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Does anyone tow Chrysler Aspen or Dodge Durango

I have a 2008 Chrysler Aspen  (same as Durango) and would like to know if I need to pull a fuse to keep from running battery down while in tow.
Thanks,
Jerry
Jerry & Nanci
1999 U270 34'WTFI
2011 Malibu
A smart man knows what to say, a wise man knows when to say it.

Re: Does anyone tow Chrysler Aspen or Dodge Durango

Reply #1 –
I just finished reading the manual and while I am having trouble believing it, you actually leave the trans in Park.  I tried it and it works.  I guess I don't have to understand it...just accept it.
Thanks all.
Jerry & Nanci
1999 U270 34'WTFI
2011 Malibu
A smart man knows what to say, a wise man knows when to say it.

Re: Does anyone tow Chrysler Aspen or Dodge Durango

Reply #2 –
Quote from: Green99 –
I just finished reading the manual and while I am having trouble believing it, you actually leave the trans in Park.  I tried it and it works.  I guess I don't have to understand it...just accept it.
You leave the trans in park?  This is when towing with 4 wheels down?  And all 4 wheels turn?  Then what the heck good is the "PARK" position on the trans?  They could just as well call it "ROLL DOWN THE HILL".  Do they supply chocks with the vehicle?
1993 U280 SE 40' WTBI, Build: 4359
C8.3 300hp, 6-Speed, Exhaust Brake
960 watts on the roof (6 x 160)
Sorento (or BOLT) on a Kar Kaddy SS
"Surely, no age has been more fraught with insecurity than our own present time."

Re: Does anyone tow Chrysler Aspen or Dodge Durango

Reply #3 –
We've flat towed our 2012 Wrangler automatic 40,000 mi with the transmission in Park and transfer case in Neutral. No screeching and the tires are still round. Durango may share stuff with Jeeps. Same company.
Doug, Mary & Abby the Terrier, boss of us.
2012 Nimbus 40',  #6557
2012 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
Salem, SC

Re: Does anyone tow Chrysler Aspen or Dodge Durango

Reply #4 –
Quote from: dougself –
...with the transmission in Park and transfer case in Neutral.
Ahhh...that is the key - a transfer case.  OP didn't mention it was a 4-wheel drive vehicle.  NEVER MIND...
1993 U280 SE 40' WTBI, Build: 4359
C8.3 300hp, 6-Speed, Exhaust Brake
960 watts on the roof (6 x 160)
Sorento (or BOLT) on a Kar Kaddy SS
"Surely, no age has been more fraught with insecurity than our own present time."
 

Re: Does anyone tow Chrysler Aspen or Dodge Durango

Reply #5 –
The shift is electronic.  You push a small button with a ballpoint pen.  The electronic part concerned me.  I'm old school, pull the lever to neutral.
Jerry & Nanci
1999 U270 34'WTFI
2011 Malibu
A smart man knows what to say, a wise man knows when to say it.