Flat Towing Base Plates and Wiring for 2002 Honda CR-V

Question:

I now use a 2004 Jeep to flat tow with the Blue ox towing system . I am considering changing to a 2002 Honda CR-v 2 wd . Is this Honda capable of being flat towed and how does it work? I will need the base plate that attaches to the front of the Honda and also the lighting kit minus the coil electrical cable since I already have one off my Jeep. I also need a rear Hitch for the Honda as well. Thank You

asked by: THOMAS H

Expert Reply:

From what I was able to find in my research, the 2002 Honda CR-V can be flat towed. I would recommend checking your copy of the owner's manual to verify this.

It sounds like you've already got a Blue Ox tow bar, so you're going to be best served by using Blue Ox base plates like the Base Plate Kit with Removable Arms # BX2232; this just means you won't need to use an adapter to connect to the tow bar as you would if using a different manufacturer's base plates with your tow bar.

For wiring, they don't make a version of the Roadmaster # RM-15267 (that it sounds like you're using on your 2004 Jeep Wrangler TJ) without the coiled wire included, but that same kit can be used on your 2002 Honda CR-V to allow you to have functioning lights while flat towing. This is the way I recommend connecting the lights to your motorhome.

I've linked videos of the installation of the base plates and the wiring kit for you to have a look at if you're going to be installing these yourself.

expert reply by: Erik B

Thomas H.

1/29/2020

I need a set up to flat tow a 2002 Honda CR-V 4WD. I now use the Blue Ox, but will be selling it with my Jeep. Do you recommend the Blue Ox or another towing system?

Jacob H.

1/30/2020

The Blue Ox Base Plates for your 2002 Honda CR-V are going to be a great choice. There's a Blue Ox tow bar that pairs great with the base plates we have available and it's going to include the safety cables. We have a great expert answer that I will link you to that will show all the parts that you will need to flat tow your 2002 Honda CR-V. The only thing that I would change from what the expert recommends is the diode wiring. He recommends the bulb and socket kit. These are a pain to install and it requires drilling hole in the back of your taillights. The kit I would recommend is # RM-15267. This kit is going to utilize your factory lights and allow them to receive the proper functions from the motorhome.

Helpful Links

question-46896.html