Battery Keeps Dying When Flat Towing 2014 Ford Edge
Question:
my battery goes dead after a tow i have a smi stay duo play in 2014 ford edge
asked by: Tim
Expert Reply:
What you are looking for is the Charge Line Kit # RM-156-25. This will allow you to keep your battery charged via the 12V power feed from your motorhome while you use the SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO # SM99251.
I am not sure what wiring you have on your Ford Edge but I typically recommend installing the Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267 which will activate the lighting functions on your vehicle and allow you to wire the charge line kit to the center pin.
For a complete flat towing setup you will need a base plate kit, tow bar, safety cables, vehicle tow bar wiring, a supplemental braking system, and possibly a high-low adapter. If you do not have all of these components just let me know and I can make some additional recommendations for you.
Products Referenced in This Question
Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
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Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional
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- Proportional System
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- Power Assist Brake Compatible
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Roadmaster Battery Charge Line Kit for Towed Vehicles
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