Towing Information: Service and Repair
TWO-WHEEL-DRIVE VEHICLE TOWING
Towing Rear End Lifted (Sling-Type)
WARNING: WHEN TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE AND THE DRIVE WHEELS ARE SECURED IN A WHEEL LIFT OR TOW DOLLIES, ENSURE THE TRANSMISSION IS IN THE PARK POSITION (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION) OR A FORWARD DRIVE GEAR (MANUAL TRANSMISSION).
CAUTION: Do not use steering column lock to secure steering wheel during towing operation.
2WD XJ vehicles can be towed with the front wheels on the surface for extended distances at speeds not exceeding 48 km/h (30 mph). If the vehicle is equipped with a factory installed trailer tow package, use a SAE approved wheel lift device.
1. Attach J-hooks around the axle shaft tube outboard of the shock absorber.
2. Place the sling crossbar under and forward of the bumper.
3. Attach safety chains around the frame rails.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position to unlock the steering wheel.
5. Secure steering wheel in the straight ahead position with a clamp device designed for towing.
6. Verify that steering components are in good condition.
7. Shift the transmission to NEUTRAL.
Towing Rear End Lifted (Wheel Lift)
1. Raise front of vehicle off ground and install tow dollies under front wheels.
2. Attach wheel lift to rear wheels.
3. Place transmission in Neutral.
4. Raise vehicle to towing height.
5. Place transmission in Park (automatic transmission) or First gear (manual transmission).
Towing Front End Lifted
To prevent damage to front fascia components, use only a Wheel-Lift type towing device or Flat-Bed hauling equipment.
If using the wheel-lift towing method:
1. Raise rear of vehicle off ground and install tow dollies under rear wheels.
2. Attach wheel lift to front wheels.
3. Place transmission in Neutral.
4. Raise vehicle to towing height.
5. Place transmission in Park (automatic transmission) or First gear (manual transmission).
FOUR-WHEEL-DRIVE VEHICLE TOWING
DaimlerChrysler Corporation recommends that a 4WD vehicle be transported on a flat bed device. A wheel lift or sling type device can be used provided all wheels are lifted off the ground using tow dollies.
If the vehicle is equipped with a factory installed trailer tow package, use a SAE approved wheel lift device.
WARNING: WHEN TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE AND THE DRIVE WHEELS ARE SECURED IN A WHEEL LIFT OR TOW DOLLIES, ENSURE THE TRANSMISSION IS IN THE PARK POSITION (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION) OR A FORWARD DRIVE GEAR (MANUAL TRANSMISSION).
Towing-rear End Lifted (Sling Type)
1. Raise front of vehicle off ground and install tow dollies under front wheels.
2. Attach J-hooks around rear axle shaft tube outboard of shock absorber.
3. Place sling crossbar under and forward of bumper.
4. Attach safety chains around frame rails.
5. Turn ignition switch to OFF position to unlock steering wheel.
6. Secure steering wheel in the straight ahead position with a clamp device designed for towing.
7. Shift transfer case to Neutral.
Towing Rear End Lifted (Wheel Lift)
1. Raise front of vehicle off ground and install tow dollies under front wheels.
2. Attach wheel lift to rear wheels.
3. Place transmission in Neutral.
4. Raise vehicle to towing height.
5. Place transmission in Park (automatic transmission) or First gear (manual transmission).
Towing Front End Lifted
To prevent damage to front fascia components, use only a Wheel-Lift type towing device or Flat-Bed hauling equipment.
1. Raise the rear of the vehicle off the ground and install tow dollies under rear wheels.
2. Attach wheel lift to front wheels.
3. Place transmission in Neutral.
4. Raise vehicle to towing height.
5. Place transmission in Park (automatic transmission) or First gear (manual transmission).
EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS
WARNING: REMAIN AT A SAFE DISTANCE FROM A VEHICLE THAT IS BEING TOWED VIA ITS TOW HOOKS. THE TOW STRAPS/CHAINS COULD BREAK AND CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY.
Some Jeep vehicles are equipped with front and rear emergency tow hooks. The tow hooks should be used for EMERGENCY purposes only.
CAUTION: DO NOT use emergency tow hooks for tow truck hook-up or highway towing.