Can a 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee Be Flat Towed Behind a Motorhome Without Special Equipment
Question:
can you tow a 1998 jeep grand cherokee v8 auto trans behind motorhome without special equip.
asked by: Rog
Expert Reply:
I checked on the 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee and found that as long as the vehicle has selectable 4 wheel drive with a neutral position in the transfer case is towable as is.
If the vehicle is rear wheel drive only, and has the 42RLE transmission a transmission lube pump is required.
If the vehicle has an auto transmission other than the 42RLE the vehicle is not towable and will need to be trailered.
If the vehicle is AWD without a nuetral position in the transfer case it is trailer only.
Finally, if the vehicle has a manual transmission it is towable as is.
If you find that your vehicle can be flat towed you will need a base plate kit, tow bar, wiring, safety cables and auxiliary braking system to safely tow. I have linked some articles with information for you to review.
I used our fit guide and came up with the following parts that will work for towing your Grand Cherokee. You can use the fit guide to select other parts or manufacturer items as you like.
Demco Classic Base Plate Kit, # DM9518011
Demco Commander Tow Bar, # DM9511012
Roadmaster Tail Light Wiring Kit, # RM-15267
Stay-IN-Play DUO Braking System, # SM99251
Products Referenced in This Question
Demco Commander II Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6000 lbs
- Fits Demco Base Plates
- Stores on RV
- Non-Binding
- Demco
more information >
Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Roadmaster
more information >
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
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Demco Commander II Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6000 lbs
- Fits Demco Base Plates
- Stores on RV
- Non-Binding
- Demco
more information >
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