Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2010 Chevy Aveo5  

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The base plate kit from Demco part # DM9518237 is one component that is needed to flat tow your 2010 Chevy Aveo5 but you will need a few more things as well. You'll need a tow bar like the Blue Ox Adventurer Tow Bar part # BX7322 and then safety cables # RM-643.

For wiring then we have the Roadmaster diode kit part # RM-15267 which will install without requiring you to drill into the taillight housings of your vehicle. It ties into the wiring of your vehicle lights to give you the ability to control them from your tow vehicle.

And finally, most states now require supplemental braking in the vehicle being flat towed. The easiest system to set up and use is the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR, that applies 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.

Most likely you will also need a high low adapter so that the tow bar will be level when you are flat towing. I attached a link to a page that has all of the ones we carry.

I have included a couple of helpful links to our articles on flat towing for you. Be sure to consult the vehicle owners manual for more specific information on flat towing your vehicle.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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