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BX2258
2012-14 Honda CR-V
Installation Instructions
Attachment Tab Height: 15-1/2”
Attachment Tab Width: 24”
Serial Number
Please read BOTH these Installation Instructions and the General Information sheet prior to
installing or operating this equipment.
1. Blue Ox® towing products and accessories are
intended to be installed by Blue Ox
who are familiar with our products and have the
equipment and knowledge necessary to do “t
work”. If needed, Blue Ox® Dealers can be found
at www.blueox.com or by contacting our Technical
Service Department at (402) 385-3051.
2. Many Blue Ox
use existing holes and hardware to mount the
baseplate to the towed vehicle. Even though bolts
are there, do not assume they are adequate for
baseplate mounting. Always use the hardware
supplied in the hardware kit and existing hardware
as specied in the installation instructions.
®
baseplates are designed to
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Dealers
Bolt Torque Specications
Torque in Foot-Pounds for Inch Bolts
Bolt Size Grade 5 Grade 8
1/4” 10 14
5/16” 19 29
3/8” 33 47
7/16” 54 78
1/2” 78 119
5/8” 154 230
3/4” 257 380
Bolt Torque Specications
Torque in Foot-Pounds for Metric Bolts
Bolt Size Grade 8.8 Grade 10.9
6MM 6 8
8MM 16 22
10MM 31 40
12MM 54 70
14MM 89 117
16MM 161 230
18MM 222 318
If the front of your vehicle looks different than
!
WARNING
this, please contact us at (402)385-3051.
Failure to read and follow these instructions
Reference your vehicle owner’s
manual for manufacturer’s towing
could result in separation of the towed vehicle
from the tow bar, causing property damage,
loss of towed vehicle, personal injury or death.
specications.
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Instruction Notes: The fascia, coolant line and temperature sensor are removed and reinstalled for
the baseplate installation. The bumper is removed and not reinstalled. Some drilling and trimming is
required.
Place all components that are removed on a at, sturdy surface. All items will be reinstalled unless
otherwise noted after the baseplate is installed.
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 vehicle manufacturer’s tolerances.
The BX8869 Tail Light Wiring Kit is recommended for this vehicle.
Drill a hole according to the tail
light wiring kit instructions.
NOTICE
• Handling of some cosmetic parts when installing this product may require the use of protective
covers, rags, specialty tools, etc. to prevent damage.
• When using power drills be aware of the dangers of torque and drill bit length.
• When using a reciprocating saw be aware of objects behind the cutting surface.
• Use a good quality paint to spray cut edges of frame to prevent rusting.
• Be sure that ALL electrical connections are plugged in and accessories are functioning properly
before reinstalling the fascia.
• The baseplate is computer tested to your vehicle’s GVWR, exceeding this weight will void the
manufacturer’s warranty.
• Be sure to use a sufcient amount of Loctite® Red on all bolt threads before tightening. Tighten all
bolts according to the torque chart provided.
• Dealer or installer be certain the user receives these instruction sheets.
• 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.
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Tools Required
BX2258
2012-14 Honda CR-V
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Large Vise Grip
Flat Screwdriver
Utility Knife
Phillips Screwdriver
Torque Wrench
Drill
Tape Measure
Loctite
10MM Socket
12MM Socket
13MM Socket
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RED
3/4” Socket
11
5
12
4
16
2
3
13
17
14
10
9
15
6
7
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Item No. Part No. Description Qty.
1.................................61-4604 ........................ 1/2”-13 Nut Plate with 10” Wire ............................................ 4
2.................................61-7002 ........................ BX2258 Baseplate ...............................................................1
3.................................62-3468 ........................ Attachment Tab Assembly with Hole ....................................2
4.................................102-7195 ...................... Breakaway Bracket .............................................................. 1
5.................................201-0050 ...................... 1/4”-20 x 3/4” Hex Head Bolt, Grade 5, ZP .......................... 2
6.................................201-0051 ...................... 1/2”-13 x 1-1/2” Hex Head Bolt, Grade 5, ZP .......................4
7.................................201-0192 ...................... #10-32 1/2” Round Slotted Head Screw ..............................2
8.................................201-0446 ...................... 8MM-1.25 x 30MM Hex Bolt, Grade 8.8, ZP ........................ 6
9.................................201-0979 ...................... #12-14 x 1” Self Drilling Screw, ZP ......................................2
10...............................202-0047 ...................... #10-32 Hex Nut .................................................................... 2
11 ............................... 202-0102 ...................... 1/4”-20 Hex Nylon Nut, ZP ................................................... 2
12...............................203-0002 ...................... 5/16” Flat Washer, ZP .......................................................... 6
13...............................203-0005 ...................... 1/2” Flat Washer, ZP ............................................................ 4
14...............................203-0012 ...................... 1/2” Lock Washer, ZP...........................................................4
15...............................203-0054 ...................... #10 Lock Washer .................................................................2
16...............................203-0102 ...................... 8MM Lock Washer, ZP .........................................................6
17...............................299-0685 ...................... 4-Way Bracket .....................................................................1
18 (not shown) ........... 226-0046 ...................... 36” Class III Baseplate Safety Cable ................................... 2
19 (not shown) ........... 229-0359 ...................... 3/8” Quicklink , ZP ................................................................2
20 (not shown) ........... 290-0159 ...................... 13” Nylon Cable Tie .............................................................1
21 (not shown) ........... 290-0437 ...................... Black Cap Plug Receiver .....................................................2
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Important:
Use only genuine factory replacement parts on your baseplate. Do NOT substitute homemade or non-typical parts. If a bolt is lost or in need of
replacement, for your safety and the preservation of your baseplate, be sure to use a replacement bolt of the same grade (In most cases it will be Grade
5, please reference the parts list above). Replacement parts may be ordered through your nearest Blue Ox® Dealer or Distributor. Failing to follow and/
or altering these installation instructions in either installation or required equipment will void the manufacturer’s warranty. Towing behind a non-motorized
vehicle will void the warranty.
