Blue Ox Base Plates

Installation Instructions for Blue Ox BX1005

The Blue Ox BX1005 fits the following vehicles:

• 1997-1999 Acura CL

Important Product Notes for Blue Ox BX1005

• A T in the model notes, indicates vehicles that to the knowledge of Blue Ox may be towed without the addition of a drive shaft disconnect or lube pump. Honda's have a special procedure for towing. In all instances check your owners manual before towing.
• Bumper fascia must be removed and replaced during installation.
• Requires some trimming of the air dam.
• Specific dinghy towing restrictions apply. They may include specific towing speeds and distances, and/or lubricating the transmission and transfer case with the engine idling, then running selector through the gears. Other restrictions may also apply.
• The BX88152 adapter can not be used with this baseplate.

Installation Instructions for Blue Ox BX1007

The Blue Ox BX1007 fits the following vehicles:

• 2001-2003 Acura CL 2.2

Important Product Notes for Blue Ox BX1007

• A T in the model notes, indicates vehicles that to the knowledge of Blue Ox may be towed without the addition of a drive shaft disconnect or lube pump. Honda's have a special procedure for towing. In all instances check your owners manual before towing.
• Bumper fascia must be removed and replaced during installation.
• Requires some drilling (not major).
• Specific dinghy towing restrictions apply. They may include specific towing speeds and distances, and/or lubricating the transmission and transfer case with the engine idling, then running selector through the gears. Other restrictions may also apply.
• The BX88152 adapter can not be used with this baseplate.

Installation Instructions for Blue Ox BX1009

The Blue Ox BX1009 fits the following vehicles:

• 1996-2001 Acura Integra

Important Product Notes for Blue Ox BX1009

• A T in the model notes, indicates vehicles that to the knowledge of Blue Ox may be towed without the addition of a drive shaft disconnect or lube pump. Honda's have a special procedure for towing. In all instances check your owners manual before towing.
• Requires some trimming of bumper (fascia, plastic, and/or grill).
• Requires some drilling (not major).
• Baseplate has non-24" spaced attachment tabs. requires either a motorhome mounted tow bar or an adapter to utilize a car mounted tow bar. The BX88153 adapter can noit be used on non 24" baseplates. tow bars are not to be used with vehicles over 5000lb
• Specific dinghy towing restrictions apply. They may include specific towing speeds and distances, and/or lubricating the transmission and transfer case with the engine idling, then running selector through the gears. Other restrictions may also apply.
• The BX88152 adapter can not be used with this baseplate.

Installation Instructions for Blue Ox BX1011

The Blue Ox BX1011 fits the following vehicles:

• 2002 Acura RSX

Important Product Notes for Blue Ox BX1011

• A T in the model notes, indicates vehicles that to the knowledge of Blue Ox may be towed without the addition of a drive shaft disconnect or lube pump. Honda's have a special procedure for towing. In all instances check your owners manual before towing.
• Bumper fascia must be removed and replaced during installation.
• Requires some drilling (not major).
• Headlights must be removed and replaced during installation.
• Specific dinghy towing restrictions apply. They may include specific towing speeds and distances, and/or lubricating the transmission and transfer case with the engine idling, then running selector through the gears. Other restrictions may also apply.
• The BX88152 adapter can not be used with this baseplate.

Installation Instructions for Blue Ox BX1014

The Blue Ox BX1014 fits the following vehicles:

• 2004-2006 Acura TL Series

Important Product Notes for Blue Ox BX1014

• Bumper fascia must be removed and replaced during installation.
• Requires some trimming of bumper (fascia, plastic, and/or grill).
• Requires some drilling (not major).
• Use only with motorhome mount tow bars or the BX8833 or BX88151 adapters. Removable tabs with only one hole will not attach to car mount tow bars or other adpaters. the Acclaim may only be used with removable tab baseplates that have 23" or greater.
• The BX88152 adapter can not be used with this baseplate.

