Expert Answers about Chevrolet Captiva Sport
- Trailer Hitch and Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2015 Chevy Captiva Sport
- The trailer hitch I recommend using for your 2015 Chevy Captiva Sport is the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e73KR. I like this hitch because it has a matte black finish that not only looks more durable, but it also does a better job at protecting the hitch against the elements than a standard glossy black finish.
If you don't already have a bike rack I recommend checking out the Kuat Transfer V2 # KU84FR because it has easy to use features and a unique U-Shaped frame that makes it easier...
view full answer... - Trailer Hitch and Bike Rack Recommendations for a 2014 Chevy Captiva Sport
- In the US, the Chevy Captiva is known as the Captiva Sport. So for a 2014 Chevy Captiva Sport there are options. For a trailer hitch I recommend Draw-Tite hitch # 75556. This is a Class III trailer hitch with a 2 inch receiver so it is compatible with many different accessories including bike racks. I have included a link to a video showing an example installation for you.
For a bike rack I recommend the Thule Hitching Post Pro # TH934XTR since it is one of the most popular bike racks...
view full answer... - Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2014 Chevy Captiva Sport
- For a trailer hitch confirmed as a fit for your 2014 Chevy Captiva Sport that would work well to tow a small trailer the Curt Hitch # C13594 would be your best option. It has more than enough capacity and a concealed crosstube so that it's mostly concealed when installed.
Then for trailer wiring the Curt kit part # C56257 is a confirmed custom fit. It has a converter box but since it installs by plugging inline with the taillight assemblies it's a simpler install.
If you wanted to do...
view full answer... - Is Backing Plate Needed with the Brophy D-Ring Tie Down Anchor on Aluminum Floor
- I would recommend you use the backing plate part # BP05 on a 3 mm aluminum floor with the part # RR05. Aluminum is a pretty soft metal and 3 mm is pretty thin.
view full answer... - Signal Converter Recommendation for Wiring Trailer with Separate Turn and Stop Lights
- You will need to install a signal converter like part # C56196 on the wiring of your trailer. It will take the turn signal and brake light circuit and separate them so that you can wire them to the dedicated stop and turn signals.
I attached a diagram that shows how it will wire in.
view full answer... - Trunk Mounted Roof Rack Recommendation for a 2014 Chevy Captiva Sport
- For a trunk mounted bike rack for your 2014 Chevy Captiva Sport you would want the Hollywood Racks Over the Top Bike Rack part # HRF2 as it is the only style bike rack confirmed to fit your vehicle.
A spoiler is a raised portion of the vehicle body at the rear of it that was originally intended as a way to add downforce to the rear of the vehicle but now is more used for cosmetic purposes.
If you plan on carrying any womens or alternative framed bikes without horizontal top tubes you...
view full answer... - Trailer Wiring Recommendation for a 2013 Chevrolet Captiva Sport
- The correct wiring harness for your 2013 Chevy Captiva is the part # C56257 that you referenced. The part # C56026 is designed for older models of the Captiva so it would not work for you as you discovered.
view full answer... - How To Convert 5-Way on 2014 Chevrolet Captiva Sport Into 7-Way for Electric Brakes
- The best option to convert the 5-way on your 2014 Chevrolet Captiva Sport into a 7-way is with the Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller part # ETBC7 which will plug into the 5-way you have now and convert this into a 7-way for use on a trailer with electric brakes. It also comes with everything else you need to install a trailer brake controller which you will need to activate the trailer's brakes. I recommend the Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller # RED24FR. You...
view full answer... - Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2013 Chevy Captiva Sport
- For your 2013 Chevy Captiva you would want the Curt Hitch part # 13594 as it has been confirmed as a fit. A hitch from a 2012 Chevy Equinox would not fit this vehicle so I cannot recommend you attempt to install it there.
I attached an install video for this hitch for you to check out as well.
If you wanted to do some towing you might be interested in etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or...
view full answer... - Recommended Trunk-Mount Bike Rack For 2015 Toyota RAV4
- You are right that a trunk mount bike rack would be the best option. I called my contact at Thule and they told me the structure of the spoiler and glass on the rear hatch prevent a rear mounted carrier from being used and they do not have a carrier that will work for the Captiva.
The bike rack I recommend for the RAV4 is the Thule OutWay # TH45JV. This bike rack uses 2 rubber coated straps instead of the 6 straps normally found on most trunk mount bike racks.
For a 3-bike version...
view full answer... - Fuse Bypass Recommendation for a 2013 Chevy Captiva Sport
- I did some checking and it looks like the recommended fuse switch that you need is the Roadmaster FuseMaster Fuse Bypass part # RM76511.
