Can a 2014 Nissan Sentra be Flat Towed with All Wheels on the Ground Behind an RV
Question:
Can a 2014 Nissan be towed behind a class a motorhome? If the answer is yes i would need a quote on everything required .Thank you
asked by: Rick C
Expert Reply:
You can flat tow a 2014 Nissan Sentra with all wheels on the ground as long as it has a manual transmission. If yours has an automatic transmission then the vehicle must be placed on a tow dolly such as # RM-2050-1.
If you have the manual transmission then you will need base plates, a tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking.
For base plates you can use # BX1849. This set fits S, SV, SR, and SL models but does not fit the FE+ models. For a compatible tow bar I recommend the Alpha, # BX7380, which also comes with safety cables so you won't have to buy any additional cables.
For a lighting solution you can save some money using a magnetic kit such as # RM-2120 .
You may also need a high/low adapter to keep the tow bar level. I have linked a help article showing how to measure and a link to the high/low adapters we carry.
And finally, most states now require supplemental braking on the vehicle being flat towed. One of the preferred systems for our installers and what I recommend is the SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO proportional system, # SM99251. It will apply the vehicle brakes in proportion to how much the tow vehicle is braking. This is the safest way to stop and it reduces wear and tear on both vehicles.
Be sure to consult your vehicle owners manual for specific information on flat towing the vehicle. I have also included some helpful links to our series of help articles on flat towing for you.
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