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BX2258
2012-14 Honda CR-V
Installation Instructions
1. Remove the four (4) push pins from the
top edge of the fascia.
2. Using a Phillips screwdriver remove the
screw at the bottom of the wheel well
(white). Then remove the two (2) push
pins located above the screw (gray). Do
this on both sides of the vehicle.
3. Behind the wheel well liner, remove the push
pin that is located along the lower outside
edge. Do this on both sides of the vehicle.
4. Remove the one (1) screw (white) and
one (1) push pin (gray) that are on the
under side of the fascia, right ahead of
the front tire. Do this on both sides of the
vehicle
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5. Remove the four (4) push pins that are
located under the fascia.
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6. Carefully pry the wheel well trim back.
With a Phillips screwdriver remove the
one (1) screw that is located towards the
top portion of the wheel well. Do this on
both sides of the vehicle.
7. Pull the corners of the fascia out away
from the vehicle.
8. Looking from underneath the vehicle and toward the bumper, visually locate the four (4) yellow
clips, two (2) on either side of the vehicle. From the front of the vehicle reach up into the openings
and unhook these four (4) clips by releasing the top, bottom and sides of each clip, while
maintaining slight outward pressure on top of the fascia.
After the clips are released, reach up thru the grill opening and pull out the grill slightly to release
the clips behind. To do this, push down on the clip while pulling out on the fascia. Repeat on the
other side of the vehicle. Disconnect all electrical connections and remove the fascia from the
vehicle.
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9. Using a 12MM socket, remove the four (4) bolts on the bumper core. There is one (1) on the
top, one (1) on each side and one (1) on the bottom. Do this on both the sides of the vehicle.
P.S.
10. On the passenger side, remove the screw on the bottom, outer edge of the bumper core. On
the driver side, the temperature sensor will need to be temporarily removed by releasing the
push pins. It will be relocated once the baseplate installation is complete.
D.S.
11. Using a at screwdriver, remove the
screw located on the top, outer edge of
the bumper. Do this on both sides of the
vehicle. The bumper will not be reinstalled.
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P.S.
12. On the passenger side, cut straight down to remove the bottom portion. On the driver side,
notch up 2-1/2” and straight out.
P.S. D.S.
13. Additional cutting is required on the rubber mounts located next to the radiator. Mark each
per image above and notch accordingly.
D.S.
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14. Remove the nut on the inside of the frame to
allow baseplate clearance. Do this on both
sides of the vehicle.
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15. On the passenger side, snap the coolant
line out of the bracket and carefully move
over and out of the way.
17. Align the baseplate holes with the existing
bumper holes. Insert the three (3) 8MM-
1.25 x 30MM bolts, 8MM lock washers
and 5/16” at washers. Finger tighten only
at this time. Do this on both sides of the
vehicle.
16. Slide the tubes of the baseplate into the
rectangular tubinf of the vehicle frame.
18. Insert a 1/2”-13 x 1-1/2” bolt, 1/2” lock and
at washer into the side hole. Use a 1/2”-
13 nut plate on the inside of the frame. Do
this on both sides of the vehicle. Level the
baseplate and fully tighten hardware.
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19. Insert a 1/2”-13 x 1-1/2” bolt, 1/2” lock
and at washer into the bottom hole.
Use a 1/2”-13 nut plate on the inside of
the frame. Do this on both sides of the
vehicle. Fully tighten hardware.
Fully tighten all the 8MM bolts on the face
of the baseplate.
20. Make sure the coolant line does not
interfere with the attachment tab. Then
snap the coolant line back into the
bracket.
21. Using the cable tie that was provided,
relocate the temperature sensor by
attaching it to the baseplate.
