Can 2014 Honda CR-V Front Wheel Drive be Flat Towed Behind an RV
Published 11/10/2019
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Question:
Can a 2014 honda crv front wheel drive be flat towed behind an rv?
asked by: Brenda
Expert Reply:
Yes, I did some checking and as long as you follow the flat towing guidelines in the owners manual of your 2014 Honda CR-V you can safely flat tow it behind your RV.
The Blue Ox base plate kit part # BX2258 that you referenced is the correct fit for you vehicle as well. I attached an install video for it on a 2014 CR-V just like yours as well. For a tow bar the Blue Ox part # BX7420 is very easy to use and an easy fit to this base plate kit. It comes with safety cables as well.
For lighting you can use the diode kit, # RM-15267, and not have to worry about cutting into the taillight housing. This will splice into your taillight wiring to allow your tow vehicle to control the taillight assemblies of the towed vehicle. This comes with a round 6-way connector that you will install on the front of your towed vehicle and enough coiled wire to go from there to the RV.
And finally, most states now require supplemental braking in the vehicle being flat towed. The easiest system to set up and use is the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR, that applies the vehicle brakes in proportion to how much the tow vehicle is braking. This is the safest way to stop and it reduces wear and tear on both vehicles.
Most likely you will also need a high low adapter so that the tow bar will be level when you are flat towing. I attached a link to a page that has all of the ones we carry.
I have included a couple of helpful links to our articles on flat towing for you. Be sure to consult the vehicle owners manual for more specific information on flat towing your vehicle.
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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
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