Flat Towing Setup And Equipment Recommendations For A 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee  

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According to the manual for the 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee your model will need to be the 4x4 with 2-Speed Transfer Case to be able to be flat towed (all 4 wheels on the ground). If your model is then you'll need to complete the steps listed below to get your vehicle ready to flat tow.

1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop on level ground, and shift the transmission to PARK.
2. Turn the engine OFF.
3. Turn the ignition to the ON/RUN mode, but do not start the engine.
4. Press and hold the brake pedal.
5. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL.
6. Using a ballpoint pen or similar object, push and hold the recessed NEUTRAL (N) button (located by the selector switch) for four seconds. The light behind the N symbol will blink, indicating shift in progress. The light will stop blinking (stay on solid) when the shift to NEUTRAL (N) is complete.
7. After the shift is completed and the NEUTRAL (N) light stays on, release the NEUTRAL (N) button.
8. Start the engine.
9. Release the parking brake.
10. Shift the transmission into REVERSE.
11. Release the brake pedal for five seconds and ensure that there is no vehicle movement.
12. Shift the transmission to NEUTRAL.
13. Apply the parking brake.
14. Shift the transmission into PARK, turn the engine OFF, and remove the key fob.
15. Attach the vehicle to the tow vehicle using a suitable tow bar.
16. Turn the ignition to the ON/RUN mode, but do not start the engine.
17. Press and hold the brake pedal.
18. Release the parking brake.
19. Turn the ignition OFF, remove the key fob, and release the brake pedal.

You will need a tow bar, tow bar wiring kit, base plate, braking system, and safety cables to tow your 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee. I have the following recommendations for you below:

Tow Bar: Blue Ox Alpha 2 Non-Binding Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,500lbs Item # BX7380. This tow bar has a non-binding feature that make it easy to unhook the tow bar on any terrain.

Tow Bar Wiring Kit: Roadmaster Universal Hy-Power Diode Wiring Kit Item # RM-154. This wiring kit will splice into your vehicle's wiring to use your tail lights to signal instead of having to run magnetic lights every time you need to tow your vehicle.

Base Plate: Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms Item # BX1128. The hidden reinforcements, along with the removable bracket arms, provide a clean, unobtrusive look when your car is not being towed.

Braking System: Brake Buddy Select 3 Portable Supplemental Braking System - Proportional Item # HM39524. This system is a reoccurring setup but only takes a few minutes to put in place and comes with a charge line kit that will prevent your vehicle's battery from draining while towing.

Safety Cables: The # BX7380 tow bar I recommended includes a safety cables so you won't have to buy any separately.

Once you install all of the equipment and follow the steps listed above you'll have a great time towing your 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

expert reply by: Kevin C

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