wygolfnutz Posted March 29, 2016 Report Share Posted March 29, 2016 We want to tow our Jeep Wrangler Unlimited four down but can't seem to find info on steps to take to do so safely. Do we need a key in the ignition, in neutral, and disconnect battery? I called local dealer, no help, referred to corporate, left message they never returned the call. Any help is appreciated. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darryl&Rita Posted March 29, 2016 Report Share Posted March 29, 2016 Year? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hdrider Posted March 29, 2016 Report Share Posted March 29, 2016 How to do it depends on what year it is. I've been towing a 2012 for over 3 years and towed a 2008 before that. Easy Peeeeezy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimalberta Posted March 29, 2016 Report Share Posted March 29, 2016 Flat Towing a Jeep® Wrangler According to the Jeep manual: If moving a Jeep by recreational towing, such as behind a motorhome, the vehicle must have all four wheels in contact with the pavement. The reason for this is because internal damage to the transfer case can occur if a front or rear wheel lift is used when recreational towing. How To Tow A Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Behind An RV First, the transfer case must be shifted into NEUTRAL. Here's how to do that: 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. 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. 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. The bumper face bar can be damaged. How To Shift Out Of Neutral On A Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Once you reach your destination, you will want to unhook the Jeep from the tow vehicle. Here's how to do that: Shift the automatic transmission into NEUTRAL (N) or depress the clutch pedal on a manual transmission. Shift the transfer case lever into desired position (2-Hi, 4-Hi or 4-Lo) Shift the automatic transmission into DRIVE (D) or release the clutch on a manual transmission. Note: It may be easier to shift the transfer case into position if you start the engine on the Jeep first. From the Jeep manual: The transfer case NEUTRAL (N) position disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain and will allow the vehicle to move despite the transmission position. The parking brake should always be applied with the driver is not in the vehicle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronbo Posted March 30, 2016 Report Share Posted March 30, 2016 Have a non chipped key cut. It won't start the vehicle. Transfer case in neutral. Turn key to unlock steering wheel. Tow away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hdrider Posted March 30, 2016 Report Share Posted March 30, 2016 If it's newer than a 2008 chances are it does not have a locking steering wheel so having the key on during travel will not be needed. But be sure to test it first!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray,IN Posted March 30, 2016 Report Share Posted March 30, 2016 Addition; with the Valet key in the ignition you may still use the remote door lock key fob to lock your Jeep door while towing it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wygolfnutz Posted March 30, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 30, 2016 Don't know if it makes a difference to above but it's a 2010 year Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimalberta Posted March 30, 2016 Report Share Posted March 30, 2016 Furball..... the instructions I posted are from a 2010 manual. Might as well follow that as any other advice could be iffy. I tend to read and follow directions from manuals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darryl&Rita Posted March 30, 2016 Report Share Posted March 30, 2016 Yup. Jim has it for a '10 model. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wygolfnutz Posted March 31, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 31, 2016 I appreciate the help everyone. I had to read it over a couple of times because it didn't make sense to ow with the transmission in park. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justRich Posted April 1, 2016 Report Share Posted April 1, 2016 The Jeep manual is also available in PDF and can be downloaded (sorry, don't have the link handy).I think, the Mopar website. From the PDF manual you can print out the paragraph on putting the transfer case in neutral and transmission in park. (Right. . .transmission goes to park for 4 down towing and key removal.) Keep the printout instructions in the Jeep glove box. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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