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    Default Towing hook question for 2016 model,

    Hello,

    It appears that 2016 Mazda 3 Hatchback did not come with a tow hook.

    Parts list showing two different two hooks. (1x) front & (2x) rear tow hooks.

    Parts person at the dealer didn't know the difference other than slightly different length for front and rear.

    Should I buy both front and rear or can front one be used on the back as well? (not like one would need to use both front and back at same time?) Or just buy two of front hooks?

    Also, does the vehicle need to use two at the rear in case I ever need to use for a quick tow?


    Thanks.

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    Default Re: Towing hook question for 2016 model,

    Quote Originally Posted by xxgg View Post
    Hello,

    It appears that 2016 Mazda 3 Hatchback did not come with a tow hook.

    Parts list showing two different two hooks. (1x) front & (2x) rear tow hooks.

    Parts person at the dealer didn't know the difference other than slightly different length for front and rear.

    Should I buy both front and rear or can front one be used on the back as well? (not like one would need to use both front and back at same time?) Or just buy two of front hooks?

    Also, does the vehicle need to use two at the rear in case I ever need to use for a quick tow?


    Thanks.
    The front is the threaded one...IIRC there's loops in back but no threaded spots.

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    Default Re: Towing hook question for 2016 model,

    There's 2 tabs in the rear bumper to pop out for a threaded insert.

    They are not tow hooks, they're tie downs for transport. They are good for tying items down on a roof rack but really shouldn't be used to yank the car anywhere in a recovery situation.

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