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22. To install a breakaway switch, drill a hole
to the side of the electrical rods. Be sure
to place a piece of metal on top of the
frame rail to prevent accidently drilling thru
the radiator.
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23. Attach the permanent baseplate safety cables to
the provided convenience link on the baseplate.
The photo shows the recommended installation
of the cables to frame of vehicle. Additional
options may interfere with suggested mounting;
in this case, secure the cables to a solid piece
of the frame as described in the instructions
included with the permanent baseplate safety
cables. Be sure the safety cables do not rub
against any hoses or moving parts. Do this on
BOTH sides of the vehicle.
24. Hold the fascia to the vehicle, mark and trim as needed to provide clearance for the
baseplate. Reinstall the fascia making sure the baseplate convience links and attachment
tabs are situated thru the fascia before snapping the fascia back onto the vehicle.
CUSTOMER SERVICE COMMITMENT
Blue Ox® is committed to providing you with exceptional customer care throughout your lifetime
with our products. Our team is here to assist you with any questions you may have regarding the
performance of your product. Simply call (402) 385-3051 and you can speak with our technical
service team.
Additionally, please visit our website to see which rallies our Destination America team will be
attending. For a nominal fee, our service technician will service your towing system to ensure it’s in
proper working condition. Also, as a commitment to our customers, should you visit our factory, you
can stay at our full service Blue Ox® campground at no charge along with enjoying a factory tour.
Again, thank you for being our customer and for the condence you have shown in the performance
of our products. It is because of customers like you we enjoy the success we have today.
One Mill Road, Industrial Park
Pender, Nebraska 68047
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© 2016 Blue Ox
Phone: (402) 385-3051
Fax: (402) 385-3360
www.blueox.com
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General Information
1. Ensure that your product(s) are registered online at www.blueox.com. It is crucial to register your product(s)
so that you may be alerted of product offerings, updates, upgrades, maintenance and safety bulletins, and/
or recalls.
2. 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 specications.
3. It is the owner’s responsibility to hook up all towing equipment per manufacturer’s instructions/
recommendations.
4. Remove the attachment tabs when not in use (if applicable).
Notice To Baseplate Installer
1. It is YOUR responsibility to watch for:
• Oil cooler and air conditioner lines
• Electrical wires and hoses
• Missing parts or attaching points on the frame
** If the baseplate is improperly installed and is against a wire or hose, it could cause uid leaks or
electrical shorts some time after the actual baseplate installation.
Permanent Baseplate Safety Cable Installation
Permanent baseplate safety cables are strongly recommended when towing a vehicle with a tow bar.
The principle function of the permanent baseplate safety cables is to prevent the towed vehicle from
breaking loose in the event the connection between the frame of the towed vehicle and the baseplate
fails or becomes disconnected. The cables must be connected from the baseplate to the frame rail
or cross member of the vehicle’s frame. The illustrations below show the possible arrangements
recommended by Blue Ox®. Each permanent baseplate safety cable must have an adequate weight
rating for the towing system. The weight rating of the two (2) cables together will not qualify.
Do not mount the permanent baseplate safety cables against wires, hoses or brake lines.
These permanent baseplate safety cables should remain installed as long as the baseplate is
installed on the vehicle. Permanent baseplate safety cables are to be used in conjunction with,
and NOT a replacement for legally required safety cables attaching the towed vehicle to the towing
vehicle.
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BLUE OX ORIGINAL PURCHASERS
THREE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Automatic Equipment Manufacturing Company (“Automatic”) warrants to the original (rst) retail purchaser that
this product, manufactured by Automatic, shall be free from defect in material and workmanship under normal
use and service for a period of three years from the date of delivery.
During said three-year period, Automatic will repair or replace any parts that have been returned by the original
purchaser, to the factory, transportation prepaid, and in Automatic’s sole and absolute opinion found to be
defective.
Limitations on Warranty Coverage:
Coverage under this warranty will be valid only if the customer warranty card is returned by the original
purchaser within 30 days of purchase.
Coverage under this warranty will be effective only when a copy of the original invoice, showing date and place
of purchase, accompanies any claim for warranty. This warranty is NON TRANSFERABLE.
This limited warranty will not cover, in any way or form, any alleged damages caused by incorrect or improper
installation, improper use, modication or neglect of product, failure to properly service and maintain, misuse,
act of God, accident or failure of the user to follow guidelines contained in the instructional material provided by
Automatic.
This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, paint or rust.
Warrantor assumes no responsibility to the owner for loss of use of product, loss of time, inconvenience or
any other damage consequential or otherwise. Including, but not limited to mileage, expense of transporting
of product, return shipping expense, mechanics travel time, telephone, road service, towing, and rental during
repairs, travel, lodging, loss or damage to personal property or loss of earnings.
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS SET FORTH IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE SOLE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF
THE PURCHASER. AUTOMATIC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT
PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED IN LENGTH TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY.
Please visit http://blueox.com/warranty/ to register your warranty
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