Can a 2016 Jeep Patriot 4x4 be Flat Towed with Transfer Case in Neutral
Question:
We are looking to buy a 2016 Jeep Patriot 4x4. Can it be flat towed if the transfer case can be put in neutral?
asked by: Linda
Expert Reply:
According to page 89 of the online version of the owner's manual for a 2016 Jeep Patriot it can be flat towed if it has a manual transmission with the transfer case placed in neutral and the key is left in the ACC position. I recommend checking out your copy of the owner's manual to verify this. If you have an automatic then you need to transport your Jeep with a trailer so all 4 wheels are off of the ground.
The equipment needed to flat tow your Patriot includes a base plate kit, tow bar, safety cables, vehicle tow bar wiring, a supplemental braking system, and possibly a high-low adapter.
For a base plate kit I recommend the Blue Ox # BX1130 which pairs nicely with the Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar/Safety Cables # BX7380. This gives you a clean looking installation that can quickly be connected/disconnected.
In keeping with the easy-to-use theme I also recommend the Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267. After the initial installation it quickly connects to the 7-Way on your motorhome. Since you have to leave your key in the ACC position you will want to install the Charge Line Kit # RM-156-25 to keep your battery from draining.
Then for a braking system I recommend the Air Force One # SM99243 if your motorhome has air brakes or the Stay-IN-Play DUO # SM99251 if your motorhome has hydraulic brakes. Both systems give you proportional braking for a smooth stop and install in such a way that you won't notice the equipment when you aren't flat towing. To keep your brake lights working properly you will also need the Brake-Lite Relay Kit # RM-88400.
Most flat towing setups require a high-low adapter for the tow bar to remain level while towing. I have linked our selection of adapters for you to check out as well as an article that will help you determine which is the best one for your application.
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Blue Ox Alpha 2 Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,500 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6500 lbs
- Fits Blue Ox Base Plates
- Blue Ox
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Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
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Roadmaster Battery Charge Line Kit for Towed Vehicles
- Accessories and Parts
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Battery Charge Line Kit
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Brake-Lite Relay Kit for Towed Vehicles
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Light Relay
- Roadmaster
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Demco Air Force One Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Air Brakes - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- One Time Set-Up
- Fixed System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Demco
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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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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Blue Ox
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