I would like to tow my Automatic transmission Crossfire behind a Motorhome using a dolly (2 wheels down). I would like to know if anyone has transported a Crossfire in this manner and if there is any Chrysler or Mercedes restrictions. I do know many automatics cannot be towed with the drive wheels on the ground or require the engine to be run for a few minutes every 8 hours to circulate the transmission fluid. I have not found any information on the Crossfire. Any help would be appreciated.

2006 Aero Blue Roadster

 

I would put it in a trailer. It just seems wrong to drag a Crossfire with a hitch and have it exposed to the elements.

 

Agree. It's not a Jeep.

 

Obviously turn the tow alarm off. (I know it seems pretty obvious but there are some people who really dont read the manual)

But towing a RWD car is always a tough thing. You can't really pull it with the front wheels up because then the rear wheels and the differential are unhappy. Towing it by the back the front end means the front lip can get torn up if there are any excess bumps and the angle is steep, plus the steering wheels might turn unhappily. So best bet would probably to tow it with all four in the air.

 

Trailer it !!! " It's notta jeep " ! That's good, I gotta remember that one Red !!!

 

NO! This is just wrong.
A Mini Cooper maybe... but not a Crossfire!

 

rent someone to drive it for you ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::

 

I agree, put it on a trailer. Using a dolly, I towed a small Olds. front wheel drive from CA. to OH. and I had to replace the rear tires and shocks. I can't imagine what would happen to a Crossfire suspension. I trailered a Pontiac TA from CA. to OH. and had no problems.

 

You need one of these:
Clicky

 

Paul has this one right,
John

 

Page 170 and beyond...

Many considerations... Auto Door Locks, Towing Alarm, Body Damage, Transmission Damage, steering, etc.
Read and Re-read

Here's the specific info about automatics but read everything here:

Towing restrictions for vehicles with automatic transmission:
The vehicle may be towed with all wheels on the
ground and the transmission selector lever in the Neutral
position for distances up to 30 miles (48 km) and at a
speed not to exceed 30 mph (48 km/h). The key must be
turned to the ON/RUN position in the ignition. To be
certain to avoid a possibility of damage to the transmission,
however, we recommend the drive shaft be disconnected
at the rear axle drive flange for any towing
beyond a short tow to a nearby garage.

 

 

This was on Top Gear a while back. The inside of the van is incredible - if you like marble, small light accents and other such tranquilments. Apart from the dimensions, it was hard to believe that it was really a motor home.

Then they showed the car stowed underneath.

I think the best option would be to put the Crossfire on a trailer - a 4 wheel one - and transport it that way.