What Parts are Needed to Flat Tow a 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee Behind an RV  

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There are actually 5 things you will need in order to flat tow your 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee behind an RV. First, you will need to install base plates on the Jeep. You will then need a tow bar that is compatible with the base plates. Safety chains and lighting are the next two required items. And last but not least, most states now require a supplemental braking system on the vehicle that is being towed.

Base Plates:
You can use Roadmaster XL base plates, # 1419-5 (no longer available). The base plates provide a safe and secure attachment point for the tow bar.

Tow Bar:
For a tow bar compatible with XL base plates, I recommend the Falcon 2 Tow Bar, # RM-520. This is the most popular tow bar for XL base plates that we carry. I have included links to the installation details and a video review of the tow bar for you to view.

Safety Cables:
I recommend the Single Hook Coiled Cables, # RM-643. The coiled design helps to keep the cables from touching the ground. They are needed just in case the vehicle becomes disconnected from the RV.

Lighting:
There are several solutions for lighting. For a non-permanent solution, you can use a magnetic kit, # RM-2120. For a permanent solution you can wire the vehicle with diodes using Roadmaster Universal Hy-Power Diode Wiring Kit, # RM-154. I have included a link to a video showing a typical diode installation.

Supplemental Braking:
The easiest to use and install is the Roadmaster Even Brake Portable Proportional Braking , # 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 the vehicle and RV.

I have included a link to our series of FAQ articles on flat towing. In them you will find a wealth of information that should be very helpful to you when flat towing a vehicle.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Teri S.

7/1/2020

This helped very much. Do I still have to put it in neutral? What about the 4 wheel drive. Do I put it in neutral

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Chris R.

7/6/2020

I wasn't able to track down the owner's manual for your 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee, but this information should be listed in it under the "Recreational Towing" section. It will tell you exactly what gear it should be in along with any other steps that need to be taken before heading out.

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