Flat Towing a 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
Question:
can I tow a 2012 Chevrolet captiva all wheel drive with all 4 wheel on ground
asked by: Bill M
Expert Reply:
Yes, your 2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport can be towed with all 4 wheels on the ground. You do have to pull the 2 amp PWR/MODING fuse from the instrument panel fuse block. You can use fuse bypass part # RM76511 so you do not have to pull the fuse every time you want to tow the vehicle.
For a baseplate, I recommend Demco classic base plate kit part # DM9518218. You need a tow bar that is compatible with the Demco baseplate. I recommend the Demco Commander tow bar part # DM9511012 because it can be adapted to fit most brands of base plates if you change vehicles in the future. It features a non-binding design that allows you to disconnect the bar on uneven terrain. The Commander also comes with safety cables so you do not have to purchase them separately like other tow bars that do not include them.
For the wiring, I recommend Roadmaster Diode wiring kit part # RM-15267. The Roadmaster wiring kit splices into the tail lights of the Chevrolet Captiva and extends to the front of the vehicle where it wires into a 6-way plug with included bracket. It comes with a coiled adapter that connects the 6-way on the vehicle to the 7-way on the motorhome that allows the towed vehicle lights to activate when the motorhome lights activate. I have attached of an installation on a Chevy HHR for your reference.
All states require a towed vehicle to be equipped with a supplemental braking system while flat towing. I recommend Stay-IN-Play Supplemental braking system part # SM99251 because once it is installed it requires less maintenance compared to other systems. The Stay-IN-Play depresses the brake pedal of the towed vehicle via an actuating cylinder attached to the brake pedal. The cylinder can remain attached to the brake pedal and does not interfere with driving the towed vehicle compared to other systems that have to be removed each time.
Most flat towing setups require a high low adapter to tow level with the motorhome. To determine how much rise or drop you need to be level with the motorhome, measure from the top of the hitch receiver opening on the motorhome to the ground. Then measure from the center of the baseplate attachment points to the ground. If the trailer hitch is higher, the difference in the measurements is the amount of drop you need. If the base plates are higher, the difference is the amount of rise you need. I have attached a help article about choosing a high low adapter.
Products Referenced in This Question
Demco Commander II Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6000 lbs
- Fits Demco Base Plates
- Stores on RV
- Non-Binding
- Demco
more information >
Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit
- Flat Tow Wiring Harness
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Roadmaster
more information >
Roadmaster FuseMaster Fuse Bypass - 13" - 20-Amp Mini-Fuse
- Flat Tow Wiring Harness
- Bypasses Vehicle Wiring
- Fuse Bypass
- Custom
- Mini Fuse
- Engine Compartment
- Roadmaster
more information >
Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional
- Flat Tow Brake System
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- One Time Set-Up
- Fixed System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Demco
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Q&A: Recommended Flat Tow Setup for a 2014 Chevy Captiva Sport
- Q&A: How To Flat Tow A 2013 Chevrolet Captiva Sport
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Q&A: Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2013 Chevy Captiva Sport Behind a Motor Home
- Q&A: Is The Mopar Recreational Flat Tow Wiring Kit Part 68321424AB Required To Flat-Tow a Jeep Cherokee
- Q&A: Break-away Questions for Roadmaster BrakeMaster System w BrakeAway for RVs # RM-9160
- Q&A: Does Roadmaster BrakeMaster Need Pressure Reducer to Install on 2002 Lexus LX 470
- Q&A: Does Roadmaster BrakeMaster for RV With Air Brakes Apply Towed Vehicle Brakes at Same Time as RV
- Article: What Is a Supplemental Braking System?
- Article: How to Choose a High-Low Adapter
- Article: We Used 34 RV Tow Bars, and These are the Best for Flat Towing