Can 4-Flat Plug On Jeep Wrangler Be Used For Light Bar On Bike Rack While Flat Towing?
Updated 12/30/2025 | Published 12/12/2025
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Question:
Hello, I flat tow a 2011 Jeep Wrangler behind a motorhome. I have a plug-and-play for the lights that goes to a 7-way to a 6-way to the jeep. I would like to use the 4-way plug on the jeep to power a light bar on a bike rack. Do you have any recommendations for this setup? Thank You
asked by: Charles T
Expert Reply:
Hi Charles. Yes, you can absolutely use the 4 way plug on your 2011 Jeep Wrangler to power a light bar on a bike rack while flat towing. Since your Jeep is already receiving the lighting signals from the motorhome through the 7 way to 6 way harness, that 4 way connector on the Jeep will carry the same tail, turn, and brake signals.
Does your bike rack already have a built-in light bar? If not, the Curt Auxiliary LED Indicator Lights # C53201 are a great option that can be added to virtually any bike rack. They will plug right into the 4-way plug on your Jeep. This gives you a simple and reliable way to add visibility at the back of your bike rack while towing.
Also, please note if your 4-flat is factory, it likely will not be live when being towed. It has to be an aftermarket 4-flat like part # 118416.
Do you already have a bike rack you plan to use?
Let me know if there is anything else I can do to help!
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Jesse M.
12/29/2025
Hey Charles, how did things go using the 4-way plug on your Jeep to power the light bar on your bike rack while flat towing? Your update could make it easier for the next person setting up a similar towing setup.