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Old 10-20-2013, 03:43 PM   #1
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Need more TOAD opinions

I have read quite a few threads on towing 4 down with Automatics. I would like to hear from any that are towing Toyotas (Automatics), either with the engine running or not, and the ways they keep the transmission healthy.

I am willing to try some creative means to tow 4 down so that I can use the vehicle I want. Of course, the vehicle would be used, and probably out of warranty.

I have a good Tow Dolly (ACME) that I plan to sell, and I want to try the towbar route. We are taking a trip soon from California to Arizona and Colorado, and would like to decide soon!

Some cars I might want to tow 4 down are:(we like a little more room than compacts)

Toyota Highlander
Chevy or GMC Traverse, Acadia (they can go four down already)
Accord
Buick
Infiniti
Lexus

Anyone using the above?
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Old 10-20-2013, 07:35 PM   #2
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Old 10-20-2013, 08:25 PM   #3
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Check remcotowing.com. It shows that Toyota Highlander MAY have lube pump kit available from Remco. I think it depends on which automatic transmission you have. I checked both 2011 and 2013 and both had same message.

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Old 10-20-2013, 09:37 PM   #4
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My neighbor is pulling his 08 Chevy 2500 4x4 pickup with all 4 down. He said just put the transfer case in neutral and go.
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You don't have the Chevy Malibu listed but the 2008-2012 with the 4 cylinder and either 4 or 6 speed automatic can be towed 4-down with only a fuse removed (or fuse switch installed). We've towed ours 30,000 miles so far.
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When I checked Highlander last they were not towable and no kit, but that was a year ago. The Cadillac SRX is flat towable and very easy to configure for towing.
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We tow 2013 crv AWD four down with falcon 2 tow system and brake buddy. Works ok as long as vehicle guidelines for towing are followed and the emergency brake doesn't get left on.hope you find what you like.
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Not on your list, but with LOTS of room... we tow a 2012 Ford Flex!
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The first time I towed my 2010 ford escape this past weekend, the transmission blew. I went to dealer and double checked with their mechanic. Said I could tow on all fours if kept under 60 mph, after 6 hr of towing you have to cool it down, and run it for 5 min. before towing. Did it all correctly but didn't even make it 100 miles from home. Need to know best vehicle to tow on all 4's.
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The gas only Ford Escapes are known to have a problem towing 4 down even though Ford says they can be towed 4 down. The Hybrid does NOT have that problem. We towed a Escape Hybrid around 40,000 miles and never had a problem.

They do have new recommendations for towing the gas version which requires you to take the vehicle to Ford and have them lower the level of transmission fluid. I also believe there is a service bullentin about a baffle being installed.

There are many post on the issue with the Escape.
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The first time I towed my 2010 ford escape this past weekend, the transmission blew. I went to dealer and double checked with their mechanic. Said I could tow on all fours if kept under 60 mph, after 6 hr of towing you have to cool it down, and run it for 5 min. before towing. Did it all correctly but didn't even make it 100 miles from home. Need to know best vehicle to tow on all 4's.
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The first time I towed my 2010 ford escape this past weekend, the transmission blew. I went to dealer and double checked with their mechanic. Said I could tow on all fours if kept under 60 mph, after 6 hr of towing you have to cool it down, and run it for 5 min. before towing. Did it all correctly but didn't even make it 100 miles from home. Need to know best vehicle to tow on all 4's.
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We really like our Chevy Captiva Sport, previously known as the Saturn Vue. Good leg and head room, 4 doors, automatic transmission.
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Love my 2012 Jeep Wrangler. Tows great no need for key in ignition and tow miles don't register.
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