Blue Ox Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2014 Jeep Cherokee TrailHawk

Question:

Hello, we have purchase several base plates for our toads. We are in the process of buying a 2014 Jeep Cherokee Trail Hawk. I need to know which Blue Ox base plate I should purchase as well as the correct wiring harness. I already have a Blue Ox tow bar. A couple of questions: Does the base plate come with the break away switch and do I need anything else to turn this car into the toad. Thanks

asked by: EdnJudy V

Helpful Expert Reply:

The correct Blue Ox base plate kit for your 2014 Jeep Cherokee is the part # BX1136 that you referenced. There are a few other things needed aside from this and the Blue Ox tow bar you have currently as well.

For lighting you can use the diode kit, # RM-15267, and not have to worry about cutting into the taillight housing. This will splice into your taillight wiring to allow your tow vehicle to control the taillight assemblies of the towed vehicle. This comes with a round 6-way connector that you will install on the front of your towed vehicle and enough coiled wire to go from there to the RV.

And finally, most states now require supplemental braking in the vehicle being flat towed. The easiest system to set up and use is the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR, that applies 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. This comes with the breakaway kit you mentioned needing.

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.

expert reply by: Jameson C