Does 2017 Chevy Equinox Need Brake Light Relay When Being Flat Towed
Updated 08/20/2020 | Published 08/19/2020
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Question:
I have read that if my 2017 Chevy Equinox’s brake lights come on I need a relay??? Is this true??
asked by: Donna A
Expert Reply:
Your 2017 Chevy Equinox does not need a brake-light relay when it is being flat towed because it has a separate lighting system (brakes and turn signals are different lights instead of the same one). There are a number of parts you do need to flat tow your '17 Equinox, however, which I'll list for you.
- Base Plate Kit: etrailer Classic Base Plate Kit # e98964
- Tow Bar: etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar # e34ZR
- Wiring Kit: Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267
- Fuse Bypass (4-Cylinder Engine): Roadmaster FuseMaster Fuse Bypass # RM-76517
OR
- Fuse Bypass (V6 Engine): Roadmaster FuseMaster Fuse Bypass # RM76511
- Supplemental Braking System: Demco SBS Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System # SM99251
OR
- For a motorhome with air brakes: Demco SBS Air Force One Supplemental Braking System for Motorhomes with Air Brakes # SM99243
Additionally, I have added links to instruction manuals, video reviews and installations for you to take a look at.
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Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional
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- Proportional System
- One-Time Setup
- Vehicle Battery
- Fixed System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Indicator Lights
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