How to Flat Tow a 2016 Chevy Colorado With 4WD
Question:
Can a 2016 Chevy Colorado Automatic with 4WD be towed? Parts? Thank you in advance.
asked by: Virginia C
Expert Reply:
I took a look at the owner's manual of a 2016 Chevy Colorado and a four wheel drive model can be towed so long as it has a N (neutral) and Four-Wheel Drive Low setting. There are a number of parts you're going to need in order to do this, starting with compatible base plates. I recommend the Blue Ox # BLU93FR.
For a tow bar I recommend going with the Blue Ox Alpha # BX7380 because of how easy the tow bar is to connect to the base plates, the long arms that make it easier to maneuver when towing and the fact it comes included with safety chains.
For wiring kit that will allow your Colorado's lights to function while being towed you can use the Roadmaster Universal Hy-Power Diode Wiring Kit # RM-154. And because your battery needs to be disconnected I strongly recommend using the Roadmaster Automatic Battery Disconnect # RM-766 as well.
A supplemental braking system is a requirement in most states and I highly recommend the SMI Stay-IN-Play # SM99251 for this. This is a proportional braking system which is a one-time install which you can leave in so you'll never have to activate or deactivate it. You will need to use Roadmaster Stop Light Switch Kit # RM-751472 along with your supplemental braking system.
Products Referenced in This Question
Blue Ox Alpha 2 Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,500 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6500 lbs
- Fits Blue Ox Base Plates
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Roadmaster High-Low Adapter for Tow Bars - 2" Hitches - 6" Rise/Drop - 6K GTW, 200 lbs TW
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- Tow Bar
- Hitch Adapters
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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
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Roadmaster Stop Light Switch Kit
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Stop Light Switch
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Battery Disconnect with Switch for Towed Vehicle w/ Flat Tow Brake System - Gas
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- Tow Bar Wiring
- Auto Battery Disconnect
- 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
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- One Time Set-Up
- Fixed System
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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Blue Ox
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