Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2013 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Behind a Motor Home
Question:
does a 2013 jeep wrangler unlimited have a jcase fuse? and does it need to be disconnected when i tow it?
asked by: Will
Expert Reply:
From what I have found the 2013 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited does NOT need to have fuses pulled to flat tow it. This means you will not need a fuse bypass. Consult the owners manual to confirm this and for other specific information on flat towing your Jeep.
There are other items needed to flat tow your Jeep: base plates, tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking.
For base plates I recommend the Roadmaster XL base plates # 1439-1. These base plates will fit without an aftermarket bumper, winch, or guard OR will fit if you have the Warn Elite bumper. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you.
For a compatible tow bar I recommend the Falcon 2, # RM-520. This tow bar is the most popular tow bar for XL base plates. It has a 6,000 pound capacity and is a motor home mount which offers the best performance and security.
For safety cables I recommend the coiled cables # RM-643. The coiled design helps keep the cables off of the ground.
For lighting I recommend kit # RM-154. This harness is great for a one-time installation and also if you plan to tow the Jeep often. And you will not need to use a brake light relay when using a supplemental braking system.
Most states now require supplemental braking on the vehicle being towed. the easiest system to set up and use is the Even Brake, # RM-9400 proportional system. It 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.
I have included some helpful links on flat towing for you to view.
Products Referenced in This Question
Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Hitch Pin Attachment
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6000 lbs
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Crossbar
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Direct Connect
- Stores on RV
- Standard
- Roadmaster
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RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables - 6,000 lbs
- Safety Cables
- Coiled Cables
- 68 Inch Long
- 6000 lbs GTW
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Roadmaster Even Brake Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
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- Recurring Set-Up
- Portable System
- Not Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - 4-Pole Flat Connectors
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Roadmaster
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