Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit with a Roadmaster Sterling Tow Bar

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Have a 2014 Jeep Cherokee Summit wanting a base plate and wiring. EZ-5? and RM-15267? I have a roadmaster sterling tow bar that was used on a Envoy I had hope it will serve.

asked by: Arthur M

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I'm not familiar with a Cherokee Summit so I think you mean you have a 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit. If I'm wrong about this let me know. But I'll give you parts for both.

Both Roadmaster EZ4 # RM-521440-4 and EZ5 # RM-521440-5 base plate kits that fit the Grand Cherokee will work with the Sterling tow bar. The same with the Cherokee except use EZ4 # RM-521447-4 or EZ5 # RM-521447-5. For either Jeep the Sterling tow bar safety cables will not work with the EZ5 kits. If you need safety cable use # RM-643.

The diode kit # RM-15267 is a great choice for the lighting. Actually it'll work whether you have the Grand Cherokee or the Cherokee. Both vehicles need a stop light switch as well. The Grand Cherokee uses # RM-751449 and the Cherokee uses # RM-751471.

For either Jeep I recommend the SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO # SM99251 for a supplemental braking system. It's permanent install so you don't have to worry about deactivating or moving it when you're not towing. If the Jeep's tail lights don't illuminate when the ignition is off you'll also need a Brake Lite Relay # RM-88400. This keeps the Jeep's brake lights from overriding the RV's turn signals.

If you do have a Cherokee you'll need to check with a Chrysler dealership about an additional part that's only available from MOPAR, # 68321424AB.

Finally, you'll likely need a high-low adapter. I've attached an article to help you determine the correct rise or drop your setup requires. I've also linked our selection of adapters for you to look at once you know what you need.

In addition to my recommendations I've linked some articles on flat towing that you may find helpful.

expert reply by: Charles S

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Answer 1

For an EZ5 base plate kit confirmed as a fit for your 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee the correct kit you'd want is the part #RM-521440-5 which I attached an install video for as well. In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow…

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Answer 2

In order to flat tow your Jeep Grand Cherokee behind an RV you need a base plate kit, a tow bar, safety cables, a lighting solution, a supplemental braking system, and likely a high-low adapter. Starting with the base plates, I recommend the…

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Answer 3

You do not need the Mopar Flat Towing Wiring Kit 68321424AB for your 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee, as it is only needed for the 2014-2018 Jeep Cherokee. You will need a base plate kit, tow bar, safety cables, tow bar wiring, and a supplemental braking…

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Answer 4

Since you already have a Falcon tow bar I recommend going with Roadmaster base plates. You're correct that the old ones from your 2000 Jeep aren't going to fit. Both the EZ4 #RM-521440-4 and EZ5 #RM-521440-5 kits will work on your 2014 Jeep…

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Answer 5

From what I was able to find, the 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee, front wheel drive model can be flat towed if a transmission lube pump is installed. You should consult the vehicle owners manual to determine if there are any specific requirements to tow…

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Answer 6

This is a very common issue and it's nothing you did wrong, you simply just need to also install the Roadmaster Brake-Lite Relay Kit #RM-88400. This relay kit is designed to prevent the brake signal on your Cherokee from overriding the turn…

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Answer 7

Hey Don, when installing the Roadmaster Brake Lite kit part #RM-88400 the green wire runs to the stoplight circuit of your supplemental braking system as well as to the brake signal output of the vehicle.

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Answer 8

The Blue Ox Patriot Portable Braking System - Proportional #BLU37TR, uses a 12V powered remote that wirelessly connects to the 12V powered braking unit. This wireless remote has an inertia-based sensor in it that can sense the braking of the towing…

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Answer 9

The brake light switch wire for your 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit isn't useable so you wouldn't be able to install a brake light relay kit any way. In cases like this the turn signal will override the brake signal until the computer inside…

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Answer 10

The Mopar Recreational Flat Tow Wiring Kit part 68321424AB is required on select Jeep Cherokee's in order to activate the electronic power steering (EPS) system while the vehicle is in tow mode. This part must be obtained from the dealer but…

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Answer 11

While it's true that the Mopar 68321424AB wiring harness has been required in the past, that changed a few model years ago so you will not need it to flat tow your 2021 Jeep Cherokee. For a complete flat towing setup you will need a base plate…

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