2013 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE wheel

Trailer Sway Control
The trailer sway control can be a mechanical telescoping
link that can be installed between the hitch receiver and
the trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable fric-
tion associated with the telescoping motion to dampen
any unwanted trailer swaying motions while traveling.
If equipped, the electronic Trailer Sway Control (TSC)
recognizes a swaying trailer and automatically applies
individual wheel brakes and/or reduces engine power to
attempt to eliminate the trailer sway.
Weight-Carrying Hitch
A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue
weight, just as if it were luggage located at a hitch ball or
some other connecting point of the vehicle. These kinds
of hitches are the most popular on the market today and
they are commonly used to tow small- and medium-
sized trailers.
Weight-Distributing Hitch
A weight-distributing system works by applying lever-
age through spring (load) bars. They are typically used
for heavier loads, to distribute trailer tongue weight to
the tow vehicle’s front axle and the trailer axle(s). When
used in accordance with the manufacturers’ directions, it
provides for a more level ride, offering more consistent
steering and brake control thereby enhancing towing
safety. The addition of a friction/hydraulic sway control
also dampens sway caused by traffic and crosswinds and
contributes positively to tow vehicle and trailer stability.
Trailer sway control and a weight distributing (load
equalizing) hitch are recommended for heavier Tongue
Weights (TW) and may be required depending on Vehicle
and Trailer configuration/loading to comply with gross
axle weight rating (GAWR) requirements.
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Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain.
Engine Model Frontal AreaMax. GTW (Gross
Trailer Wt.)Max. Trailer Tongue
Wt. (See Note)
3.6L 4x2 40 sq ft (3.72 sq m) 5,000 lbs (2 268 kg) 500 lbs (227 kg)
3.6L 4x4 40 sq ft (3.72 sq m) 5,000 lbs (2 268 kg) 500 lbs (227 kg)
5.7L 4x2 60 sq ft (5.57 sq m) 7,400 lbs (3 357 kg) 740 lbs (336 kg)
5.7L 4x4 60 sq ft (5.57 sq m) 7,200 lbs (3 266 kg) 720 lbs (327 kg)
Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds.
NOTE:The trailer tongue weight must be considered as
part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo, and
should never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire
and Loading Information placard. Refer to “Tire Safety
Information” in “Starting and Operating” for further
information. The addition of passengers and cargo may
require reducing trailer tongue load and Gross Trailer
Weight (GTW). Redistributing cargo (to the trailer) maybe necessary to avoid exceeding Rear Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR) of 3,700 lbs (1 678 kg).
Trailer And Tongue Weight
Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the
front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of the GTW on the
tow hitch of your vehicle. Loads balanced over the wheels or
heavier in the rear can cause the trailer to swayseverelyside
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WARNING!(Continued)
•Safety chains must always be used between your
vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to
the hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. Cross the
chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough
slack for turning corners.
•Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a
grade. When parking, apply the parking brake on
the tow vehicle. Put the tow vehicle transmission in
PARK. For four-wheel drive vehicles, make sure
the transfer case is not in NEUTRAL. Always,
block orchockthe trailer wheels.
•GCWR must not be exceeded.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•Total weight must be distributed between the tow
vehicle and the trailer such that the following four
ratings are not exceeded:
1. GVWR
2. GTW
3. GAWR
4. Trailer tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch
utilized .
Towing Requirements – Tires
•Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact
spare tire.
•
Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to the safe and
satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Refer to “Tires –
General Information” in “Starting and Operating” for
proper tire inflation procedures.
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RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
Towing Condition Wheel OFF the GroundTwo-Wheel
Drive ModelsFour-Wheel
Drive Models
Flat Tow NONENOT ALLOWED See Instructions
•Transmission in PARK
•Transfer case in NEU-
TRAL (N)
•Tow in forward direc-
tion
Dolly Tow FrontNOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
Rear OKNOT ALLOWED
On Trailer ALL OK OK
NOTE:Vehicles equipped with Quadra-Lift™ must be
lowered to the “Park” (lowest) level, and have automatic
leveling disabled, before tying them down (from thebody) on a trailer or flatbed truck. Refer to “Quadra-
Lift™ – If Equipped” in “Starting and Operating” for
more information. If the vehicle cannot be lowered to the
“Park” level (for example, engine will not run), tie-downs5
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must be fastened to the axles (not to the body). Failure to
follow these instructions may cause fault codes to be set
and/or cause loss of proper tie-down tension.
Recreational Towing – Two-Wheel Drive Models
DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the drivetrain
will result.
Recreational towing (for two-wheel drive models) is
allowed ONLY if the rear wheels are OFF the ground.
This may be accomplished using a tow dolly or vehicle
trailer. If using a tow dolly, follow this procedure:
1. Properly secure the dolly to the tow vehicle, following
the dolly manufacturer’s instructions.
2. Drive the rear wheels onto the tow dolly.
3. Firmly apply the parking brake. Shift the transmission
into PARK.4. Turn the engine OFF and remove the key fob from the
ignition switch.
5. Properly secure the rear wheels to the dolly, following
the dolly manufacturer ’s instructions.
6. Install a suitable clamping device, designed for tow-
ing, to secure the front wheels in the straight position.
CAUTION!
Towing with the rear wheels on the ground will
cause severe transmission damage. Damage from
improper towing is not covered under the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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Recreational Towing – Quadra-Trac I®
(Single-Speed Transfer Case) Four-Wheel Drive
Models
Recreational towing is not allowed.These models do
not have a NEUTRAL (N) position in the transfer case.
NOTE:This vehicle may be towed on a flatbed or
vehicle trailer provided all four wheels areOFFthe
ground.
CAUTION!
Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require-
ments can cause severe transmission and/or transfer
case damage. Damage from improper towing is not
covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Recreational Towing – Quadra–Trac II®
/Quadra–Drive® II Four-Wheel Drive Models
The transfer case must be shifted into NEUTRAL (N) and
the transmission must be in PARK for recreational tow-
ing. The NEUTRAL (N) selection button is adjacent to the
transfer case selector switch. Shifts into and out of
transfer case NEUTRAL (N) can take place with the
selector switch in any mode position.
CAUTION!
•DO NOT dolly tow any 4WD vehicle. Internal
damage to the transmission or transfer case will
occur if a dolly is used when recreational towing.
•Tow only in a forward direction. Towing this ve-
hicle backwards can cause severe damage to the
transfer case.
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7.Using the point of a ballpoint pen or similar object, press
and hold the recessed transfer case NEUTRAL (N)
button (located by the selector switch) for four seconds.
The light behind the N symbol will blink, indicating
shift in progress. The light will stop blinking (stay on
solid) when the shift to NEUTRAL (N) is complete. A
“FOUR WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM IN NEUTRAL” mes-
sage will display on the EVIC (Electronic Vehicle Infor-
mation Center). Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument
Panel” for further information.
8. After the shift is completed and the NEUTRAL (N)
light stays on, release the NEUTRAL (N) button.
9. Start the engine.
10. Shift the transmission into REVERSE.
NEUTRAL (N) Switch
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
CONTENTS
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS...........582
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS............582
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING..........583
▫Jack Location........................584
▫Spare Tire Stowage....................584
▫Preparations For Jacking................585
▫Jacking Instructions...................586
▫Road Tire Installation...................592JUMP-STARTING.......................593
▫Preparations For Jump-Start..............594
▫Jump-Starting Procedure................596
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE.............597
EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS — IF EQUIPPED . .599
SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE................600
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE...........601
▫Without The Key Fob...................603
▫Two-Wheel Drive Models................603
▫Four-Wheel Drive Models................604
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