Jeep 2011 Patriot - Owner Manual - Manual (Page 380)

RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)
Towing Condition Wheels OFF The
Ground
Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission
Flat Tow None
• Transmission in NEUTRAL
• Key in ACC
No
Dolly Tow
Front No OK (FWD Only)
Rear No No
On Trailer All OK OK
CAUTION!
• Do not flat tow any vehicle equipped with a
automatic transmission. Damage to the drivetrain
will result. If these vehicles require towing, make
sure all drive wheels are off the ground.
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CAUTION! (Continued)
• Front or rear wheel lifts should not be used.
Internal damage to the transmission or transfer
case will occur if a front or rear wheel lift is used
when recreational towing.
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