All you need to know about towbars for Ford Tourneo Courier
Ford first introduced the Tourneo Courier into their range in 2018. The Ford Tourneo Courier is available as a or MPV. So you know you are installing the right towbar on your Ford Tourneo Courier, we have looked at towing capacity, electrical kits, bumper cuts and more for each variation of Ford Tourneo Courier below.
Ford Tourneo Courier MPV(With Trailer Prep) Towbars
The Ford Tourneo Courier MPV(With Trailer Prep) was first released in 2018. To determine which variant of Ford Tourneo Courier you have, check your vehicle logbook. This will ensure you purchase the correct towbar.
Ford Tourneo Courier MPV(With Trailer Prep) Nose Weight
MPV(With Trailer Prep) models made
vehicles made after 2018
have a minimum nose weight of 50 kg and a maximum nose weight of 50 kg.
What does nose weight mean?
Nose weight is the force on the towball when a caravan or trailer is attached. Every towbar for every vehicle will have a specific nose weight for that vehicle which can differ between the age of the vehicle and the variation of the model. It is crucial that you don’t exceed the nose weight set on the towbar as this is dangerous and can decrease stability when towing.
Ford Tourneo Courier MPV(With Trailer Prep) Electric Kits
Electrical kits connect the electrics in your MPV(With Trailer Prep) to the electrics on your trailer, bike rack or caravan so your lights are still visible.
Electric kits for Ford Tourneo Courier MPV(With Trailer Prep)
We would always recommend having a dedicated electrics kit installed, where possible. This syncs with modern computer functions of your MPV(With Trailer Prep), like ABS and trailer stability, rather than just basic lighting.
Why is a dedicated kit important? Well, not only does it work with the specific features of your vehicle, but it also protects the warranty of your MPV(With Trailer Prep) and works with any enhanced safety features you may have.
Of course, you can choose between a dedicated kit or a universal kit, and we do offer both, but a universal electrical kit can affect your manufacturer warranty and you might also need to install a bypass relay.
Ford Tourneo Courier MPV(With Trailer Prep) Software Update
We will alert you as to whether your MPV(With Trailer Prep) requires a software update when you choose your towbar electrics kit.
Does my vehicle need a software update?
Sometimes your vehicle may need a software update to accommodate your new dedicated electrical kit. This is so all of the latest computer features in your MPV(With Trailer Prep) can accurately co-ordinate with your towbar electrics.
Software updates can take place at your local Ford dealership when your vehicle is in for service. Or, this can sometimes be updated at your local garage when you arrange towbar fitting through WebFit.
Ford Tourneo Courier MPV(With Trailer Prep) Bumper Cuts
MPV(With Trailer Prep) models made
vehicles made after 2018
will not require a non-visible bumper cut in order to be fitted.
Does my vehicle need a bumper cut?
Some towbar styles might require a bumper cut in order to be fitted to your vehicle. But, this is improving and newer vehicles are less likely to require a bumper cut due to better towbar designs.
Ford Tourneo Courier MPV(With Trailer Prep) Towing Capacity
MPV(With Trailer Prep) models made
vehicles made after 2018
have a towing capacity of 910 kg to 910 kg.
Be sure to check the EXACT towing capacity of your vehicle before towing on your VIN plate.
What is towing capacity?
Towing capacity is the weight that your MPV(With Trailer Prep) is capable of towing safely, but it can vary even across the same model of car. It is important to note that the capacity of the towbar and the towing capacity of the MPV(With Trailer Prep) may differ, so you should always go by the specific towing weight of your vehicle, indicated above.
To find specific details for your Ford Tourneo Courier, select your vehicle below.
