Can a 2017 Chevrolet Equinox Front Wheel Drive Be Flat Towed With all 4 Wheels On The Ground?

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Can 2017 Chevy equinox with FWD be flat towed?

asked by: James H

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Yes, your 2017 Chevrolet Equinox FWD can be flat towed with all 4 wheels on the ground. Do understand that you will need to run your Equinox for 5 minutes every time you stop for gas to properly lubricate your transmission and before towing. A better option may be to use a Dolly # DM9713093 so you will not have to let your engine run before towing or during stops.

If you prefer to flat tow you will need the following components.

Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # RM-523184-5
Roadmaster Nighthawk All-Terrain Tow Bar # RM-676
Roadmaster Accessory Kit # RM-9284-2
Brake Buddy Select 3 Portable Supplemental Braking System # HM39524

If you have a 4 cylinder engine you will need the Roadmaster FuseMaster Fuse Bypass Switch # RM-76517. Otherwise for a 6 cylinder engine you will need the Bypass # RM76511.

expert reply by: Bud M

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Answer 1

To get your 2023 Chevy Equinox ready to flat tow you'll need to complete the following steps: 1. Position the vehicle to be towed and secure it to the towing vehicle. 2. Start the vehicle. 3. If equipped with AWD, engage the AWD system and…

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Answer 2

We don't have a video but I have included a picture pointing out where to drill a hole for the bulb and socket kit #BX8869 in the tail light assemblies of the 2013 Chevy Equinox. The picture is actually located in the instructions for the base…

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Answer 3

I reached out to my contact at Demco and he said that the Kar Kaddy SS #DM9713045 can be assembled by 1 person and that it typically takes about 3-4 hours. If you are a retired auto mechanic then it will likely be on the lower end as you have…

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Answer 4

Yes, you can attach the Spare Tire #DM5968 to your Demco Kar Kaddy SS Tow Dolly #DM9713045. You will need the Spare Tire Mount #DMRKSTM which mounts just behind the trailer jack.

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Answer 5

According to page 328 of the online version of the owner's manual for your 2019 Buick Enclave you will need to do the following before towing your vehicle with a tow dolly (it states that your Enclave cannot be flat towed): 1. Put the vehicle…

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Answer 6

Generally, you don't need additional lighting when using a tow dolly that already has lights. However, it's not a bad idea to check with the local laws in the states you'll be traveling in and in Canada. Some people like to add additional…

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Answer 7

Demco has an interesting way to determine if the Kar Kaddy X #DM9713093 would provide enough ground clearance for a vehicle like your 2006 Mini Cooper to load. You will need to measure from where the front wheel touches the ground on front side of…

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Answer 8

If by flat you mean the paint type then the answer is no, unfortunately. The closest I was able to find apart from straight up steel is the Kenda 215/60-8 Bias Trailer Tire with 8" White Wheel #AM3H310 which has a semi-gloss coat. Your best bet…

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Answer 9

There only differences between the Demco Kar Kaddy X Tow Dolly part #DM9713045 and the part 9713094 is that the former is boxed and must be assembled by the end user. The latter is pre-assembled. That said, you cannot ship an assembled unit so the…

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Answer 10

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Yes, it will. The Roadmaster Battery Disconnect with Switch for Towed Vehicle w/ Flat Tow Brake System item #RM-766 is not only compatible with your 2024 Buick Encore GX but it is recommended to be used by Roadmaster. This a great part that makes…

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