How to Flat Tow a 2016 Chevy Colorado With 4WD
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Can a 2016 Chevy Colorado Automatic with 4WD be towed? Parts? Thank you in advance.
asked by: Virginia C
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I took a look at the owner's manual of a 2016 Chevy Colorado and a four wheel drive model can be towed so long as it has a N (neutral) and Four-Wheel Drive Low setting. There are a number of parts you're going to need in order to do this, starting with compatible base plates. I recommend the Blue Ox # BLU93FR.
For a tow bar I recommend going with the Blue Ox Alpha # BX7380 because of how easy the tow bar is to connect to the base plates, the long arms that make it easier to maneuver when towing and the fact it comes included with safety chains.
For wiring kit that will allow your Colorado's lights to function while being towed you can use the Roadmaster Universal Hy-Power Diode Wiring Kit # RM-154. And because your battery needs to be disconnected I strongly recommend using the Roadmaster Automatic Battery Disconnect # RM-766 as well.
A supplemental braking system is a requirement in most states and I highly recommend the SMI Stay-IN-Play # SM99251 for this. This is a proportional braking system which is a one-time install which you can leave in so you'll never have to activate or deactivate it. You will need to use Roadmaster Stop Light Switch Kit # RM-751472 along with your supplemental braking system.
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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Tow Bar Base Plate
- Removable Draw Bars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Completely Hidden
- Blue Ox
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