How to Tow a 2019 Jeep Cherokee Behind a Motorhome

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Can a 2019 jeep Cherokee be flat towed

asked by: Lee B

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You can flat tow the 2019 Jeep Cherokee if it is a 4x4 model with 2-speed power transfer unit. Models with the 1-speed power transfer unit would have to be put on a trailer. None of the 2-wheel drive models can be flat towed but you can dolly tow front wheel drive models from the front.

If you do have a model that can be flat towed and it is a Trailhawk or Overland edition you can use base plates # RM-521451-5. For a compatible tow bar I recommend the Falcon All-Terrain # RM-522. This is a non-binding tow bar so you won't have to be perfectly straight or level to connect or disconnect the Jeep from the motorhome.

The tow bar has safety cable channels so you will need straight cables to fit into them, # RM-645. For lighting a popular option is diode kit # RM-152-98146-7. I have linked a video showing an example installation. Please note that Jeep issued a tech bulletin to install wiring kit 68321424AB when flat towing your vehicle, which is available at your local Chrysler and Jeep dealership.

You may also need a high/low adapter to keep the tow bar level. I have linked a help article showing how to measure and a link to the high/low adapters we carry.

And finally, most states now require supplemental braking on the vehicle being flat towed. One of the preferred systems for our installers and what I recommend is the SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO proportional system, # SM99251. It will apply the vehicle brakes in proportion to how much the tow vehicle is braking. This is the safest way to stop and it reduces wear and tear on both vehicles.

Be sure to consult your vehicle owners manual for specific information on flat towing the vehicle. I have also included some helpful links to our series of help articles on flat towing for you.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Jim

7/28/2020

i think this is turning in to a very expensive way to tow a car.

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Jon G.

8/4/2020

The initial cost of flat towing is a bit of a bite into the wallet, but a lot of RVers will flat tow the same vehicle for years and so it's only a cost that is needed every once in a while. To minimize the cost over time you can look for parts that can be easily removed and used in other vehicles as well. Getting a trailer would probably be the most cost-effective over the long run, but then you have to deal with finding room for your RV, trailer, AND your vehicle at the campsite.

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Answer 1

Does your 4WD transfer case have a high gear and low gear setting? If so, that would indicate you have a 2 speed transfer case. If there's no indication it has a high or low speed then it's a single speed transfer case. If you have…

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Answer 2

Yes, a 2018 Jeep Cherokee Latitude Plus 4x4 can be flat towed and we have everything you'd need to be able to do so. You'll need to start with a base plate which attaches to the vehicle frame and provides a connection point for the…

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Answer 3

For the 2022 Chevy Equinox we have the Blue Ox base plate kit part #BX1730 which is a confirmed fit and would work great. In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking to…

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Answer 4

I thought it may help to go one better by including all the parts you need in order to flat tow your 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee so you have everything you need from the get go. For the lighting wiring, you will need a wiring kit, mounting bracket,…

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Answer 5

We have everything needed to flat tow your new 2020 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk behind your RV with all 4 wheels on the ground. You are going to need a base plate kit, a tow bar, safety cables, a lighting solution, and a supplemental braking system to…

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Answer 6

I have attached for you below the recommended procedure to flat-tow a 2019 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk per the owner's manual. The last step states to place the ignition in the off position so that is what I must recommend. 1. Bring the vehicle to a…

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Answer 7

I found your online owners manual and here is all of the steps for getting your vehicle back into normal driving: 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop, leaving it connected to the tow vehicle. 2. Apply the parking brake. 3. Turn the ignition to…

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Answer 8

Mopar wiring harness 68321424AB is used if you experience shaking or bouncing of the 2019 Jeep Cherokee when you are flat towing it. I am not sure what exactly it does or why using this harness solves those issues but that is its purpose. It has…

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Answer 9

You will definitlely want the steering wheel to be unlocked when flat towing your 2019 Jeep Cherokee, but you will want to follow the specific steps outlined in the vehicle's owners manual for what needs to be done with the ignition and…

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Answer 10

For a complete flat tow kit for your 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee you will need a base plate kit, tow bar, safety cables, vehicle tow bar wiring, a supplemental braking system, and possibly a high-low adapter. Here is what I recommend: etrailer Invisible…

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Answer 11

The plug to connect the #3014-P harness in your 2019 Jeep Cherokee to is behind a black cover that is just to the left of the steering column right above where the carpeting ends. You need to remove the black cover. Check out the picture I attached.…

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Answer 12

I am happy to help you with the components needed to flat tow a 2020 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk. A complete flat tow system includes a base plate, tow bar, tow bar wiring, safety cables, braking system and possibly a high low adapter. For the base…

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