mounting, secure the cables to a solid piece of the frame as described in the General Information sheet. Do not mount cables against wires, hoses, or brake lines.
Before reinstalling the fascia, ensure that ALL electrical connections are plugged in and accessories are functioning properly. This includes verifying that the ACC sensor is properly reconnected and any other electrical components are working correctly.
If the baseplate is in an accident, it must be replaced. Do NOT use it again. An accident can cause unseen damage and using it again could result in more damage or serious injury. Do NOT use the baseplate if it is damaged or missing parts.
It is the owner's responsibility to inspect all towing equipment for cracked welds, missing or worn parts, and loose bolts before each towing trip. Be sure to use Loctite Red on all bolts and tighten to the recommended specifications. Remove the attachment tabs when not in use. Register your product online at www.blueox.com to be alerted of product offerings, updates, upgrades, maintenance and safety bulletins, and recalls.
The kit includes: 8 x 3/8" Nut Plates with 14" Wire (61-5208), 2 x Support Plates (61-7681), 1 x DS Baseplate (61-7929), 1 x PS Baseplate (61-7930), 1 x Center Baseplate (61-7931), 2 x Attachment Tab Assemblies (62-3468), 2 x 3/8" x 1-1/4" x 4" blocks with 1/2" Tapped Hole (102-7749), 1 x 1/4"-20 x 3/4" Hex Head Bolt Grade 5 (201-0050), 4 x 1/2"-13 x 1-3/4" Hex Head Bolts Grade 5 (201-0068), 2 x #10-32 1/2" Round Slotted Head Screws (201-0192), 12 x 3/8"-16 x 1-1/2" Hex Head Bolts Grade 5 (201-0440), 2 x 1/2"-13 x 3-1/4" Hex Head Bolts Grade 5 (201-0799), 2 x #12-14 x 1" Self Drilling Screws (201-0979), 2 x #10-32 Hex Nuts (202-0047), 4 x 1/2"-13 Hex Nylon Insert Lock Nuts (202-0094), 1 x 1/4"-20 Hex Nylon Nut (202-0102), 2 x 3/8" Flat Washers (203-0003), 12 x 3/8" Lock Washers (203-0010), 6 x 1/2" Lock Washers (203-0012), 2 x #10 Lock Washers (203-0054), 1 x Electrical Bracket (299-0685), 2 x Class IV Safety Cables (226-0049), 2 x 1/2" Quicklinks (229-0512), and 2 x Black Cap Plug Receivers (290-0437).
Yes. Be sure to use a sufficient amount of Loctite Red on all bolt threads before tightening. Tighten all bolts according to the torque chart provided unless specified otherwise in the instructions.
No. Use only genuine factory replacement parts on your baseplate. Do NOT substitute homemade or non-typical parts. If a bolt is lost or needs replacement, use a replacement bolt of the same grade (in most cases Grade 5). Failing to follow this requirement will void the manufacturer's warranty. Replacement parts may be ordered through your nearest Blue Ox Dealer or Distributor.
Yes. 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 to do fit work. Blue Ox Dealers can be found at www.blueox.com or by contacting the Technical Service Department at (402) 385-3051.
Yes, the BX2674 is designed for 2017-2020 Lincoln MKZ including Hybrid, ACC, and Shutter models. Contact Blue Ox at (402) 385-3051 if your vehicle's front looks different.
Yes. Drilling with 1-1/4", 3/8", and 1/2" bits is required. Cutting with a reciprocating saw and trimming of fascia, shutters, and air baffle are also required. These are permanent modifications.
Required tools include: reciprocating saw, drill with 3/8", 1/2", and 1-1/4" bits, torque wrench, multiple sockets (7MM, 8MM, 10MM, 7/16", 9/16", 3/4"), Torx drivers (T25, T30), screwdrivers, utility knife, and Loctite Red.
The baseplate is computer tested to your vehicle's GVWR. Exceeding this weight voids the warranty. Refer to your vehicle owner's manual for manufacturer's towing specifications.
Yes. Class IV Safety Cables and 1/2" Quicklinks are included. They must be attached from the baseplate to the vehicle's frame rail or cross member and must not rub against hoses or moving parts.
3/8" Grade 5 bolts should be torqued to 33 foot-pounds. Use Loctite Red on all bolt threads before tightening.
1/2" Grade 5 bolts should be torqued to 78 foot-pounds. Use Loctite Red on all bolt threads before tightening.
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