Installation Instructions for Blue Ox BX1016

The Blue Ox BX1016 fits the following vehicles:

• 2009 Acura TL Series

Important Product Notes for Blue Ox BX1016

• Bumper fascia must be removed and replaced during installation.
• Requires some trimming of bumper (fascia, plastic, and/or grill).
• Requires some drilling (not major).
• Baseplate has non-24" spaced attachment tabs. requires either a motorhome mounted tow bar or an adapter to utilize a car mounted tow bar. The BX88153 adapter can noit be used on non 24" baseplates. tow bars are not to be used with vehicles over 5000lb
• Use only with motorhome mount tow bars or the BX8833 or BX88151 adapters. Removable tabs with only one hole will not attach to car mount tow bars or other adpaters. the Acclaim may only be used with removable tab baseplates that have 23" or greater.
• The BX88152 adapter can not be used with this baseplate.

Installation Instructions for Blue Ox BX1113

The Blue Ox BX1113 fits the following vehicles:

• 1993-1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Important Product Notes for Blue Ox BX1113

• Requires some drilling (not major).
• Use only with motorhome mount tow bars or the BX8833 or BX88151 adapters. Removable tabs with only one hole will not attach to car mount tow bars or other adpaters. the Acclaim may only be used with removable tab baseplates that have 23" or greater.
• Due to a tall light bulb out indicator in the wiring system, Jeep Grand Cherokees' must be wired with a BX8869 wiring kit. The BX8811 wiring kit can not be used.
• The BX88152 adapter can not be used with this baseplate.

Installation Instructions for Blue Ox BX1117

The Blue Ox BX1117 fits the following vehicles:

• 1996-1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Important Product Notes for Blue Ox BX1117

• A T in the model notes, indicates vehicles that to the knowledge of Blue Ox may be towed without the addition of a drive shaft disconnect or lube pump. Honda's have a special procedure for towing. In all instances check your owners manual before towing.
• Requires some drilling (not major).
• Use only with motorhome mount tow bars or the BX8833 or BX88151 adapters. Removable tabs with only one hole will not attach to car mount tow bars or other adpaters. the Acclaim may only be used with removable tab baseplates that have 23" or greater.
• Due to a tall light bulb out indicator in the wiring system, Jeep Grand Cherokees' must be wired with a BX8869 wiring kit. The BX8811 wiring kit can not be used.

Installation Instructions for Blue Ox BX1119

The Blue Ox BX1119 fits the following vehicles:

• 2002-2004 Jeep Liberty

Important Product Notes for Blue Ox BX1119

• A T in the model notes, indicates vehicles that to the knowledge of Blue Ox may be towed without the addition of a drive shaft disconnect or lube pump. Honda's have a special procedure for towing. In all instances check your owners manual before towing.
• Bumper fascia must be removed and replaced during installation.
• Requires some drilling (not major).
• Use only with motorhome mount tow bars or the BX8833 or BX88151 adapters. Removable tabs with only one hole will not attach to car mount tow bars or other adpaters. the Acclaim may only be used with removable tab baseplates that have 23" or greater.

Installation Instructions for Blue Ox BX1121

The Blue Ox BX1121 fits the following vehicles:

• 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Important Product Notes for Blue Ox BX1121

• Bumper fascia must be removed and replaced during installation.
• Tow hooks must be removed and remain off the vehicle after installation.
• Use only with motorhome mount tow bars or the BX8833 or BX88151 adapters. Removable tabs with only one hole will not attach to car mount tow bars or other adpaters. the Acclaim may only be used with removable tab baseplates that have 23" or greater.
• Due to a tall light bulb out indicator in the wiring system, Jeep Grand Cherokees' must be wired with a BX8869 wiring kit. The BX8811 wiring kit can not be used.

Installation Instructions for Blue Ox BX1123

The Blue Ox BX1123 fits the following vehicles:

• 2005-2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Important Product Notes for Blue Ox BX1123

• Bumper fascia must be removed and replaced during installation.
• Requires some drilling (not major).
• Tow hooks must be removed and remain off the vehicle after installation.
• Use only with motorhome mount tow bars or the BX8833 or BX88151 adapters. Removable tabs with only one hole will not attach to car mount tow bars or other adpaters. the Acclaim may only be used with removable tab baseplates that have 23" or greater.
• Due to a tall light bulb out indicator in the wiring system, Jeep Grand Cherokees' must be wired with a BX8869 wiring kit. The BX8811 wiring kit can not be used.
• The BX88152 adapter can not be used with this baseplate.

