Recommended parts to Flat Tow my 2014 Jeep Patriot

Updated 06/29/2020 | Published 06/25/2020

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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

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Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

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$575.00

Roadmaster Bulb and Socket Tail Light Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - Incandescent

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$84.48

Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs

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$850.00

RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables - 6,000 lbs

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Roadmaster Even Brake Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional

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Question:

Is this vehicle easy to flat tow?

asked by: David P

Expert Reply:

It is perfectly acceptable per the owners manual to flat tow your 2014 Jeep Patriot as long as it is a manual transmission. The equipment you will need is explained below.

The Roadmaster EZ2 Base Plate Kit part # 521441-1 will be the correct base plate kit for your 2014 Jeep Patriot.

In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking to flat tow your vehicle. The most popular compatible tow bar is the Falcon 2, # RM-520. For safety cables you can use # RM-643. The coiled design helps keep the cables off of the ground.

For lighting you can use the bulb and socket kit, # RM-155, and not have to worry about cutting and splicing into the vehicle wiring.

And finally, most states now require supplemental braking in the vehicle being flat towed. The easiest system to set up and use is the Even Brake proportional system, # RM-9400, that applies the vehicle brakes in proportion to how much the two vehicle is braking. This is the safest way to stop and it reduces wear and tear on both vehicles.