Can 2019 Subaru Impreza with Manual Transmission Be Flat Towed
Question:
Subaru Impreza 2019 manual transmission, can it be flat towed?
asked by: Costas D
Expert Reply:
I took a look at the online version of the owner's manual for your 2019 Subaru Impreza and it doesn't get too specific with regards to what models (manual transmission, AWD, etc) can be towed with all 4 wheels on the ground. It simply lists a few steps that need to be followed before doing this, which seems to imply that it can be safely accomplished without issue.
You will want to read these steps in your copy of the owner's manual before proceeding, which can be found within the "Towing" section. I also highly recommend verifying the vehicle's towability by checking with a local Subaru dealer or even contacting the manufacturer directly
In order to flat tow your vehicle you will need a base plate kit, a tow bar, safety cables, a lighting solution, and a supplemental braking system. If you don't have these already I will list my recommendations below:
Base Plate Kit - Roadmaster Direct-Connect # RM-52927-5
Tow Bar - Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain # RM-522
Safety Cables - Roadmaster 64" # RM-645
Lighting Solution - Roadmaster Diode Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267
Charge Line Kit (for maintaining charge on the Impreza's battery) - Roadmaster # RM-156-25
Supplemental Braking System - Brake Buddy Classic 3 # HM39494
I have included video demonstrations on the recommended products along with the installation manuals that you can check out as well.
Products Referenced in This Question
Brake Buddy Classic 3 Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Preset
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Pre-Set System
- Recurring Set-Up
- Portable System
- Air Brakes
- Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Brake Buddy
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Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Battery Charge Line Kit for Towed Vehicles
- Accessories and Parts
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Battery Charge Line Kit
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Falcon All-Terrain Tow Bar - Non-Binding - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6000 lbs
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Crossbar
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Direct Connect
- Stores on RV
- Non-Binding
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster 64" Single Hook, Straight Safety Cables - 8,000 lbs
- Safety Cables
- Straight Cables
- 64 Inch Long
- 8000 lbs GTW
- Snap Hooks
- Coated Cables
- Roadmaster
more information >
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Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Roadmaster
more information >
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