All Parts Needed for Flat Towing 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee Behind an RV

Published 08/22/2014

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Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar for Blue Ox Base Plates - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs

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$850.00

Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - 4-Way Flat Connectors

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$102.73

Roadmaster Universal Magnetic Tow Lights with 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector

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$86.66

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:

I have read the previous information of the equipment needed to flat tow the 200 Cherokee. A friend of mine now tells me that in order to flat tow the Cherokee I need the automatic transmission needs to be disengaged. Do yo have any information regarding this issue. Appreciate your assistance. Cheers,

asked by: JOHN R

Expert Reply:

From the research I did it looks like if your 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is 4 wheel drive you are good to go for flat towing. If it's 2 wheel drive you will need a lube pump kit to allow your vehicle to be flat towed. We do not carry lube pumps at this time but they are available elsewhere.

You will want to consult the owners manual of your vehicle before you flat tow your vehicle to confirm that there aren't any restrictions.

There are 5 main components needed to flat tow a vehicle:

Base Plates:
You can use Roadmaster XL base plates, # 1419-5 (no longer available). The base plates provide a safe and secure attachment point for the tow bar.

Tow Bar:
For a tow bar compatible with XL base plates, I recommend the Falcon 2 Tow Bar, # RM-520. This is the most popular tow bar for XL base plates that we carry. I have included links to the installation details and a video review of the tow bar for you to view.

Safety Cables:
I recommend the Single Hook Coiled Cables, # RM-643. The coiled design helps to keep the cables from touching the ground. They are needed just in case the vehicle becomes disconnected from the RV.

Lighting:
There are several solutions for lighting. For a non-permanent solution, you can use a magnetic kit, # RM-2120. For a permanent solution you can wire the vehicle with diodes using Roadmaster Universal Hy-Power Diode Wiring Kit, # RM-154. I have included a link to a video showing a typical diode installation.

Supplemental Braking:
The easiest to use and install is the Roadmaster Even Brake Portable Proportional Braking, # RM-9400. This unit is a proportional controller that applies the vehicle brakes in proportion to how much the RV is braking. This provides the safest type of braking and saves wear and tear on the vehicle and RV.

I have included a link to our series of FAQ articles on flat towing. In them you will find a wealth of information that should be very helpful to you when flat towing a vehicle.