Recommended Flat Towing System and Instructions for 2010 Honda CR-V Automatic AWD
Question:
Can you share the particulars of flat towing the above described vehicle? Thanks.
asked by: Liz
Expert Reply:
Your 2010 Honda CR-V Automatic with 4wd (AWD) is towable with a recommended maximum speed of 65 mph. The setup for towing is to run the engine at the beginning of each day, press brake pedal and move shifter through all positions, shift into drive and hold for 5 seconds, then to neutral and let engine run for 3 minutes. Repeat at least every 8 hours. When towing for long periods, remove 7.5A accessory radio fuse (or see alternative below). Check your owner's manual for any further instructions.
For your vehicle flat towing system, I recommend starting with the Roadmaster EZ4 Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # RM-521559-4 which is a confirmed fit for your vehicle. Then for your tow bar, I recommend the Roadmaster Falcon 2 # RM-520 and safety cables # RM-645.
Then for your tow bar wiring, I recommend the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267. This will utilize your vehicle's factory wiring and yet protect your vehicle electronics so you will have a really clean look that is safe. I recommend using the Roadmaster FuseMaster Fuse Bypass - 13" - 20-Amp Mini-Fuse # RM76511 so you don't need to pull fuses each time you tow and can simply flip a switch instead.
For your braking system, I recommend the SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System - Proportional # SM99251. This system will allow you the convenience of just plug and play after the initial installation and adjustment. This system is our installation team's favorite because it is easy to do and extremely reliable.
The final thing you need is a high-low adapter. I've attached and article to help you measure for your perfect fit and linked the page to your options. I've also attached an article on flat towing to show you an overview of these components.
Products Referenced in This Question
Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6000 lbs
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Crossbar
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Direct Connect
- Stores on RV
- Standard
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster 64" Single Hook, Straight Safety Cables - 8,000 lbs
- Safety Cables
- Straight Cables
- 64 Inch Long
- 8000 lbs GTW
- Snap Hooks
- Coated Cables
- 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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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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Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Roadmaster
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