Ford Mondeo MK3 Focus MK2 Towing Eye Tow Hook Tool 96BG17B804AE

Description

Ford Mondeo MK3 Focus MK2 Towing Eye Tow Hook Tool is a practical tool from the Jacks and tool kits category, designed for emergency towing and securing the vehicle. The original Ford design ensures secure mounting in the factory body point and stable load transfer during towing.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 96BG17B804AE-1
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 96BG17B804AE
• Substitutable numbers: 96BG17B804AE, 96BG-17B804-AE
• Category: Spare Tyre Jack & Tool Kits

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The presented towing eye is a component dedicated to the third-generation Ford Mondeo and second-generation Ford Focus models, which feature a threaded mounting point in the bumper. The tool allows for a secure connection with a tow rope or a rigid tow bar, as well as use in service situations, e.g., when pulling the car onto a tow truck.

Thanks to the original Ford design, the geometry of the hook is matched to the body structure, which reduces the risk of improper loading of body components and improves vehicle control during towing maneuvers.

Construction and functional features

The towing eye has a compact, solid construction, typical of original Ford service tools. The rod cross-section and the shape of the eye are optimized for use with typical towing accessories, such as ropes, straps, or rigid hooks. The threaded working part is matched to the factory socket in the body, which facilitates quick installation and removal without the use of additional adapters.

The working surface of the eye provides sufficient space for attaching various types of towing ends, and the compact dimensions of the tool allow for convenient storage in the glove compartment, spare wheel well, or a dedicated tool organizer.

Application in service practice

The towing eye is particularly useful in emergency situations, such as:

• towing the vehicle after a drivetrain or electrical system failure,
• pulling the car out of areas with limited traction,
• loading the vehicle onto a tow truck or service platform,
• maneuvering the car within a workshop or closed parking lot.

For Ford Mondeo MK3 and Focus MK2 users, having a dedicated towing eye in the tool kit significantly increases the level of preparedness for unforeseen road events and facilitates cooperation with roadside assistance.

Product condition and benefits of choosing a used part

The offered item comes from the used parts group, which allows combining an attractive price with maintaining the manufacturer’s original specifications. In the case of simple, solid tools like a towing eye, a properly selected used part retains full functionality at a significantly lower cost compared to a new equivalent.

If you want to learn more about the advantages of choosing aftermarket components and dispel common doubts regarding their durability and safety, it is worth reading the article Used car parts: myths and facts you need to know, which discusses the most important aspects of such solutions in an accessible way.

Expanding your Ford tool equipment

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the service equipment area in your Ford and need other items from the same group, such as wheel wrenches, jacks, or additional emergency tools, check out the available parts in the Ford Jacks and tool kits category.

Summary

Ford Mondeo MK3 Focus MK2 Towing Eye Tow Hook Tool is a functional emergency equipment element, designed in accordance with the vehicle manufacturer’s requirements. Properly matched to a specific Ford model, it ensures secure mounting in the factory body point, facilitates towing and service handling, and at the same time allows for optimizing operating costs through the use of a used part with preserved functionality.