Tow Hook Install

[Jirees98]

I have a 2025 Mustang GT base model, I’m trying to install a tow hook, but the location I’m pointing at in the photo (the plastic cover piece) is not coming off, i tried pressing it but nothing. Anyone knows if I can install it on the base model or not? If yes, how to remove this plastic piece?

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[AZ_Ryan]

You have to wedge it out with a plastic pry tool. Planning on going to the track?

 

[MAT1955]

@Jirees98 ..... that piece should come out but there may not be a receptacle for a tow hook on the inside bumper. It may require the installation of a receptacle. I was told by my Ford dealer that the metal plate and receptacle was only installed on Mustangs that had the PP (performance package) installed on them at order time. I know my 2024 Mustang GT Premium Convertible had the access "door" in the bumper but there was nothing on the inside frame to screw a tow hook into. Maybe yours does?

 

[BimmerDriver]

I read somewhere that cars without the PP don't have the mounting bracket for the tow hook...

 

[BimmerDriver]

Obviously Mat and I are psychically connected....

 

[MAT1955]

@Poseur ..... being able to speak French I know what Poseur means but I wouldn't say that applies to you - you know waaay too much about vehicles for that name to stick - unless it refers to some other clandestine activity?

 

[AZ_Ryan]

Im more curious why he wants to use the tow hook. Those are required on most tracks...but I sure hope its not a looks thing. Then we'll be discussing the English meaning of poser.

 

[MidwayJ]

Im more curious why he wants to use the tow hook. Those are required on most tracks...but I sure hope its not a looks thing. Then we'll be discussing the English meaning of poser.

A couple guys who attend our monthly meets have tow hooks, but they do track their cars. One of them had his hook painted the same color as his brake calipers, which looks good, actually. I don't know anyone with a tow hook solely for show, though.

 

[AZ_Ryan]

A couple guys who attend our monthly meets have tow hooks, but they do track their cars. One of them had his hook painted the same color as his brake calipers, which looks good, actually. I don't know anyone with a tow hook solely for show, though.

Well, leaving your tow hook on while not at the track is for show IMO.

 

[BimmerDriver]

I don't know anyone with a tow hook solely for show, though.

Teenagers, or track newbies who keep their numbers on for months after the event.

Kind of like when I was growing up, you'd keep your accumulated lift tickets on your jacket even after the ski season had melted away.

 

[MidwayJ]

Well, leaving your tow hook on while not at the track is for show IMO.

It's likely a factor for the guy who painted his, but I don't view him as a poser since he does track his car regularly.

 

[DarkHorsePremium]

@Jirees98,
To remove the cover, put your pry tool in the 3:00 position. Push gently and pop the cover out of place. I used a tiny screwdriver with some blue tape on it to protect the paint. It requires very little force and will come right out. There's a small retention clip located at approximately the 10:00 position. I used the same little screwdriver to release the retention clip to take it off. I have a front plate relocator installed in mine since California requires a front plate. Many people who show their cars actually drill the cover so that they can have it installed with the tow hook or plate relocator installed.

 

[Cz_Ziemniak]

I read somewhere that cars without the PP don't have the mounting bracket for the tow hook...

Whaaaat. Of all the things to paywall.

 

[robvas]

Towhooks - not just for jeeps anymore

 

[AZ_Ryan]

Whaaaat. Of all the things to paywall.

Makes sense to me. Its designed for track use.

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