Check out the installation videos I attached as well.
view full answer... - Base Plate and Tow Bar Compatibility for 2014 Chevy Captiva
- First, you'll want to positively confirm that the vehicle is capable of being flat towed. My research indicates the vehicle can be flat towed at speeds up to 65 mph, but you'll want to confirm this for yourself with your owner's manual or Chevy.
The correct Roadmaster base plate kit for your Captiva would be part # 3151-1A, which is compatible with your Falcon 5250 tow bar.
You'll need some other equipment to complete your towing system. If you don't already have safety cables, I'd recommend...
view full answer... - Fuse Bypass for Flat Towing a 2012 Chevy Captiva Behind a Motor Home
- Your 2012 Chevy Captiva should use fuse bypass # RM76511. This model fits in place of an ATM mini-fuse. I have linked a video showing an example installation on a 2013 Captiva Sport.
If the fuse you are pulling is not an ATM mini-fuse, let me know what it is and I can determine if we have a bypass that fits.
view full answer... - Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2014 Chevy Captiva Sport
- Hitch fits are very specific for vehicles. You're lucky if you can use the same hitch on different years of the same model so across vehicle manufacturers wouldn't work. You'll have to with a new hitch for your 2014 Chevy Captiva Sport.
For that the best option is the Draw Tite hitch part # 75556 which is a confirmed fit, has a 2 inch opening, and has a concealed crosstube which will keep most of the hitch out of sight. I attached an install video for this hitch for you to check out as well.
view full answer... - Procedures for Flat Towing a 2013 Chevy Captiva Sport Behind an RV
- According to the owner's manual for the 2013 Chevy Captiva Sport the initial procedure when you start towing for the day is to:
1. Position the vehicle that will be towed and secure it to the towing vehicle.
2. Turn the ignition key to ACC/ACCESSORY.
3. Shift the transmission to N (Neutral).
4. Turn fog lamps and all accessories off.
5. To prevent the battery from draining while the vehicle is being towed, remove the 2 amp PWR/MODING fuse from the instrument panel fuse block and store...
view full answer... - Trunk Mount Bike Rack for a 2013 Chevy Captiva
- We do have some trunk mount bike racks that will fit your 2013 Chevy Captiva, but the Thule Passage # TH910XT will not fit.
The only racks that fit the Captiva are the Hollywood Racks Over-the-Top rack # HRF2 or # HRF2-3.
These racks have an additional upper arm piece that moves the top straps up and over any spoiler so no weight is put on it (since the spoiler is not meant to support weight). I have included a link to a video that shows how it works.
If you will be carrying any bikes...
view full answer... - How to Increase Fuel Mileage on 2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport
- Besides getting a tune up, one way to help you with better fuel economy on your 2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport would be to use the Edge Insight CTS, # EP83830, which has a mileage coach designed to help you achieve better fuel economy. The coach will allow you to view information from several parameters that will give you an indication of how your driving habits affect your fuel economy and overall engine performance.
You can monitor real-time gas usage, displayed in either gallons per...
view full answer... - Can 2012 Chevy Captiva Sport be Towed Behind Motorhome
- I did some checking and it looks like your 2012 Chevy Captiva Sport is flat-towable behind your RV. You'll need to follow all outlined instructions for thits in the owners manual of the vehicle.
First thing you need is a base plate kit installed on your 2012 Chevy Captiva Sport which for that you'd want the Roadmaster part # 3151-1A which is a confirmed fit. I attached an install video for this for you to check out as well.
In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible...
view full answer... - Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2015 Chevrolet Captiva
- I checked with Roadmaster and the base plate kit part # 3151-1A that you referenced has been confirmed as a fit for the 2015 Chevy Captiva as long as it doesn't have a brush guard.
Make sure to consult the Captiva owners manual for the proper towing procedure. In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar. The most popular compatible tow bar is the Falcon 2, # RM-520. I have included a link to the installation instructions and a video showing a typical installation...
view full answer... - Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2014 Chevy Captiva Sport
- For your 2014 Chevy Captiva Sport there is really only option for you since you don't want to install a hitch. You would want a trunk mounted bike rack. The only rack confirmed to fit is the Hollywood Racks Over-The-Top Rack part # HRF2. I attached a review video for this rack for you to check out as well.
If you plan on carrying any womens or alternative framed bikes without horizontal top tubes you may also be interested in purchasing a Swagman Easy-Out Women's and Alternative Frame...
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