Is the Mopar Flat Tow Performance Kit Needed for a 2019 Jeep Cherokee
Published 08/26/2019
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We just bought a 2019 jeep Cherokee and the manual refers to purchase of the mopar flat tow wiring kit to activate the power steering while towing. Is this necessary?
asked by: Diane L
Expert Reply:
According to my research, the Mopar Flat Tow Performance Kit 68321424AB is no longer needed on a 2019 Jeep Cherokee as it was for previous model years because revisions have been made to the power steering system to aid stability. That said, only the models with Active Drive II Transfer Case can be flat-towed which I believe is only available on the Trailhawk. I have attached some parts you will need to flat-tow below if you are interested.
Roadmaster Nighthawk All Terrain Tow Bar part # RM-676
Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit part # RM-521452-5 (Body Color Bumper)
Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit part # RM-521451-5 (Black Molded Bumper)
Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire part # RM-15267
Roadmaster Battery Charge Line Kit for Towed Vehicles part # RM-156-25
SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System part # SM99251
Roadmaster Stop Light Switch Kit part # RM-751471
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Roadmaster Nighthawk All-Terrain Tow Bar w/ LED Lights - Non-Binding - RV Mount - 8,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount
- Telescoping - Non-Binding
- Aluminum
- 8000 lbs
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Direct Connect
- Stores on RV
- Cables Included
- Roadmaster
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