How to Dolly Tow a Front Wheel Drive Vehicle with Automatic Transmission
Updated 10/09/2018 | Published 10/07/2018
Products Featured in This Question
Question:
do i put the transmission in neutral or park to tow it on a dolly?
asked by: Frank B
Expert Reply:
When towing a front wheel drive car on a tow dolly like the RoadMaster Tow Dolly # RM-2050-1 you want to put the transmission in park, secure the wheels with the wheel nets, and be sure to have the emergency brake OFF prior to towing. You will want to check your vehicle owners manual for any specific instruction on tow dolly use. Some vehicles will require a steering wheel stabilizer like The Club Pedal-to-Wheel Vehicle Lock # WICL303RED.
If using the RoadMaster Tow Dolly like # RM-2050-1, you will need to connect the wiring to a trailer connector compatible with your vehicle like the Pollak # PK12706 for 7-way trailer connectors. I've attached a video to assist.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Roadmaster Tow Dolly with Electric Brakes - 4,250 lbs
- Trailers
- Tow Dolly
- Wheel Decks
- 4250 lbs
- Cars/Trucks/SUVs
- Powder Coated Steel
- Roadmaster
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Article: Can You Flat Tow a Ford Ranger?
- Shop: etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Shop: Base Plate for Tow Bar
- Search Results: base plate for tow bar
- Q&A: Can 2019 Ford Ranger be Towed with Tow Dolly
- Video: DIY Install: etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit on your 2022 Ford Expedition
- Q&A: Are You Able To Tow a 2019 Ford Ranger 2WD on a Tow Dolly?
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Shop: Curt Powered Tail Light Converter with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a 4-Way and 7-Way Trailer Connector
- Video: An In-Depth Look at the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit
- Search Results: trailer hitch
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a Class II and a Class III Hitch?
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Video: An In-Depth Look at the Roadmaster Battery Charge Line Kit for Towed Vehicles
- Search Results: trailer wiring
- Shop: Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - 7-Way to 6-Way Coiled Adapter Cord
- Shop: Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
- Article: Wiring Trailer Lights with a 7-Way Plug (It's Easier Than You Think)
- Shop: Suspension Enhancement
- Q&A: Which is Better Roadmaster or Blue Ox Tow Bar
- Video: Comparing Portable Flat Tow Braking Systems - Curt RVi and Blue Ox Patriot
- Shop: Vehicle Tow Bar Wiring
- Search Results: trailer tires and wheels
- Q&A: Lug Nut Torque Chart for Trailer Wheels
- Shop: Roadmaster Battery Charge Line Kit for Towed Vehicles
- Article: How to Measure for Trailer Hitch Drop
- Q&A: Recommended Flat Towing Parts for a 2025 Ford Bronco w/a Standard Bumper and LED Lights
on Trailers
