Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Question:

Hi, I am looking for a complete package for towing my 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee behind my motor home. I am liking that RM522 direct connect tow bar. Or maybe the falcon 2 tow bar? Please advise, but again I would like complete package. THANK YOU

asked by: Ron T

Expert Reply:

The Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain tow bar part # RM-522 is a really great tow bar that is easy to use and higher quality so it would be the way to go. It's telescoping arms are a bit easier to operate than the Falcon 2. The correct base plate kit to use with it would be the Roadmaster Direct-Connect part # RM-521440-5.

In addition to the base plates and tow bar, you will also need, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking to flat tow your vehicle.

For lighting/safety cables, locks, and covers for the tow bar we have the Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain kit part # RM-9243-1 which comes with all of that as one part number. The diode kit that comes with this allows you to splice into the taillight wiring so that your RV controls the vehicle taillights and does not require drilling into the taillight housings. 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.

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.