Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2019 Jeep Cherokee Limited, Latitude or Latitude Plus
Question:
What all will I need to flat tow my 2019 Jeep Cherokee? I'm not sure which model I have.
asked by: Morrow
Expert Reply:
For your 2019 Jeep Cherokee you'll need to first start with a base plate kit. For that you'd want the part # RM-521452-4. This fits the Latitude, Latitude Plus and Limited models. If you have an Overland, Trailhawk, or Trailhawk Elite you'd want the # RM-521451-5.
Next you'll need a tow bar which for that the Roadmaster Sterling part # RM-576 is your best option for if you have the Latitude or Limited models since you'll need the included crossbar. If you have an Overland or Trailhawk you'd want the Nighthawk part # RM-676 which does not come with a crossbar as you wouldn't need it for the style of base plate that fits this version of the vehicle. This tow bar has telescoping arms which allows it to make connecting and disconnecting very easy and comes with safety cables and wiring to go from the tow vehicle to the Cherokee. For a cover to protect it when not in use you'd then want the part # RM-055-3.
Since the vehicle is brand new (writing this in August of 2018), the Tow Defender part # RM-4000 plus the protective screen part # RM-4700 is a great option as well. This will protect the front end paint on your vehicle as it's traveling on the highway. Motorhomes and larger vehicles tend to throw rocks and debris that would normally damage the front end of a vehicle that was tailgating them, and in flat towing situations basically your vehicle would be tailgating the motorhome for hundreds of miles potentially.
For a lighting solution the # RM-152 is a great way to go. This system wires into your vehicle taillights so that the tow vehicle can operate them.
For a braking system the SMI DUO part # SM99251 is the way to go. This system is our installers favorite because of how easy it is to install and how well it works. You'll need a stoplight switch too so that the system knows when you are applying the brakes. For that you'd need the # RM-751471. To keep the battery topped off when towing the charge line kit part # RM-156-25 would be what you need.
Most likely you will also need a high low adapter so that the tow bar will be level when you are flat towing. I attached a link to a page that has all of the ones we carry.
I have included a couple of helpful links to our articles on flat towing for you. Be sure to consult the vehicle owners manual for more specific information on flat towing your vehicle.
Products Referenced in This Question
- Accessories and Parts
- Tow Bar
- Covers and Storage
- Tow Bar Cover
- Sterling
- Eagle
- Falcon
- Blackhawk
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Universal Hy-Power Diode Wiring Kit
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Roadmaster
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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 Guardian Rock Guard for Towed Vehicles
- Accessories and Parts
- Tow Bar
- Vehicle Guards
- Rock Guard
- Guardian
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Tow Defender Protective Screen for Tow Bars with Quick Disconnects
- Accessories and Parts
- Tow Bar
- Vehicle Guards
- Protective Screening
- Tow Defender
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Sterling All-Terrain Tow Bar - Non-Binding - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 8,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Aluminum
- 8000 lbs
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Direct Connect
- Stores on RV
- Non-Binding
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Nighthawk All-Terrain Tow Bar w/ LED Lights - Non-Binding - RV Mount - 8,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Aluminum
- 8000 lbs
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Direct Connect
- Stores on RV
- Non-Binding
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Stop Light Switch Kit
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Stop Light Switch
- Roadmaster
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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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Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Roadmaster
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Dennis S.
6/18/2020
Hi guys. I have a 2017 Cherokee Trailhawk. I have read Jason, Kyle and Jameson's package Roadmaster flat tow recommendations, but they all have subtle differences. Would you please provide me with a comprehensive list (including options) for everything I will need? I look forward to doing business with you. Thanks for your invaluable expert advice.