I bought the 2013 Sonic to tow 4 down behind my motor home. I read in the manual that I would have to remove the DLIS fuse. I didn't realize it was under the dash in a most awkward place for a retired senior to have to reach. I have to lay on my back on the ground, use needle nose pliers, can't see where it goes back in, and struggle, struggle, struggle! Yikes! Did I buy the wrong car? I can get it out okay, but re-inserting it is really hard. I went to the service department where I bought it, and also asked for assistance from the Chevy site, but no helpful responses.

 

You can get an electrician to wire in a switch somewhere easier to reach that does the same thing as removing the fuse. That way it is only a flip of the switch in a convenient spot.

 

I imagined something like that might be possible, but didn't know how to ask for it... I imagine the Chevy service department would have such an electrician. I'll ask. Thanks.

 

The Chevy dealer will be very expensive. You should be able to find someone at a repair shop that can do it for a lot less. It is not a difficult mod. Should be very easy to do!

 

Not sure what kind of "shop". Something like AutoZone or an electronic store like radio shack?

 

Autozone or Radio Shack can sell you the switch. They do not do repair work. Look for an auto repair shop that specializes in electrical repairs.

 

Here's what I'm going to do when I get around to it.

A homemade version can be made a lot cheaper, but this is how it works.

Blue Ox Fuse ByPass Switch for Towed Vehicles - Mini-Fuse Blue Ox Tow Bar Wiring BX88272

http://blueox.com/Uploads/Docs/BX88272.pdf