Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2002 Volkswagen Jetta TDI
Question:
I am planning on pulling my 2002 Jetta tdi and have the following questions: Does this tow bar come with all the parts that hook up to the car? Is there anything I need to do, when pulling a standard?
asked by: Chris M
Expert Reply:
When flat towing any vehicle you will need at least 5 items: base plates on the vehicle, tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking.
Tow bar # 63180 is not an option I would recommend. It does not come with the attachments needed on the car (base plates) and it has a speed restriction of 45 miles per hour.
For a more functional set up you can start with Blue Ox base plates # BX3827. Then for an inexpensive compatible tow bar you can use # BX7322 and for safety cables, # BX88196.
For lighting the option our installers like the most is the bulb and socket kit # RM-155 because it is easy to install and bypasses the vehicle wiring.
And finally, most states now require supplemental braking on the vehicle being flat towed. One of the preferred systems for our installers is the SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO proportional system, # SM99251. It will apply 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.
Be sure to consult your vehicle owners manual for specific information on flat towing the vehicle. I have also included 2 helpful links to our help articles on flat towing for you.
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