How to Flat Tow 2005 Jeep Liberty 4WD
Question:
procedure on how to tow flat wheel down I can not verify procedure on a 2005 liberty 4wd v6 3.7l 4 speed automatic
asked by: Keith P
Expert Reply:
I took a look at the online version of the owner's manual for your 2005 Jeep Liberty and for the 4WD model it lists the following procedure for shifting the transfer case to N (Neutral) so that it can be flat towed with all 4 wheels on the ground:
1. Depress brake pedal,
2. Shift transmission into N (Neutral).
3. Shift transfer case lever into N (Neutral).
4. Start engine.
5. Shift automatic transmission into D (Drive) or manual transmission into any forward gear.
6. Release brake pedal and ensure that there is no vehicle movement.
7. Shut the engine OFF and place the ignition key into the unlocked OFF position
8. Shift automatic transmission into P (Park) or ensure manual transmission is in any forward gear.
9. Apply parking brake.
10. Attach vehicle to the tow vehicle with tow bar.
11. Release parking brake.
I do recommend verifying this information in your copy of the manual as well. On the online version it starts on page 287.
To flat tow the Jeep you will need a base plate kit, a tow bar, safety cables, a lighting solution, and a supplemental braking system. For your particular Jeep Liberty I recommend the following components:
Base Plate Kit - Roadmaster Direct-Connect # RM-521423-5 for a secure attachment and a clean appearance.
Tow Bar - Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain # RM-522 with Safety Cables # RM-643.
Lighting Solution - Hopkins Plug-In # HM56203 with Extension # HM48235.
Braking System - Demco SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO # SM99251 with # RM-88400 relay if the RV has hydraulic brakes or the Air Force One # SM99243 if it has air brakes.
I have attached installation videos for the parts mentioned that you can check out as well.
Products Referenced in This Question
Hopkins 4-Pole Flat Wiring Extension - 120" Long
- Flat Tow Wiring Harness
- Plugs into Vehicle Wiring
- Extension Cord
- Universal
- Hopkins
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Hopkins Custom Tail Light Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles
- Flat Tow Wiring Harness
- Plugs into Vehicle Wiring
- Wiring Harness
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- Tail Light Mount
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Roadmaster Falcon All-Terrain Tow Bar - Non-Binding - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6000 lbs
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Crossbar
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Direct Connect
- Stores on RV
- Non-Binding
- Roadmaster
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RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables - 6,000 lbs
- Safety Cables
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- 68 Inch Long
- 6000 lbs GTW
- Snap Hooks
- Coated Cables
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Brake-Lite Relay Kit for Towed Vehicles
- Flat Tow Brake System
- Brake Light Relay
- Roadmaster
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Demco Air Force One Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Air Brakes - Proportional
- Flat Tow Brake System
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- One Time Set-Up
- Fixed System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Demco
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Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional
- Flat Tow Brake System
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- One Time Set-Up
- Fixed System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Demco
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Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Tow Bar Base Plate
- Removable Draw Bars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Roadmaster
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