wranglerdude
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Any hints on the right way to tow my 2008 wrangler with manual trans?
wranglerdude
wranglerdude
Flat tow my Jeep
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Bounty__Hunter
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Transmission in gear, transfer case in neutral. Key in ignition and turned to unlock steering wheel, but not to accessory.
Be sure the tow bar is angled downward slightly from the Jeep to the tow rig.
Be sure the tow bar is angled downward slightly from the Jeep to the tow rig.
wranglerdude
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Sounds good. So I'm clear, put it in first gear or any gear?
Bounty__Hunter
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Unnecessary, the transfer case pump is on the main shaft and fluid is circulated as the driveshaft turns.
And running the engine in park or neutral, without driving, does nothing to circulate the transfer case fluid. The vehicle has to be in motion to drive the transfer case pump.
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Bounty__Hunter
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Manual transmission in any gear, automatic in park. Reason is, you will burn up the transmission if it's left in neutral and turned by the rest of the drivetrain. This info is also in the owner's manual.
Bounty__Hunter
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During braking it will provide slight downward force on the rear of the tow vehicle, improving handling and braking. I've towed several ways and it makes a difference.
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