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• Recommended Flat Towing System for 2017 Chevy Equinox AWD
  Your 2017 Chevy Equinox AWD is flat towable with a max speed of 65 mph. For this system, I recommend the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # BX1689 along with the Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount - 6,500 lbs # BX7380. This comes with the safety chains needed. For your tow bar wiring, I recommend the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267. This will use diodes to allow you to utilize your factory wiring for a clean look. You will also need the...
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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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• Roadmaster Flat Tow Setup for 2016 Chevrolet Equinox
  Hey Jim! I would happy to get you set up with all of the parts you need for your 2016 Chevy Equinox. You already have the tow bar so that leaves the base plate, safety cables, wiring, and brake system (InvisiBrake). For a complete Roadmaster setup you need the following: -Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM-523184-5 -RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables # RM-643 -Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles # RM-15267 -Roadmaster Battery Charge Line...
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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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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2016-2017 GMC Terrain or Chevy Equinox
  We have everything you need to pull your new GMC Terrain or Chevy Equinox behind your RV with all 4 wheels on the ground. To do this you will need a base plate kit, a tow bar, safety cables, a lighting solution, and a supplemental braking system. These two vehicles are extremely similar so the needed parts will be the same for either option. Starting with the base plates, I recommend the Roadmaster EZ5 Base Plate Kit # RM-523184-5. This base plate kit features a hidden bracket design...
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• Recommended Parts for Flat Towing a 2010 - 2015 GMC Terrain
  Your 2010 GMC Terrain would have used the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit # 523163-1 if you have the Roadmaster Sterling All Terrain # RM-576. Since you upgraded to the 2015 Terrain these parts will actually stay the same so you will just need to get another EZ Base Plate Kit # 523163-1. For a complete flat towing setup you will need a base plate kit, tow bar, safety cables, vehicle tow bar wiring, a supplemental braking system, and possibly a high-low adapter. So far, with the parts listed...
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• Can I Flat Tow A 2018 Equinox AWD?
  According to my research if your 2018 Chevrolet Equinox AWD 2.0L 9-Speed Automatic 6T50 is a 2018 you can only tow your Equinox on a trailer. I recommend checking your owners manual to confirm. If your owners manual confirms that the Equinox is able to be flat towed, I have the following recommendations to get your towing started. You will need the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX1689 along with the Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar # BX7380. This comes with the safety chains needed. For your tow bar...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2017 GMC Terrain AWD Behind an RV
  I completely understand how you feel. Flat towing a vehicle can seem overwhelming but I am happy to walk you through the parts you will need. The first thing to check is the vehicle owner's manual. I checked it online and on page 266 it states that front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive models can be flat towed! So that is a step in the right direction. You will also want to look through that section of your owner's manual for the procedures required to flat tow your 2017 GMC Terrain. The...
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• What is Max Speed a Chevy Equinox Can Go When Flat Towed
  Your 2017 Chevy Equinox AWD is flat towable with a max speed of 65 mph as stated in the owners manual of your vehicle. Now if you hit 66 miles per hour for a few seconds when towing is the car going to immediately be damaged? Probably not, but to be on the safe side since transmission repairs aren't cheap I'd recommend sticking with 65 as the max. For flat towing your Equinox, I recommend the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # BX1689 along with the Blue Ox Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount...
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• Location of Stop Light Switch Wire on 2017 Chevrolet Equinox
  The 2017 Chevrolet Equinox has a brake pedal sensor which makes it difficult to locate and use the stop light switch to install our # ETBC7 kit. You'll need to access the BCM (body control module) under the dash which will likely be near the driver's left knee. You'll want to use a circuit tester like # 3808 to confirm you have the correct wire that only shows power when the brake pedal is pressed. Another option is to create your own stop light switch using # RM-751439. The kit is...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2012 GMC Terrain Behind a Class C Motor Home
  The first thing I would recommend to do is to check your owners manual or with the GMC dealer on the proper procedure for towing the vehicle. Some vehicles might need to be equipped with a transmission lube pump, an axle disconnect, drive line disconnect or free-wheeling hubs before they can be towed. To flat tow your 2012 GMC Terrain you will need a tow bar, base plates, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking. Also, the Discrete Logic Ignition Switch fuse (fuse #32) needs...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2013 Chevy Equinox AWD
  Some models of the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox cannot be flat towed, especially those with the continuously variable transmission (CVT). These models must be towed using a tow dolly like # 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. Before you attempt to flat tow your Equinox AWD, I recommend checking your owners manual for any flat towing restrictions or procedures....
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• Troubleshooting the Roadmaster Even Brake 9400 ICX Wiring
  I suggest you use the Roadmaster Stop Light Switch Kit - Chevrolet Equinox / GMC Terrain, # RM-751439 for installation of your Roadmaster Even Brake, # RM-9400.
