Parts Needed To Flat Tow 2005 Jeep Liberty with Blue Ox Rangefinder II Two Bar
Question:
I am looking for a base plate for a 2005 Jeep Liberty .I already have a BX4322 Blue Oxe tow bare so if you could let me know what plate I need or wiil work. Thank You!
asked by: Harvey G
Expert Reply:
In order to tow your 2005 Jeep Liberty with your Rangefinder II BX4322 tow bar, you will need to use Roadmaster base plates, such as the EZ4 Base Plate Kit # RM-521423-4, with the Blue Ox Rangefinder II to Roadmaster Bracket Adapter # RM-037. This setup is needed because Blue Ox does not offer a base plate kit for the 2005 Liberty that is compatible with the Rangefinder II tow bar.
You will also need a light kit for the Liberty. For a temporary lighting solution you can use the Magnetic Towing Light Kit part # RM-2120. These lights have a magnet that will stick to a flat metal surface and plug into a 4-flat on the tow vehicle. For a more permanent solution, use the Roadmaster 6-Diode Universal Wiring Kit, part # 154-792-118158.
If you do not have safety cables I recommend the Blue Ox 7 foot Safety Cables # BX88197.
Most states now require a supplemental braking system. I recommend the Roadmaster Even Brake Portable Proportional Braking part # RM-9400. This unit is a proportional controller that applies the vehicle brakes in proportion to how much the RV is braking. This provides the safest type of braking and saves wear and tear on your Jeep and RV.
Finally, you will need to check with the vehicle manufacturer for instructions on the proper procedure for towing your vehicle. For example, I found the online owner's manual for the 2005 Liberty to state that only four-wheel-drive (4WD) models of the Liberty can be flat towed. The manual offers a break down of the steps needed to place the vehicle in tow mode.
I attached a couple of helpful articles on flat towing you might find informative.
Products Referenced in This Question
Roadmaster 6-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles with Separate Lighting
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Roadmaster
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Blue Ox 7' Safety Cables - 10,000 lbs - Qty 2
- Safety Cables
- Coiled Cables
- 84 Inch Long
- 10000 lbs GTW
- Snap Hooks
- Coated Cables
- Blue Ox
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Blue Ox Rangefinder II or III Tow Bar to Roadmaster Base Plates Adapters
- Accessories and Parts
- Base Plates
- Tow Bar
- Adapters
- Blue Ox to Roadmaster
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Standard Magnetic Tow Lights
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Bypasses Vehicle Wiring
- Removable Tail Light Kit
- 20 Foot Long Harness
- Universal
- Magnetic Mount
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Even Brake Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- Recurring Set-Up
- Portable System
- Not Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Roadmaster
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