Jeep Grand Cherokee Operating Information Manual page 345

Recreational Towing – Two-Wheel
Drive Models
DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the
drivetrain will result.
Recreational towing (for two-wheel drive mod-
els) is allowed ONLY if the rear wheels are OFF
the ground. This may be accomplished using a
tow dolly or vehicle trailer. If using a tow dolly,
follow this procedure:
1. Properly secure the dolly to the tow vehicle,
following the dolly manufacturer's instruc-
tions.
NOTE:
If vehicle is equipped with Quadra-Lift air
suspension, ensure the vehicle is set to
Normal Ride Height.
2. Drive the rear wheels onto the tow dolly.
3. Firmly apply the parking brake. Shift the
transmission into PARK.
4. Turn the ignition to the OFF mode.
5. Properly secure the rear wheels to the dolly,
following the dolly manufacturer's instruc-
tions.
6. Turn the ignition to the ON/RUN mode, but
do not start the engine.
7. Confirm that the steering column is un-
locked.
8. Install a suitable clamping device, designed
for towing, to secure the front wheels in the
straight position.
9. Disconnect the negative battery cable, and
secure it away from the battery post.
NOTE:
Disconnecting your vehicle battery will
erase radio presets and may affect other
vehicle settings. It may also trigger various
fault codes, causing MIL illumination when
the battery is reconnected.
CAUTION!
Towing with the rear wheels on the ground
will cause severe transmission damage.
Damage from improper towing is not covered
under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Recreational Towing — Quadra-Trac
I (Single-Speed Transfer Case)
Four-Wheel Drive Models
Recreational towing is not allowed. These
models do not have a NEUTRAL (N) position in
the transfer case.
NOTE:
This vehicle may be towed on a flatbed or
vehicle trailer provided all four wheels are
OFF the ground.
CAUTION!
Towing this vehicle in violation of the above
requirements can cause severe transmission
and/or transfer case damage. Damage from
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