Jeep Wrangler: RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME) / Recreational Towing — Four-Wheel Drive Models

NOTE:

The transfer case must be shifted into (N) Neutral, automatic transmission must be in PARK, and manual transmission must be in gear (NOT in NEUTRAL) for recreational towing.

CAUTION!

  • DO NOT dolly tow any 4WD vehicle. Towing with only one set of wheels on the ground (front or rear) will cause severe transmission and/or transfer case damage. Tow with all four wheels either ON the ground, or OFF the ground (using a vehicle trailer).
  • Tow only in the forward direction. Towing this vehicle backwards can cause severe damage to the transfer case.
  • Automatic transmissions must be placed in PARK for recreational towing.
  • Manual transmissions must be placed in gear (not in NEUTRAL) for recreational towing.
  • Before recreational towing, perform the procedure outlined under “Shifting Into (N) Neutral” to be certain that the transfer case is fully in (N) Neutral. Otherwise, internal damage will result.
  • Towing this vehicle in violation of the above requirements can cause severe transmission and/or transfer case damage. Damage from improper towing is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
  • Do not use a fascia/bumper-mounted clamp-on tow bar on your vehicle. The bumper face bar will be damaged.

Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle

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Shifting Into (N) Neutral

Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for recreational towing: WARNING! You or others could be injured or killed if you leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the (N) Neutral position without first fully engaging the parking brake...

Other information:

Jeep Wrangler 2018-2026 Owners Manual: Towing Tips


Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer in an area away from heavy traffic. If using a manual transmission vehicle for trailer towing, all starts must be in FIRST gear to avoid excessive clutch slippage. Automatic Transmission — If Equipped Select the DRIVE range when towing...

Jeep Wrangler 2018-2026 Owners Manual: Service 4WD Warning Light — If Equipped


This warning light will illuminate to signal a fault with the 4WD system. If the light stays on or comes on during driving, it means that the 4WD system is not functioning properly and that service is required. We recommend you drive to the nearest service center and have the vehicle serviced immediately...

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Turn Signals. Lane Change Assist — If Equipped

Turn Signals

Move the multifunction lever up or down to activate the turn signals. The arrows on each side of the instrument cluster flash to show proper operation.

NOTE:

If either light remains on and does not flash, or there is a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside light bulb.

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