Recommended Flat Towing System To Tow A 2011 Kia Soul With Manual Transmission
Question:
We are getting ready to buy a 2011 Kia Soul and need to know what equipments needed tow 4 wheels on the ground. It is a basic manual. If you need more info please let me know. Thanks in advance for your response.
asked by: Ursula
Expert Reply:
For your 2011 Kia Soul manual transmission, lets start with the base plates. I recommend the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # 522111-1. These can be installed using Loctite threadlocker like # LT37420 for best hold.
For a tow bar, I recommend the Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar - Motor Home Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs # RM-520 along with the RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables - 6,000 lbs # RM-643. I also recommend a hitch lock like # e98882 to secure your investment.
For your wiring, I recommend the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267 which will use your factory wiring for a clean look while still protecting it. It will also allow you to put a maintenance charge on your Soul battery when towing it.
For your supplemental braking system, I recommend the SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System - Proportional # SM99251. This is an excellent system that is a favorite of our installers because it is so reliable and easy to use. Once installed and adjusted, you can simply use this as a plug and play system. You don't need to adjust it again and it can be mounted out of sight.
The last thing you will need is a high-low adapter. This is vehicle and motorhome specific, so I've attached an article to assist and linked the page to your options. This will give you a complete flat towing setup.
Products Referenced in This Question
etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock for 2" Hitch - Flush - 2-5/8" Span - Stainless Steel
- Trailer Hitch Lock
- Standard Pin Lock
- Keyed Alike
- Stainless Steel
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Flush Pin
- 2-5/8 Inch Span
- etrailer
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Loctite Threadlocker 262 - High Strength - Up to 3/4" Nuts/Bolts - 0.20-Fl-Oz Tube
- Lubricants Sealants Adhesives
- Sealant
- Nut and Bolt Sealant
- 0.2 oz
- Loctite
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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 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
- Roadmaster
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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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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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Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Roadmaster
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