Towing A Disabled Vehicle - Jeep Cherokee 2009 Operating Information Manual

CAUTION!
The front tow eyes should be used for vehicle
towing on paved roads only. Do not use tow eyes
for tow truck hookup. You could damage your
vehicle. Tow straps are recommended when
towing the vehicle, chains may cause vehicle
damage.
Model Flat Towing (all four
wheels on the ground)
2 Wheel Drive Rear driveshaft removed
4 Wheel Drive Yes
WARNING!
Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow
eyes. Tow straps and chains may break, causing
serious injury.
TOWING METHOD
Flat Bed Towing (Recom-
mended for speeds > 30
mph (48 km/h) and dis-
tances > 15 miles (24 km)
and/or when using a ve-
hicle trailer [All four
wheels suspended off the
ground])
All four wheels suspended
off the ground
All four wheels suspended
off the ground

TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE

Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to
prevent damage to your vehicle. Use of safety
chains is recommended. Attach towing device
to main structural members of the vehicle —
not to bumpers or associated brackets. State
and local laws applying to vehicles under tow
must be observed.
NOTE:
The transmission and transfer case must be in
NEUTRAL under any towing configuration.
Front Wheels Raised, Rear Rear Wheels Raised, Front
Wheels on the Ground Wheels on the Ground
Speed < 30 mph (48 km/h) Speed < 30 mph (48 km/h)
and distance < 15 miles (24 and distance < 15 miles (24
km) km)
Not Recommended Not Recommended
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