Needed Tow Bar and Accessories to Flat Tow 2007 Jeep Liberty
Updated 10/25/2012 | Published 10/24/2012
Products Featured in This Question
Question:
I have a 2007 Jeep liberty, that we intend to tow behind our motorhome. I would like to know all the parts I would need. Do I need a base Plate for the Jeep? What about tow bar, and braking. If it requires a base plate, can I install myself? I have been pulling trailers a long time, but never a Car with a tow bar. Any and all help would be appreciated. Thanks
asked by: David S
Expert Reply:
In order to flat tow your Liberty, you will need to install a base plate kit. I would recommend the Roadmaster EZ4 Base Plate Kit, part # RM-521423-4. A base plate offers a safe and secure attachment point to the vehicle. This particular Roadmaster kit offers easily-removable drawbars. One they are removed, the bracketry is pretty much invisible. If you are mechanically inclined, you might be able to handle the installation, but it is fairly involved.
Typically, an RV would have a receiver hitch on the rear, so rather than a pintle mounted tow bar like the StowMaster you referenced, a receiver mounted tow bar like the Roadmaster Falcon 2, part # RM-520 would be a better choice for you. The Falcon 2 has many convenience features, like the storage latch that allows the bar to be folded flat up against the rear of the vehicle when not in use, plus the auto-locking and centering feature that makes hitching and removing the tow bar much easier.
Safety cables like # RM-643 or # RM-645 will also be needed. Which cables you would need is a matter of personal preference. Some prefer the coiled style, which will not drag on the ground and possibly get damaged, while other prefer the straight cables that can be wrapped around the tow bar arms.
Although there a quite a few available options for wiring your vehicle (see link), I prefer a bulb and socket kit, like the Roadmaster Kit, part # RM-155. A bulb and socket kit is very easy to install, only requiring that a 9/16 inch hole be drilled in the rear of each tail light assembly. The kit allows the tow lighting to remain completely independent of the wiring of the Liberty. The kit provides wiring to run to the front of the vehicle, but you will need an umbilical. If your RV has a 4 -pole flat connector, you would need to remove it and use part # BX8861. If your RV has a 7-way connector, use part # BX88254.
Just as with the lighting, there are many ways to go with a braking system. If you want a product that is easy to install and use, the Roadmaster Even Brake, part # RM-9400 would be a good choice. If you click on the provided link, you can see information about the additional available options.
According to my research, the Jeep Liberty with either manual or automatic transmission is capable of being flat towed without modification. Towing above 65 mph is not advised, and it is recommended that the towed vehicle be started periodically to prevent battery drain. I would strongly recommend you confirm the towing procedures by checking your owners manual or with Jeep.
I have linked you to the parts I recommended as well a product demonstration video for the tow bar and some FAQ articles you might find helpful.
Featured Help Information
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Article: Flat Towing Package for 2005-2007 Jeep Liberty
- Video: Checking Out the Roadmaster InvisiBrake Flat Tow Brake System
- Video: Setting up the Roadmaster InvisiBrake Flat Tow Brake System on your 2011 Jeep Liberty
- Video: SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO Braking System Installation - 2006 Jeep Liberty
- Shop: Roadmaster Nighthawk All-Terrain Tow Bar w/ LED Lights - Non-Binding - RV Mount - 8,000 lbs
- Shop: Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Shop: Demco Tow Bar Accessory Kit with Diodes - 6-Way Cable w/ 7-Way Adapter - Lock Set
- Shop: Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Shop: Demco Commander II Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs
- Shop: Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional
- Shop: Roadmaster Battery Charge Line Kit for Towed Vehicles
- Shop: Vehicle Tow Bar Wiring
- Shop: Vehicle Tow Bar Brake System
- Shop: Base Plate for Tow Bar
- Video: An In-Depth Look at the Roadmaster Battery Charge Line Kit for Towed Vehicles
- Article: Best Vehicles to Flat Tow Behind an RV
- Q&A: Which is Better Roadmaster or Blue Ox Tow Bar
- Search Results: base plate for tow bar
- Video: An In-Depth Look at the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit
- Q&A: Recommended Parts for Flat Towing a 2025 Ford Maverick
- Search Results: tow bar
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Video: Comparing Portable Flat Tow Braking Systems - Curt RVi and Blue Ox Patriot
- Article: Must-Have Flat Towing Components
- Search Results: vehicle tow bar wiring
- Q&A: Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2024 Ford Maverick Hybrid
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Search Results: tow bar base plate
- Article: Flat Towing Package for 2007-2018 JK Jeep Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between the Blue Ox Patriot BRK2019 & BRK2022?
on Tow Bar
