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Happytrails

As you suggested I spoke with the owner of a local transmission shop today regarding the suitability of Jeep Cherokees with automatic transmissions as tow vehicles. He told me that the vast majority of problems his shop has seen were the result of towing in overdrive. He stated that the owners manual (I don't have one, bought mine used) is very clear about not towing in OD, that 3rd gear should be used when towing. Another issue is speed. In California the speed limit for a passenger vehicle with trailer is 55mph. He said if one observes the speed limit and stays out of OD while towing the Jeep is a perfectly servicable tow vehicle (assuming it has been fitted with the tow package and the weight ratings aren't exceeded). The other key to prolonging transmission life is proper maintenance, which is true for either an automatic or standard transmission. This is good news for me, since I already have a Cherokee with tow package that I would like to use to tow a 2720.

Paul