Compatibility of Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2017 Jeep Cherokee Behind Motorhome
Question:
Hi I have a list of products I would like to know if this would be everything I would need to tow my 2017 Jeep Cherokee behind a Jayco 24B C Class motorhome? Thanks BLU37TR,BX1138,HM56208,BX88206,RM-910030-5,RM-156-25, andBX4370
asked by: Dennis E
Helpful Expert Reply:
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The Blue Ox # BX1138 base plates are a fit for a 2017 Cherokee, unless it's a Trailhawk model in which case you'd use # BX1136. The Hopkins # HM56208 would work well, as well as the # BX88206 umbilical, but you'd need to cut off the 4-pole connector on the # HM56208 and wire it into the 6 pin socket included with the umbilical. The # RM-910030-5 bracket would be fine, as would the Blue Ox Patriot braking system # BLU37TR. For a tow bar, the Blue Ox Ascent # BX4370 would work perfectly. The # RM-156-25 charge line kit is also recommended.
There are a couple of more items. The 2017 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk will need the Mopar 68321424AB flat tow wiring kit to activate the electronic power steering system while the vehicle is in tow mode. You'll need to obtain the part from your Jeep dealer. You will also possibly need a high/low adapter if the installed height of the base plates is more than 3 inches higher or lower than the receiver on the motorhome. I'll link you to our selection of adapters.
I've linked to several install and demonstration videos that I hope you'll find helpful.
Products Referenced in This Question
Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- Recurring Set-Up
- Portable System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Blue Ox
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Blue Ox Ascent Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 7,500 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Aluminum
- 7500 lbs
- Stores on RV
- Non-Binding
- Blue Ox
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Blue Ox 7-Wire to 6-Wire, Coiled Electrical Cord
- Accessories and Parts
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Adapters
- 7 Round - Blade to 6 Round
- Coiled Cord
- Blue Ox
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Hopkins Custom Tail Light Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Plugs into Vehicle Wiring
- Wiring Harness
- Custom
- Tail Light Mount
- Hopkins
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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 Bent Electrical Socket Bracket
- Accessories and Parts
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Mounting Hardware
- Brackets
- Roadmaster
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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Blue Ox
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