Recommended Parts Needed To Flat-Tow 2008 Saturn Outlook
Question:
can i flat tow a 2008 saturn outlook front wheel drive
asked by: Mike
Expert Reply:
I did some research in the owner's manual for your 2008 Outlook that it can be flat-towed. On page 4-28 of the owner's manual it explains the steps you need to take when preparing your vehicle for flat-towing. I will make the recommendations for the parts you need to tow your Saturn.
There are several items you need when you flat-tow a vehicle. First I recommend the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit, part # 523149-1.
For a tow bar I recommend the Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar, part # RM-520.
For safety cables I recommend part # RM-643.
If you are not planning on towing your Outlook often I recommend magnetic towing lights like part # TLL21RK.
For a more permanent lighting option I recommend part # RM-154.
When you flat-tow your Outlook you will need a fuse bypass like part # RM-76517.
Since most states require a supplemental brake system I recommend the Stay-IN-Play DUO # SM99251.
If you are not using magnetic lights you will also need part # RM-88400 so that the towed vehicle brake signal does not override the turn signal from the towing vehicle when applying the brakes during a turn.
You want to tow your Outlook as level as possible so you can check out the attached link for high-low adapters we offer.
I have also attached links to several helpful articles about flat-towing you can check out.
Products Referenced in This Question
Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - 4-Pole Flat Connectors
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar - 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
- Standard
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RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables - 6,000 lbs
- Safety Cables
- Coiled Cables
- 68 Inch Long
- 6000 lbs GTW
- Snap Hooks
- Coated Cables
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster FuseMaster Fuse Bypass Switch for Towed Vehicles - 50-Amp FMX Fuse
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Bypasses Vehicle Wiring
- Fuse Bypass
- Custom
- FMX Fuse
- Engine Compartment
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Brake-Lite Relay Kit for Towed Vehicles
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Light Relay
- Roadmaster
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Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- One Time Set-Up
- Fixed System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Demco
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Magnetic LED Tow Light Kit - Weatherproof - Red Lens - 20' Wiring Harness - Qty 2
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Bypasses Vehicle Wiring
- Removable Tail Light Kit
- 20 Foot Long Harness
- Universal
- Magnetic Mount
- Optronics
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Roadmaster EZ Crossbar Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Roadmaster
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