How To Prevent Battery Drain on 2008 Jeep Liberty While Flat-Towed
Question:
How can I unlock the steering wheel without draining the battery? I have a 2008 Jeep liberty.
asked by: Mark N
Expert Reply:
In regards to flat-towing a 2008 Jeep Liberty, the battery must be disconnected to prevent drain per the owner's manual. In order to do this, I recommend using the Roadmaster Battery Disconnect part # RM-766 since it allows for this to be done with the flick of a switch, no tools needed and you can do it from inside the cab. Please note, there are specific steps you'll need to follow for setting up the vehicle to be flat-towed, you can find these starting on page 378 of the owner's manual. I have also attached for you below some other stuff you'll need.
Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit part # DM9519222
etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar part # e34ZR
Demco 4-Diode Universal Towed Vehicle Wiring Kit part # DM9523010-54
Brake Buddy Select 3 Portable Supplemental Braking System part # HM39524
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Demco 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - 7-Way to 6-Way Adapter Cord
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Demco
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etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6000 lbs
- Fits Demco Base Plates
- Fits etrailer Base Plates
- Stores on RV
- Non-Binding
- etrailer
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Brake Buddy Select 3 Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- Recurring Set-Up
- Portable System
- Air Brakes
- Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Brake Buddy
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Roadmaster Battery Disconnect with Switch for Towed Vehicle w/ Flat Tow Brake System - Gas
- Accessories and Parts
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Auto Battery Disconnect
- Roadmaster
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Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Demco
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