How to disable steering wheel lock for towing?
How can the steering wheel lock be disabled? Turning the ignition to ON will bypass the lock and will run the battery down. Installing a battery disconnect so the key can remain in the ON position bypasses the tow brake assist. With the key in the accessory position, the steering wheel lock will still engage in a turn.
Can a Jeep Cherokee be towed on the ground?
The vehicle can now be towed with all four wheels on the ground or with front or rear wheels raised. Check that transmission is in P (Park), and shift transfer case to N (Neutral).
What’s the best way to tow a jeep?
The vehicle can now be towed with the front wheels raised. Place a dolly under the rear wheels and tow with the front end raised. If the transfer case cannot be shifted into N (Neutral), place a dolly under the rear wheels and tow the vehicle with the front wheels raised.
Do you need a flat tow harness on a Jeep Cherokee?
The following information will be of interest to owners of Jeep Cherokee vehicles (model years 2014 to 2018) who need to obtain the Mopar Flat Tow Wiring Harness. The part is designed to prevent the Cherokee from wobbling when it is flat towed behind a motorhome. It must be installed by an authorized Jeep dealer.
What should the towing speed be on a Jeep Cherokee?
If your vehicle is disabled and is to be towed with the front or rear wheels off the ground, towing speed should be limited to 30 mph (48 km/h) for a distance no greater than 15 miles (24 km). CAUTION: Do not disconnect rear prop shaft because fluid will leak from the transfer case and damage internal parts.
Can You tow a Jeep Grand Cherokee 4 down?
The second time it accrued it was violent enough that we decided not to tow it 4 down anymore and purchased a 2017 Wrangler to tow 4 down. You own the Grand Cherokee you can get the death wobble and Fiat solution is not to tow 4 down but on a trailer with all wheels off the ground and that is the official responds from Fiat to CYA.
How do you flat tow a Jeep Wrangler?
On a flat surface with the parking brake on or using a wheel chock get into your Jeep Wrangler and take the following steps to flat tow your Jeep. 1. Put the key in the ignition and move it to the accessory position. 2.
Where does the tow bar go on a jeep?
There are a lot of tow bars on the market ranging from just over one hundred dollars to well into the thousands. Simply put, the tow bar mounts onto the front bumper of your Jeep and can be folded down to hook onto the hitch of your tow rig. We recommend getting a tow bar that comes with chains equipped.
Is the steering column lock good for towing?
The steering column lock is not strong enough to withstand the shock transmitted from the front wheels while towing. Also, before towing the vehicle with the rear wheels lifted, secure the steering column with a steering wheel clamping device designed for towing service.