Recommended Parts Needed To Flat-Tow 2008 Saturn Outlook

Updated 03/09/2017 | Published 03/08/2017

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Question:

can i flat tow a 2008 saturn outlook front wheel drive

asked by: Mike

Expert Reply:

I did some research in the owner's manual for your 2008 Outlook that it can be flat-towed. On page 4-28 of the owner's manual it explains the steps you need to take when preparing your vehicle for flat-towing. I will make the recommendations for the parts you need to tow your Saturn.

There are several items you need when you flat-tow a vehicle. First I recommend the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit, part # 523149-1.

For a tow bar I recommend the Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar, part # RM-520.

For safety cables I recommend part # RM-643.

If you are not planning on towing your Outlook often I recommend magnetic towing lights like part # TLL21RK.

For a more permanent lighting option I recommend part # RM-154.

When you flat-tow your Outlook you will need a fuse bypass like part # RM-76517.

Since most states require a supplemental brake system I recommend the Stay-IN-Play DUO # SM99251.

If you are not using magnetic lights you will also need part # RM-88400 so that the towed vehicle brake signal does not override the turn signal from the towing vehicle when applying the brakes during a turn.

You want to tow your Outlook as level as possible so you can check out the attached link for high-low adapters we offer.

I have also attached links to several helpful articles about flat-towing you can check out.