Do Fuses Have To Be Pulled When Flat-Towing 2010 Cadillac SRX Behind Motorhome
Question:
I have a 2010 srx that I want to dinghy tow behind my motorhone. I have a button under the shift cover that I can push to shift the car to nuetual do I still need to pull any fusses
asked by: Jim L
Expert Reply:
Per the dinghy towing instructions in the owner's manual for your 2010 SRX, three fuses need to removed and then re-installed in a later step. The fuses are BCM 1, BCM 2, and BCM 3.
This information can be found starting on page 9-106. There are other restrictions in the manual based on the transmission and engine size. I recommend checking the manual or with your dealership to make sure you have your SRX prepped for towing.
There are five items you need when flat-towing a vehicle. You need base plates on the vehicle, a tow bar, safety cables, wiring for lights on the vehicle, and a supplemental brake system. I will make some recommendations for flat-towing your Cadillac.
The base plates I recommend are part # DM9518266. For a tow bar I recommend part # DM9511012. The two pair together nicely and the tow bar includes safety cables.
For lighting you may want to consider lighting like part # RM-2120. I have attached a link to a helpful article that explains what options are available for lighting.
For a permanent lighting option I recommend part # RM-154. With this option I also recommend two fuse bypass switches part # RM76511 and part # RM76512. With these installed you just have to flip the switches to the tow position and you are good to tow.
A supplemental brake system is now required in most states when flat-towing. I recommend the Stay-IN-Play DUO, part # SM99251.
You want to tow your vehicle as level as possible so I have attached a helpful article that explains how to choose a high-low adapter if needed. I also attached some other helpful articles about flat-towing you can check out.
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