Will Miles Accumulate on Odometer of 2021 Jeep Gladiator When Flat Towed
Updated 04/02/2021 | Published 03/31/2021
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Question:
Does Flat towing a 2021 Jeep Gladiator add mileage to it, I know you answered the question about the 2017 Wrangler I was just wondering if the same is true for the 2021 Gladiator.
asked by: Bruce S
Expert Reply:
Miles are not added onto the odometer of the 2021 Jeep Gladiator when it's flat towed. The odometer is electronic, not mechanically driven off the transmission or differential so miles will not accumulate when the vehicle isn't running.
In order to safely flat tow your Gladiator, you'll need base plates, a tow bar, safety cables, a taillight wiring harness, a supplemental braking system and possibly a high/low adapter if the installed height of the base plates has a +/- 3 inch difference from the height of the hitch on the motorhome.
Here's what I'd recommend:
• Base Plates- Roadmaster # RM-521453-5 direct connect base pates
• Tow Bar- Roadmaster Falcon All-Terrain tow bar, part # RM-522
• Safety Cables, # RM-643
• Taillight Wiring Harness- # RM-15267
• Supplemental Braking System- # SM99251 (Motorhome With Hydraulic Brakes) or # SM99243
(Motorhome With Air Brakes)
I've linked to some installation videos and a help article that will help determine if you need a high/low adapter.
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