Can a Jeep Wrangler be flat towed?
According to the 2020 manual for the Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Gladiator models, both the automatic and manual versions are flat towable.
How do I put my Jeep Wrangler in flat tow mode?
Key must be in the “accessory” position:
- Depress and hold the brake pedal.
- Set Parking Brake.
- Shift an automatic transmission into NEUTRAL (N) or depress clutch pedal on manual transmission.
- Shift the transfer case level into NEUTRAL (N).
- Start the engine.
Can a Jeep Wrangler be flat towed behind an RV?
The Jeep Wrangler JK models that are 4×4 are able to be flat towed as well. There is information in your owner’s manual or at your local Jeep dealership to figure out how to flat tow your Jeep Wrangler JK safely. Non-4×4 models of Jeep Wrangler may be able to be towed with all four wheels on a trailer depending upon your RV’s towing capacity.
How do you tow a Jeep Wrangler JK?
Attach the Jeep to the tow vehicle with a tow bar. Release the parking brake. Note: Damage to the transmission may occur if the transmission is shifted into PARK (P) with the transfer case in NEUTRAL (N) and the engine running! Note: Do not use a bumper mounted clamp-on tow bar on the Jeep Wrangler or Wrangler Unlimited JK.
Can a jeep be towed as a dinghy?
Jeeps that can be towed dinghy style have a manual transmission case that will allow for constant lubrication when the vehicle is placed into neutral. This is why so many Jeep models and trims can be flat towed. Once again, the best way to ensure that your vehicle can be flat towed is to check the owner’s manual.
What’s the towing capacity of a Jeep Wrangler?
A 5,000 lbs. towing capacity will also accommodate a Jeep Wrangler. However, this may not apply to Jeeps that have been customized and are heavier than 5,000 pounds.
The Jeep Wrangler JK models that are 4×4 are able to be flat towed as well. There is information in your owner’s manual or at your local Jeep dealership to figure out how to flat tow your Jeep Wrangler JK safely. Non-4×4 models of Jeep Wrangler may be able to be towed with all four wheels on a trailer depending upon your RV’s towing capacity.
Attach the Jeep to the tow vehicle with a tow bar. Release the parking brake. Note: Damage to the transmission may occur if the transmission is shifted into PARK (P) with the transfer case in NEUTRAL (N) and the engine running! Note: Do not use a bumper mounted clamp-on tow bar on the Jeep Wrangler or Wrangler Unlimited JK.
Jeeps that can be towed dinghy style have a manual transmission case that will allow for constant lubrication when the vehicle is placed into neutral. This is why so many Jeep models and trims can be flat towed. Once again, the best way to ensure that your vehicle can be flat towed is to check the owner’s manual.
How to get a flat on a Jeep Wrangler?
Shift the automatic transmission into DRIVE (D) or the manual transmission into gear. Release the brake pedal and ensure that there is no vehicle movement. IMPORTANT: Shut the engine off and place the ignition key into the unlocked OFF position.* Shift the automatic transmission into PARK (P). Apply the parking brake.