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• Can a 2014 Chevrolet Equinox AWD Be Flat Towed
  Hey Roger, I checked the owner's manual and it looks like you will be fine to flat tow your AWD Equinox. They only harp on AWD vehicles being towed with only two wheels on the ground, but it was actually recommended to tow the AWD models with all four wheels on the ground. So with that being said if you're interested in a complete setup you're going to need: A base plate kit, the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM-523160-5, A wiring kit, the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire...
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• Will Flat Tow Parts from 2015 Chevy Equinox Fit Another Chevy Equinox With AWD
  Hi Beverley; as long as there is no damage to the base plate kit or anything else you can carry it and the other components over to your new 2015 Equinox. If you aren't sure, I would go ahead and replace it with the # RM-523160-5. The only exception is if you have the brush guard on the new one. The base plate kits won't fit if you have the brush guard. Since your owner's manual says you can flat tow the AWD model you're good to go. One other thing worth mentioning is there may be a difference...
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• Can The etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar e74ZR Connect To a Roadmaster Baseplate
  Hey David. I do see your order of the Roadmaster baseplate part # RM-523160-5 and the etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar for Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plates part # e74ZR. Those two parts will have no issue connecting to one another out the box. If you do ever need replacement base plate tabs (Roadmaster calls them arms) you would want to order part # RM-ARMS. On the product page you will need to click on installation details and fill out the bracket order form prior to ordering. It's...
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• Recommended Flat Towing Components for 2010-2013 and 2014-2015 Chevy Equinox
  For 2010-2013 and 2014-2015 Chevy Equinox models, there are a few components you will need to safely flat tow your vehicle. You will need base plates, a tow bar, safety cables, tow bar wiring, a supplemental braking system, a high low adapter, and a few other parts for power and fuses to make sure everything works together properly. I'll walk you through each part with a brief explanation to assist. Let's start with the base plates. I recommend the Roadmaster EZ5 Base Plates # RM-523160-5...
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• What Fuses Need To Be Pulled To Flat Tow A 2014 Chevy Equinox LTZ 6-Cylinder
  According to the GM Technical Service Bulletin 17-NA-348, GM has identified 4-cylinder models of this vehicle as having steering instability issues while towing. If you have a 4-cylinder model of this vehicle, you will need a # RM-76517 instead of a # RM76511, and will need to leave fuse DLIS #32 intact and pull the ABS module fuse located under the hood. Note: due to manufacturing variances, some 4-cylinder models may label the ABS module fuse as #15 or #16. This information is current...
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• Can 2013 Chevy Equinox Be Flat Towed Behind a Motorhome
  Yes, I did some checking and your 2013 Chevy Equinox AWD is flat towable behind your motorhome but you'll need to keep it under 65 mph. See your owners manual for more info on that. The first thing you'll need is a base plate kit, which for that we have the Roadmaster EZ5 part # RM-523160-5 which is a confirmed fit for your vehicle. In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking to flat tow your vehicle. The...
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• Recommended Flat Towing Components For A 2015 Chevy Equinox
  To flat tow your 2015 Chevy Equinox you're going to need the following components: Baseplate: Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM-523160-5. Note: This fits all models with 2.4 & 3.6 engines without a brushguard. If this will not work for you then let me know and I can explore other options with you. Tow Bar: etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar # e74ZR. This tow bar has a lot of added features all for one economical price. Safety cables come included and are bracketed to the tow...
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• Which Fuse Bypass Is Needed For Flat Towing A 2014 Chevy Equinox
  You'll need to confirm whether or not you have a 4-cylinder or 6-cylinder engine to determine which fuse needs to be pulled. If you have a 4-cylinder engine and need to install the Roadmaster FuseMaster Fuse Bypass Switch for Towed Vehicles - 50-Amp FMX Fuse # RM-76517 then you'll want to follow along with the attached video below and install the fuse in the engine compartment. If you have a 6-cylinder and need to install the Roadmaster FuseMaster Fuse Bypass # RM76511 then you'll want...
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• Can # 32 Fuse on 2012 Chevy Equinox be Left In if Charge Line is Installed
  Adding a charge line kit like the Roadmaster # RM-156-25 to your flat towing setup is a good idea to maintain the charge of the battery on your Equinox, but I still highly recommend pulling the #32 fuse as listed in the owner's manual. The main reason for this is that while the charge line will provide a good maintenance charge, it likely won't be enough to charge the battery up after being drained as a result of leaving the fuse in place. To ease the process of removing the fuse you...
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• Recommended Flat Towing Parts for a 2014 Chevy Equinox
  I would be happy to help you set up your 2014 Chevy Equinox for flat towing. You will need a set of base plates, a tow bar, safety cables, tow bar wiring, a supplemental braking system, a high low adapter, and a few other parts for power and fuses to make sure everything works together properly. I have listed each part below along with an explanation. I have also attached all of the installation instructions and linked installation videos when available. Tow Bar, Safety Chains, and Wiring...
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• Dinghy Towing a 2011 Chevy Equinox Behind a Motorhome
  The Roadmaster # RM-523160-5 Base Plate Kit is designed to fit your 2011 Chevy Equinox so that you can flat tow it behind your motorhome. Another option would be to use a tow dolly, # RM-2050-1. This tow dolly comes with electric brakes, safety cables, adjustable axle and ramps, and adjustable wheel nets. I have included a link to the installation details below. If you decide to use base plates, there are a couple more items you will need before you can safely tow the Equinox. For a tow...
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• How to Connect Blue Ox Tow Bar to Roadmaster Base Plate Kit
  If the Roadmaster base plate is the crossbar style you'd need the adapter part # BX88178 or if it's the direct connect style # BX88185. The Roadmaster base plate kit part # RM-523160-5 that you referenced is a direct connect style so it would require the # BX88185.