Installation Instructions for Blue Ox BX1125

The Blue Ox BX1125 fits the following vehicles:

• 2006-2010 Jeep Commander

Important Product Notes for Blue Ox BX1125

• Bumper fascia must be removed and replaced during installation.
• Requires some drilling (not major).
• Tow hooks must be removed and remain off the vehicle after installation.
• Be sure to confirm the weight of your individual vehicle before towing. Some models, depending on options and load, may exceed the weight rating of specific towbars. Always ensure both your towbar and hitch are adequately rated for the overall weight.

Installation Instructions for Blue Ox BX1127

The Blue Ox BX1127 fits the following vehicles:

• 2008-2010 Jeep Patriot

Important Product Notes for Blue Ox BX1127

• Bumper fascia must be removed and replaced during installation.
• Requires some drilling (not major).
• Requires some trimming of the air dam.
• Be sure to confirm the weight of your individual vehicle before towing. Some models, depending on options and load, may exceed the weight rating of specific towbars. Always ensure both your towbar and hitch are adequately rated for the overall weight.
• The BX88152 adapter can not be used with this baseplate.

Installation Instructions for Blue Ox BX1129

The Blue Ox BX1129 fits the following vehicles:

• 2010 Jeep Compass

Important Product Notes for Blue Ox BX1129

• Bumper fascia must be removed and replaced during installation.
• Requires some drilling (not major).
• Baseplate has non-24" spaced attachment tabs. requires either a motorhome mounted tow bar or an adapter to utilize a car mounted tow bar. The BX88153 adapter can noit be used on non 24" baseplates. tow bars are not to be used with vehicles over 5000lb
• Use only with motorhome mount tow bars or the BX8833 or BX88151 adapters. Removable tabs with only one hole will not attach to car mount tow bars or other adpaters. the Acclaim may only be used with removable tab baseplates that have 23" or greater.
• The BX88152 adapter can not be used with this baseplate.

Installation Instructions for Blue Ox BX1131

The Blue Ox BX1131 fits the following vehicles:

• 2012 Jeep Liberty

Important Product Notes for Blue Ox BX1131

• Bumper fascia must be removed and replaced during installation.
• Requires some drilling (not major).
• Use only with motorhome mount tow bars or the BX8833 or BX88151 adapters. Removable tabs with only one hole will not attach to car mount tow bars or other adpaters. the Acclaim may only be used with removable tab baseplates that have 23" or greater.
• The BX88152 adapter can not be used with this baseplate.

Installation Instructions for Blue Ox BX1300

The Blue Ox BX1300 fits the following vehicles:

• 2000-2001 BMW 3 Series

Important Product Notes for Blue Ox BX1300

• Bumper fascia must be removed and replaced during installation.
• Requires some drilling (not major).
• Use only with motorhome mount tow bars or the BX8833 or BX88151 adapters. Removable tabs with only one hole will not attach to car mount tow bars or other adpaters. the Acclaim may only be used with removable tab baseplates that have 23" or greater.
• Due to the design of the baseplate, the Adventurer towbar can not be used with the baseplate.
• The BX88152 adapter can not be used with this baseplate.

Installation Instructions for Blue Ox BX1302

The Blue Ox BX1302 fits the following vehicles:

• 2001 BMW 3 Series

Important Product Notes for Blue Ox BX1302

• Bumper fascia must be removed and replaced during installation.
• Requires some trimming of bumper (fascia, plastic, and/or grill).
• Requires some drilling (not major).
• Headlights must be removed and replaced during installation.
• Use only with motorhome mount tow bars or the BX8833 or BX88151 adapters. Removable tabs with only one hole will not attach to car mount tow bars or other adpaters. the Acclaim may only be used with removable tab baseplates that have 23" or greater.