Can I Flat Tow a 2020 Chevy Sonic LT with Automatic Transmission and What Parts Do I Need

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I am thinking of buying a 2020 Sonic Sedan LT automatic for flat tow and buying your recommended components. This model with automatic transmission is flat towable right? I dont want to buy a new car specifically for flat tow and find out I made a $20k mistake.

asked by: Gary P

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From what I was able to find in the owner's manual for the 2020 Chevy Sonic LT, it does appear that this vehicle can be flat towed; there is a note that explains the following procedure for the models with an automatic transmission:

"When dinghy towing a vehicle with an automatic transmission, the vehicle should be run at the beginning of each day and at each RV fuel stop for about five minutes. This will ensure proper lubrication of transmission components"- As long as these procedures are followed you'll be able to flat tow your 2020 Sonic LT with an automatic transmission without any issues.

For a complete flat towing setup you'll need base plates, a compatible tow bar, safety cables, tow bar wiring, supplemental braking and possibly a high/low adapter. I've gone ahead and linked the parts that we've recommended for use when flat towing the 2020 Chevy Sonic so that you can easily find them and not have to search through the site again!

Base Plate Kit - Blue Ox Base Plates # BX1703
Tow Bar - Blue Ox Alpha 2 # BX7380
Safety Cables - Roadmaster # RM-645
Tow Bar Wiring - Roadmaster Wiring Kit with Smart Diodes # RO94FR
Supplemental Braking System - Brake Buddy Class 3 # HM39494

I've also linked some installation instructions/review videos of these parts, as well as our selection of high/low adapters and our helpful article on how to correctly measure to find out if you need a high/low adapter and what measurement it should be.

expert reply by: Erik B

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Answer 1

What you need is a light kit specifically for flat-towing. The Plug-N-Tow TM Vehicle Wiring Harness, #42615, would be if the Jeep were towing a trailer and not for activating its lights while it is being towed. There are a few options for lighting…

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Answer 2

In order to prevent the steering wheel in your 2017 Chevy Sonic from locking up when flat towing it behind your RV, you will just need to make sure to follow the steps in the vehicle's owner's manual, specifically the proper key…

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Answer 3

Looking at the owners manual online for the 2013 Chevy Sonic, it looks like as long as you do not have an RS model with automatic transmission it can be flat towed or towed on a dolly. If it is an RS automatic you will need to have it on a trailer…

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Answer 4

We have many hitch options for a truck that has a lift gate, but very few of them are a simple bolt on custom application. Because the locations for attaching lift gates vary, you will need to use a weld on option like the Class V Universal Weld-on…

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Answer 5

Yes, according to the owner's manual for the 2013 Honda CR-V you start the engine before shifting through the gears. I have attached the procedure below to follow carefully to avoid transmission damage. If you shift from reverse to neutral and…

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Answer 6

For starters, what engine and transmission do you have in your 2016 Ford Focus? If you have the 1.0L I3 engine then the vehicle must be towed on a dolly with the front two wheels off of the ground. If you have the 2.0L I4 engine then the vehicle can…

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Everything I have found on the 2015 Chevy Sonics with automatic transmissions is that they are flat-towable as-is. First you would need to start with a base plate kit. For that you would want the part #RM-523173-5 which is a confirmed fit. I attached…

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Answer 8

The base plate kits we currently offer will fit all models of the 2014 Chevy Sonic. I recommend the Roadmaster EZ4 base plate kit #523173-4 because the brackets are nearly invisible once installed. It's a simple installation as no welding is…

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Answer 9

I took a look at the online owner's manual for your 2018 Chevy Sonic and found that it is indeed flat towable behind an RV with all 4 wheels on the ground. As you mentioned, there are specific steps listed in the manual that you will want to…

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Answer 10

Yes your 2019 Chevy Sonic turbo can be flat towed with the Blue Ox base plate kit part #BX1703. In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking to flat tow your vehicle. The…

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Answer 11

Sure thing! For your 2020 Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback, you're going to need: -A base plate kit, Blue Ox Base Plate Kit #BX1703, -A tow bar, the Curt Rambler Steel Tow Bar for Curt and Blue Ox Base Plates #C26FR, -A wiring kit, Roadmaster Tail Light…

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Answer 12

From my research you're correct, fuses need to be removed in order to flat tow your 2019 Chevy Sonic. It sounds like the same is true for the 2018 model as well. You can remove them and insert them manually each time you tow or we sell fuse…

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