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• Recommended Flat Towing Set Up for a 2013 Chevy Equinox
  The Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain Tow Bar item # RM-522 does not include safety cables but would be a great option to use with a 2013 Chevy Equinox. For safety cables you will want the RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables item # RM-643. To flat tow your 2013 Chevy Equinox you will need the parts listed below. I have linked any installation videos we may have along with the instructions. Base Plate Kit - Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms item # RM-523160-5 Wiring...
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• Parts Needed For Flat Towing A 2012 Chevy Equinox LT FWD
  That is definitely something we can help with. I will start by saying that for most flat tow installs that we do here, install takes 3 days (8 hour days) at a rate of $150 per hour. Certain parts may qualify for free install. Labor pricing is current as of November 2023. Next I will provide a list of recommended parts so you can see pricing, followed by some important footnotes for the 2012 Chevy Equinox. Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM-523160-5 etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow...
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• Power Steering Cooler Location On A 2011 Chevy Equinox And What Is Needed For Flat Towing
  If your 2011 Chevrolet Equinox has a power steering cooler, it will be located on the front bumper core, behind the front fascia. I am including a picture to the right that will show the power steering cooler on a similar Equinox. The picture is taken after the front fascia has been removed from the vehicle. To see if you have a power steering cooler on your vehicle, you will need to look underneath the vehicle to see if there is a cooler attached to the front bumper core. When installing...
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• Recommendation for Flat Towing a 2012 Chevrolet Equinox Behind a RV
  I checked the Owner's Manual for a 2012 Chevrolet Equinox AWD and it states that this model vehicle can be both flat towed or trailer towed behind a RV. If you choose to flat tow, then there are many components that are needed to safely flat tow vehicle behind your RV. You will need base plates, tow bar set-up, safety chains, a lighting solution and a supplemental braking system. Some applications also may need a high-low adapter to make sure the tow bars are level when towing. For base...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2012 Chevy Equinox
  Hey James we do have what is needed to flat tow a 2012 Chevy Equinox but what you need is a base plate kit for the front of the vehicle and not a front hitch. For a base plate kit that is confirmed as a fit we have the Roadmaster part # RM-523160-5 which provides the connection point for a tow bar like the Falcon All Terain, # RM-522. For lighting/safety cables, locks, and covers for the tow bar we have the Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain kit part # RM-9243-1 which comes with all of that...
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• Recommended Flat Towing Equipment For A 2013 Chevy Equinox Front Wheel Drive
  For your 2013 Chevy Equinox you'll want the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms Item # RM-523160-5. These base plates will connect to your Roadmaster Sterling All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount - 2" Hitch - 8K Item # RM-576 and the removable arms will provide a clean and unobtrusive look when not in use. To flat tow your 2013 Equinox you'll also need a braking system, tow bar wiring kit, and safety cables. I have the following recommendations for...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2014 Chevy Equinox
  The first thing you need to flat tow your 2014 Chevy Equinox is a base plate kit like the Roadmaster Direct Connect kit part # RM-523160-5. In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking to flat tow your vehicle. The most popular compatible tow bar is the Falcon All Terain, # RM-522. This has non-binding arms which makes the setup very easy to connect/disconnect. For lighting/safety cables, locks, and covers...
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• Recommended Flat Towing Set Up and Fuses to Pull on a V6 2010 Chevy Equinox
  Yes, it does matter. Since you have the V6 2010 Chevy Equinox you will need to remove the Discrete Logic Ignition Switch, which is Fuse 32, while flat towing your vehicle. You can install the Roadmaster FuseMaster Fuse Bypass item # RM76511 to make disconnecting the fuse as easy as flipping a switch. The rest of the parts you will need to flat tow your 2010 Chevy Equinox are listed below: Tow Bar and Safety Chains - Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar item # RM-520 and item # RM-643 Base Plate...
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• Can Roadmaster Direct Connect Base Plate Kit be Used with Blackhawk Tow Bar
  Yes, the Roadmaster Direct Connect Kit part # RM-523160-5 can be used with a Blackhawk tow bar part # RM-422 that you mentioned.
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2013 Chevy Equinox
  The first thing you need to flat tow your 2013 Chevy Equinox is the Roadmaster Direct Connect kit part # RM-523160-5 which is the easiest to connect to and disconnect from option. In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking to flat tow your vehicle. The most popular compatible tow bar is the Falcon All Terain, # RM-522. This has non-binding arms which makes the setup very easy to connect/disconnect. For lighting/safety...
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• Recommendation for Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2011 Chevrolet Equinox
  The Roadmaster # RM-523160-5 Base Plate Kit you looked at would be a good choice. The kit uses removable drawbars that re easily removed when you're not flat towing the vehicle. The Roadmaster MX Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms, part # 3160-3B, are designed for SUVs that have a heavy duty frame, like your 2011 Chevrolet Equinox, so the tow bar you use does not need a crossbar. Since a crossbar is not needed the installation of the tow bar is easier. The MX base plates can only be used...
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• Using the Nighthawk All Terrain # RM-676 to Flat Tow a 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
  The base plate kit that you want to install on your 2013 Chevrolet Equinox to use with the Nighthawk All Terrain # RM-676 is Roadmaster EZ5 # RM-523160-5. These will connect directly to each other without an adapter. This base plate kit will not fit your Equinox if it has a brush guard, but it does have a limited amount of trimming as you can see from figure T in the attached instructions. To finish the wiring on your Equinox you need the Hy-Power Diode Wiring Kit # RM-152. Since a fuse...
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