Trailer Hitch on manual Cherokee?
04-12-2010, 07:55 PM
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Trailer Hitch on manual Cherokee?
I just installed a trailer hitch on my 93 2.5L 5 speed manual RWD Cherokee. i know it's generally a bad idea to tow with a manual, and the 4 cylinder, but I'm hoping I'll be okay towing my small boat. Any suggestions? I hope I'm not making a mistake.
04-12-2010, 08:15 PM
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i prefer to tow with a manual theere was a recent thread on here that had a pic of the factory manual page that referenced the towing capabilities but im sure with just a small boat you will be fine
04-12-2010, 08:20 PM
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Good to hear. I can't imagine a manual making the load too terribly hard on the transmission, especially with a light load. I just looked at my owners manual and it didn't include any specs for the 2.5L, and also claims that you should tow w/ an automatic only.. so I panicked a little after the lengthy hitch installation. Thanks for your reply.
04-12-2010, 08:37 PM
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I have towed with both auto and manual and not much difference, however I prefer the manual tranny for towing because I could downshift on a downhill or when slowing for a stop. The auto wants to downshift alot when in hilly areas, drives me nuts.
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Nothing wrong with using a manual to tow - I do it all the time!
You just don't find M/T tow packages because most people just don't know how to tow with a stick anymore (and therefore end up wrecking the clutch and usually screwing up the gearbox.)
And, the AMC four-cylinder is a "grunty" little engine - as long as your weight penalty isn't too severe, you should be fine. Especially since you'll be using the manual anyhow - gives you more control over what's happening.
You just don't find M/T tow packages because most people just don't know how to tow with a stick anymore (and therefore end up wrecking the clutch and usually screwing up the gearbox.)
And, the AMC four-cylinder is a "grunty" little engine - as long as your weight penalty isn't too severe, you should be fine. Especially since you'll be using the manual anyhow - gives you more control over what's happening.
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i would tow with my manual over my auto any day of the week.....i just feel more in control when i can shift up or down as i want, and if you arent lugging it down too bad or riding the clutch you will be fine
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