Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.); Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle; Recreational Towing - Front-Wheel Drive (Fwd) Models - Jeep Compass User Manual

RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)

Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle

TOWING CONDITION
Flat Tow
Dolly Tow
On Trailer
NOTE:
• When towing your vehicle, always follow
applicable state and provincial laws. Con-
tact state and local authorities offices for
additional details.
• You must ensure that the Auto Park Brake
feature is disabled before towing this ve-
hicle, to avoid inadvertent Electric Park
Brake engagement. The Auto Park Brake
feature is enabled or disabled via the cus-
tomer programmable features in the
Uconnect Settings.
WHEELS OFF THE GROUND
NONE
REAR
FRONT
ALL
Recreational Towing — Front-Wheel Drive
(FWD) Models
Recreational towing is allowed ONLY if the
front wheels are OFF the ground. This may be
accomplished using a tow dolly (front wheels
off the ground) or vehicle trailer (all four
wheels off the ground). If using a tow dolly,
follow this procedure:
1. Properly secure the dolly to the tow ve-
hicle, following the dolly manufacturer's
instructions.
2. Drive the front wheels onto the tow dolly.
FRONT WHEEL DRIVE (FWD)
NOT ALLOWED
NOT ALLOWED
OK
BEST METHOD
3. Apply the Electric Park Brake (EPB).
Place the transmission in PARK. Turn the
engine OFF.
4. Properly secure the front wheels to the
dolly, following the dolly manufacturer's
instructions.
5. Turn the ignition to the ON/RUN position,
but do not start the engine.
6. Press and hold the brake pedal.
7. Release the Electric Park Brake (EPB).
8. Turn the ignition OFF, remove the key fob,
and release the brake pedal.
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD)
NOT ALLOWED
NOT ALLOWED
NOT ALLOWED
OK
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