Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2012 GMC Terrain
Question:
Looking to purchase a 2010 to 2012 GMC Terrain to flat tow behind my RV. Can I use a AWD or Front wheel drive?
asked by: Larry O
Helpful Expert Reply:
I took a look at the owner's manual for a 2012 GMC Terrain and it stated that "Front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive vehicles may be dinghy towed from the front" so you can go with either option, though I do recommend verifying this with the dealership.
There are a number of parts needed in order to flat tow a 2012 GMC Terrain:
- Base Plate Kit: Demco Classic Base Plate Kit # DM9518262
- Tow Bar: Demco Excali-Bar III Non-Binding Tow Bar # DM9511013
- Wiring Kit: Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267
- Roadmaster Battery Charge Line Kit # RM-156-25
- Roadmaster FuseMaster Fuse Bypass Switch # RM-76517 (4-Cylinder Engine) OR # RM76511 (V6 Engine)
- Supplemental Braking System: Roadmaster InvisiBrake Supplemental Braking System # RM-8700
- Stop Light Switch # RM-751439
Base plates are vehicle-specific and the Demco Classic are a fit for your '12 Terrain and give your car a clean look. The Excali-Bar tow bar is a great option because it has long arms which make it easier to maneuver when towing, along with integrated safety cables and an adjustable, tilting head so a high-low adapter won't be needed; having these features on a tow bar means you won't have to purchase them separately, saving you additional expenses.
The wiring kit is designed to effectively prevent electrical feedback to keep your Terrain's electrical system safe, and the InvisiBrake supplemental braking system is highly recommended because it is a one-time install which you can leave in so you'll never have to deactivate or reactivate it.
I have also added links to video reviews and installations for you to take a look at.
Products Referenced in This Question
Demco Excali-Bar III Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 10,500 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 10500 lbs
- Fits Demco Base Plates
- Stores on RV
- Non-Binding
- Demco
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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 Battery Charge Line Kit for Towed Vehicles
- Accessories and Parts
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Battery Charge Line Kit
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Stop Light Switch Kit - Chevrolet Equinox / GMC Terrain
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Stop Light Switch
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster FuseMaster Fuse Bypass Switch for Towed Vehicles - 50-Amp FMX Fuse
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Bypasses Vehicle Wiring
- Fuse Bypass
- Custom
- FMX Fuse
- Engine Compartment
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster InvisiBrake Flat Tow Brake System - Preset
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Pre-Set System
- One Time Set-Up
- Fixed System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster FuseMaster Fuse Bypass - 13" - 20-Amp Mini-Fuse
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Bypasses Vehicle Wiring
- Fuse Bypass
- Custom
- Mini Fuse
- Engine Compartment
- Roadmaster
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