Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2014 Chevy Spark 1LS with Manual Transmission

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Does the 523174-1 Base plate fit this car 2014 Chevy Spark 1LS Manual Transmission. Thanks

asked by: Barry S

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I spoke with my contact at Roadmaster and the base plates # 523174-1 will fit your 2014 Chevy Spark 1LS with manual transmission. For a compatible tow bar I recommend the Falcon 2, # RM-520. For safety cables use # RM-643. The coiled design keeps the cables off the ground.

For lighting if you will not be towing very often I recommend a magnetic kit # RM-2120. With this kit you will not have to cut into the vehicle wiring for installation. If you plan on towing the Spark often then I recommend a more permanent solution, diode kit # 154-792-118158.

Most states now require supplemental braking on the vehicle being flat towed. I recommend the Roadmaster InvisiBrake, # RM-8700, because with it after the initial installation and set up you will not have to mess with it again unless you want to adjust the braking pressure.

Please consult your Spark owners manual for specific information on flat towing the vehicle. I have also included a couple of helpful links on flat towing for you to view.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

I did some research and found that your 2014 Chevrolet Spark with an automatic transmission cannot be flat-towed behind your motorhome. In order to tow your Spark you will need to either use a transport dolly or use a tow dolly. I recommend the…

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Answer 2

The reason that you need to turn the key to ACC/ACCESSORY when flat towing your 2014 Chevrolet Spark is so that the steering wheel will be unlocked. Otherwise the steering wheel will be locked and you will ruin your vehicle. It will cause your…

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Answer 3

The LED lights on the cargo carrier you are using must not be drawing enough power and causing the problem. Using an adapter such as #C35FR will simulate more load on the system allowing the LED lights to function normally. I also recommend just…

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Answer 4

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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The Chevy Spark can be flat towed only if it has a manual transmission. To flat tow the Spark, you will need a base plate, I recommend Blue Ox Base Plate Kit, #BX1725. For the tow bar, I recommend The Blue Ox Avail Tow Bar, #BX7420. This non-binding…

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Both the Roadmaster and Blue Ox tow bars are great options. But if it was my decision to make I would go with the Blue Ox Avail part #BX7420 as we have found that the Blue Ox tow bars are a little easier to connect and disconnect from. Also this tow…

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A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 8

Yes, it will work. You'll just need to cut the Lance 6-pin connector out and rewire it into the etrailer Trailer Wiring 7-Way Upgrade Kit w/ Junction Box and RV Style Connector item #e99011. Here are the individual functions of that Lance 6-pin:…

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Answer 9

Since wire color codes are NOT universal, we always recommend wiring by function, rather than wire color. If you look at the Trailer Wiring FAQ article I have linked you to, you can see some diagrams showing the proper way to wire a vehicle and…

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Answer 10

Thanks for the information Bob! Flat towing a leased 2025 Ford Bronco Badlands without making any modifications is going to be creative when it comes to powering your lights and a braking system but we do have all the parts you'll need. I've…

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Hey Steve, thanks for reaching out! The Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit #RM87NQ fits your 2025 Ford Maverick as long as it's the Hybrid model that doesn't have the engine block heater. It doesn't come with the 6-Pin connector,…

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Answer 12

Hey Lucian! There are definitely a lot of options out there, and the best is usually a mix of parts from different manufacturers. We don't have a package under a single part number but I can give you a list of parts for a complete setup. I…

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