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• What Fuse of 2015 GMC Terrain Needs to be Pulled to Flat Tow It
  According to the online manual for the 2015 GMC terrain that I looked at the vehicle can be flat-towed once a few steps are taken, including the removal of fuse 32 that's in the interior fuse box to prevent battery drain. I suggest you refer to your owners manual, specifically the section identified in the index as Recreational Towing, just to confirm that your particular Terrain is suitable for flat-towing and to become familiar with the steps necessary. It will be the 32 fuse under the...
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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2014 GMC Terrain Behind a Motor Home
  To tow a vehicle behind a motor home with all wheels on the ground the first step is to consult the vehicle owners manual. Some vehicles have special requirements or restrictions and procedures for flat towing. If your model can be flat towed then the first thing you are going to need are base plates on the 2014 GMC Terrain. The base plates provide a proper and secure attachment point for the tow bar. Demco base plates # DM9518315 are listed as a fit for all models of the 2014 GMC Terrain. For...
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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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• Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2016 Chevy Equinox
  I took a look at an online version of an owner's manual for a 2016 Chevy Equinox and it states that both front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive models can be flat towed with all four wheels on the ground. You will want to take a look at your owner's manual to verify this as well as follow the necessary procedure to flat tow. There are a number of parts needed in order to flat tow your 2016 Chevy Equinox. - Base Plate Kit: Demco Classic Base Plate Kit # DM9518315 - Tow Bar: Demco Excali-Bar...
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• Recommended Brake Light Switch and Fuse Bypass for 2014 Chevy Equinox to Flat Tow
  Thanks for letting me know you have the Roadmaster Portable Supplemental Braking System # RM-9400 and the necessary Roadmaster Stop Light Switch Kit - Chevrolet Equinox / GMC Terrain # RM-751439. You will also need the 12 Volt Outlet Kit, 20 amps # RM-9332. GM does require removing a fuse (#32 on V6 or ABS on 4 cylinder) to help as you stated, but I recommend instead using a fuse bypass switch (# RM-76517 for 4 cylinder or # RM76511 for V6). This will allow you to simply flip a switch...
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• Where To Connect Red Wire Of Redarc Tow-Pro Elite RED44FR To 2015 Chevy Equinox
  I would he happy to help! You are correct that you cannot use the factory cold side of stop light switch wire on your 2015 Chevrolet Equinox as it does not have enough voltage, so what you are going to need to do is use a circuit tester like # PTW2993 to test the wires of the BCM (Body Control Module) which should be under the driver side of the dash. You will need to test each wire until you find the one that has 12v power only when the brake pedal is pressed, and connect the red wire...
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• The Simplest Way to Tow a 2017 Chevy Equinox?
  There are a number of parts that you are going to need in order to flat-tow your 2017 Chevy Equinox, starting with a base plate. The Blue Ox, # BX1689, is a confirmed fit for your vehicle, and offers simple installation, using only bolts. For a tow bar, I recommend the Blue Ox Alpha, # BX7380, which slide into your RV's trailer hitch receiver so you don't have to use a ball mount, and the swivel function makes it easy to to connect your tow bar and vehicle. I have included links to video...
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• Recommended Flat Towing Components For A 2012 GMC Terrain
  To flat tow your 2012 GMC Terrain you'll need the following components: Baseplate: Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX1689. Tow Bar: etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar for Blue Ox Base Plates # e47ZR. This tow bar comes with safety cables bracketed to the arms so you won't have to purchase them separately or worry about them dragging on the ground. Tow Bar Wiring Kit: Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267. This diode kit will splice into your Terrain's factory wiring...
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• Can 2013 GMC Terrain be Flat Towed and Parts Needed to Flat Tow
  I took a look at an online version of the owner's manual of your 2013 GMC Terrain and on page 10-71 it states that "front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive vehicles may be dinghy towed from the front" which means you can flat tow your '13 Terrain with front-wheel drive. I recommend verifying this in your copy of the owner's manual and also going over the steps you need to take in order to do this. There are a number of parts needed in order to flat tow your 2013 GMC Terrain, which I'll list...
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• Recommendations For Flat Towing A 2012 Chevy Equinox Safely
  Your 2012 Chevy Equinox is towable with an automatic transmission with speed restriction of 65 mph. You will want to check your owners manual for any other restrictions, but there aren't any others that I'm aware of. In most cases they suggest starting your vehicle whenever you stop and allowing it to run for 5 minutes to prevent battery drain. For the complete system, I recommend the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # BX1689 along with the Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar - Motor Home...
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• Installing Stop Light Switch For Supplemental Braking System On 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
  There are a couple of things that need to be addressed when towing your 2013 Chevrolet Equinox behind your motor home. The first question you asked was how to access the brake lite switch under the dash. Per Roadmaster, a stop light switch, part # RM-751439, needs to be installed. For your vehicle, you need the stop light switch installed because your Equinox brake switch does not provide the correct signal needed when using a supplemental brake system. The included instructions with...
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