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How to Flat Tow an XJ or MJ

What is Flat Tow?

Means the vehicle wheels are all on the ground and connected via tow bar.   

What do I need to do?

Depending on your XJ Cherokee or MJ Comanche specs, the transmission and transfer case must be set correctly to avoid any damage to the drivetrain.

  • Automatic transmission should be in PARK.   
  • Manual Transmissions should use 2nd gear.
  • Transfer Case should be put in NEUTRAL.

Troubleshooting Cooling System

XJ's tend to have issues overheating.    XJs changed from Closed to Open Cooling systems in 1990.  

Here are some troubleshooting steps to determine the cause.

Check for Air in the system

Sometimes if you overheat, have a bad radiator cap or general leak, you can get air in the system.     The easiest way to eliminate all air is to have a Tefba Coolant filter mounted at the highest point of the radiator hose.    The Tefba Coolant filter provides an easy entry to fill the cooling system and burps air since its at the highest point.