Does Odometer Accumulate Miles When Vehicle is Being Flat Towed

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I haven’t been paying attention but when we tow our 2017 jeep Cherokee it seems to be running the odometer is this correct? Is there anyway to get the odometer disconnected while flat towing?

asked by: Kris W

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No, when you are flat towing a vehicle like your 2017 Jeep Cherokee the vehicle's odometer will not keep track of the miles just as if you were driving the vehicle.

On newer vehicles like your that have digital odometers nearly all of them do not accumulate miles when being flat towed.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

A vehicle end wiring harness using a 4-Way Flat connector should have 3 female plugs and 1 male pin. A matching 4-Way Flat trailer connector would have 3 male pins and 1 female plug like on the Mighty Cord Adapter 4-Way Flat to 6-Way Round, part…

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Answer 2

We have everything you would need to flat tow your 2015 Jeep Cherokee Trail Hawk behind your motorhome. First you will need a base plate kit, which for that I would recommend the Roadmaster Base Plate kit part #RM-521446-4. In addition to the base…

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Yes, when you are flat towing a vehicle like your Fiat 500 the vehicle's odometer will keep track of the miles just as if you were driving the vehicle. I attached an FAQ on flat towing for you to check out as well.

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Answer 4

When it comes to choosing between the Blue Ox Patriot #BLU37TR and the Brake Buddy Select 3 #HM39524, these systems are extremely similar in their setup and functionality. Both of these systems provide proportional braking in a compact and easy to…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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I checked with Demco and their Tabless Base Plate Kit item #DM29FR is exactly what you need to flat tow your 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 with a Excali-Bar III Tow Bar item #DM9511013. This is custom fit and works with all models of the 2023 Sierra 1500…

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I would be happy to! To flat tow your 2024 GMC Canyon Denali you will need the following parts: Tow Bar and Safety Chains - Roadmaster Nighthawk All-Terrain Tow Bar w/ LED Lights item #RM-676 Base Plate Kit - Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit…

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Answer 8

Both the Roadmaster and Blue Ox tow bars are great options. But if it was my decision to make I would go with the Blue Ox Avail part #BX7420 as we have found that the Blue Ox tow bars are a little easier to connect and disconnect from. Also this tow…

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Answer 9

What you need is a light kit specifically for flat-towing. The Plug-N-Tow TM Vehicle Wiring Harness, #42615, would be if the Jeep were towing a trailer and not for activating its lights while it is being towed. There are a few options for lighting…

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Answer 10

Hey Carl, thanks for writing in, and that's a good question. Thankfully, the answer is no, you do not need to cut or trim the fascia/face plate on a 2024 Ford Maverick to install the Demco base plate that fits, which is the following part number:…

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Answer 11

Hey there Jeff, thanks for the question and I can definitely get you all the parts needed to flat tow your 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500 behind your motorhome. I'll go ahead and list everything out for you to make it easy to order. - Base Plate Kit:…

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The instructions for the Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit #DM77YV are being added to page but I'll also send them to you separately. In the instructions they only show that the air dam needs a chunk cut out and that the shutters would remain. The…

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