Recommended Flat Towing Components For A 1997 Toyota 4Runner
Question:
can i flat tow my 97 toyota 4 runner.? 6 cyl 4wd trasfer case has a manual neutral postion as does the rear transmission
asked by: Eric B
Expert Reply:
The online owner's manual only lists emergency towing and requires that all four wheels are off the ground. Based on what you've stated about the vehicle it most likely would be able to be flat towed, but you should really double check with a local Toyota dealer to see if there's any other stipulations that could prevent you from towing. Toyota is usually a no-go when it comes to flat towing so it's definitely best to check with Toyota first to avoid any issues.
If you can flat tow then I have the following component recommendations:
Baseplate: Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit # 1141-3.
Tow Bar: etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar for Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plates # e44ZR. This tow bar comes with safety cables included and a bit of adjustability to help keep it level between the motorhome and 4Runner.
Tow Bar Wiring Kit: Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267. This diode kit will transfer your motorhome's traffic signals over to the tail lights of your 4Runner.
Braking System: Brake Buddy Select 3 Portable Supplemental Braking System # HM39524. This portable system is super easy to install and remove once you reach your destination. It comes with a remote to see when the brakes are being activated as well as to adjust your settings while on the go. This also includes a charge line kit to help keep your 4Runner's battery charged.
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Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Hitch Pin Attachment
- Roadmaster
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etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar for Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plates - RV Mount - 6,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6000 lbs
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Crossbar
- Stores on RV
- Non-Binding
- etrailer
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Brake Buddy Select 3 Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional 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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