Base Plate Recommendation for 2019 Chevy Sonic LT with RS Package and Automatic Transmission
Question:
Can I flat tow a 2019 chevy sonic LT with a RS package with automatic transmission and are there base plates for this car?
asked by: Jim
Helpful Expert Reply:
According to page 283 of the online version of your owner's manual, your 2019 Chevy Sonic with automatic transmission can be flat towed with a speed restriction of 65 mph. Please refer to your owner's manual and follow the guidelines outlined under "Recreational Towing".
The base plate kit I recommend for your 2019 Chevy Sonic LT with RS package is the Blue Ox # BX1703. It features removable arms for a clean, unobtrusive look when you're not flat towing. These removable arms are only compatible with motor home mounted tow bars, like the Blue Ox Alpha 2 # BX7380 or the # BX8833 or # BX88151 adapters when used with certain different branded tow bars.
Per your owner's manual, some fuses must be pulled to prevent the battery from draining while it's being flat towed. If your Sonic has Keyless Access, you will need # RM76512, as well as 2 of # RM76511. Only one # RM76511 is needed if your Sonic does not have Keyless Acess.
To complete your flat tow pacakge, you may also consider the following parts:
Tow bar wiring # RM-2120 for magnetic lights or # RM-155 for a bulb and socket kit
Supplemental Braking System # SM99251 - one time set-up
Coiled Safety Cables - # BX88197 - 84 inches long
Chances are you will also need a high-low adapter to make up for the height difference between your Sonic and motor home. I'll link you to a page at the bottom of this one that provides information on how to measure to select the correct one as well as a page with our selection of high-low adapters. An installation video of the BX1703 base plates on a similar 2018 Sonic with the RS package is also attached.
Products Referenced in This Question
Blue Ox Alpha 2 Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,500 lbs
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- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6500 lbs
- Fits Blue Ox Base Plates
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Roadmaster and Demco Tow Bar Adapter Brackets for Blue Ox Base Plates
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- Base Plates
- Tow Bar
- Adapters
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- Blue Ox
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Blue Ox 7' Safety Cables - 10,000 lbs - Qty 2
- Safety Cables
- Coiled Cables
- 84 Inch Long
- 10000 lbs GTW
- Snap Hooks
- Coated Cables
- Blue Ox
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Curt, Reese, Valley, Draw-Tite, and EazLift Tow Bar Adapter Brackets for Blue Ox Base Plates
- Accessories and Parts
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Roadmaster Tail Light Wiring Kit with Bulbs
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- Bulb and Socket Kit
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- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Standard Magnetic Tow Lights
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Bypasses Vehicle Wiring
- Removable Tail Light Kit
- 20 Foot Long Harness
- Universal
- Magnetic Mount
- 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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Roadmaster FuseMaster Fuse Bypass Switch for Towed Vehicle - (2) 20-Amp ATM Mini-Fuses
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Bypasses Vehicle Wiring
- Fuse Bypass
- Custom
- Mini Fuse
- Engine Compartment
- Roadmaster
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Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- One Time Set-Up
- Fixed System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Demco
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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Blue Ox
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