2013 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE weight

Trailer Hitch Classification
The following chart provides the industry standard for
the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can
tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the
correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition.
Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions
Class Max. Trailer Hitch In-
dustry Standards
Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg)
Class II - Medium Duty 3,500 lbs (1 587 kg)
Class III - Heavy Duty 5,000 lbs (2 268 kg)
Class IV - Extra Heavy
Duty10,000 lbs (4 540 kg)
Refer to the “Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum
Trailer Weight Ratings)” chart for the Maximum
Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) towable for your given
drivetrain.
All trailer hitches should be professionally installed
on your vehicle.
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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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to side which will cause loss of control of the vehicle and
trailer. Failure to load trailers heavier in front is the cause of
many trailer collisions. Never exceed the maximum tongue
weight stamped on your trailer hitch.Consider the following items when computing the
weight on the rear axle of the vehicle:
•The tongue weight of the trailer
•The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment
put in or on your vehicle
•The weight of the driver and all passengers.
NOTE:Remember that everything put into or on the
trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional
factory-installed options or dealer-installed options must
be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle.
Refer to “Tire Safety Information/Tire and Loading In-
formation Placard” in “Starting and Operating” for fur-
ther information.
Towing Requirements
To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drive-
train components, the following guidelines are recom-
mended.
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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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Gear Select Lever Override..................600
General Information........................20
Glass Cleaning...........................644
Gross Axle Weight Rating...................557
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating..................556
GVWR.................................554
Hazard Warning Flasher....................582
Headlights..............................653
Bulb Replacement......................654
Cleaning.............................644
On With Wipers........................198
Passing..............................206
Replacing............................654
Heated Mirrors...........................126
Heater.................................418
Heater, Engine Block.......................445
High Beam Indicator.......................305
Hill Descent Control.......................504Hill Descent Control Indicator................305
Hill Start Assist...........................500
Hitches
Trailer Towing.........................561
Holder, Cup.............................282
HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener)............260
Hood Release............................195
Ignition.................................16
Key .................................14
Ignition Key Removal.......................16
Illuminated Entry..........................23
Immobilizer (Sentry Key)....................19
Infant Restraint...........................83
Information Center, Vehicle..................313
Inside Rearview Mirror.....................122
Instrument Cluster........................303
Instrument Panel and Controls................301
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning...............644
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General Information.....................518
High Speed...........................521
Inflation Pressures......................519
Life of Tires...........................526
Load Capacity.........................513
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)...........531
Pressure Warning Light..................306
Quality Grading.......................679
Radial...............................521
Replacement..........................527
Rotation.............................530
Safety...............................507
Sizes................................509
Snow Tires...........................522
Spare Tire............................584
Spinning.............................525
Trailer Towing.........................565
Tread Wear Indicators...................526
Tire Safety Information.....................507Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight................562
Tow/Haul Indicator Light...................305
Tow Hooks, Emergency.....................599
Towing................................556
24-Hour Towing Assistance................149
Disabled Vehicle.......................601
Guide...............................562
Recreational..........................571
Weight..............................562
Towing Assistance.........................149
Traction Control..........................494
Trailer Sway Control (TSC)..................500
Trailer Towing...........................556
Cooling System Tips....................570
Hitches.............................
.561
Minimum Requirements..................563
Trailer and Tongue Weight................562
Wiring..............................567
Trailer Towing Guide.......................562
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Trailer Weight............................562
Transfer Case............................635
Maintenance..........................635
Transmission
Automatic............................448
Maintenance..........................636
Shifting..............................446
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .27
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®). . . .260
Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) . . .24
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE).........24
Tread Wear Indicators......................526
Turn Signals.............................305UCI Connector...........................373
Uniform Tire Quality Grades.................679
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector. . . .373
Universal Transmitter......................260
Unleaded Gasoline........................541
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt................59
Vanity Mirrors...........................126
Variance, Compass........................336
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).............8
Vehicle Loading..........................514
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations...............9
Vehicle Storage...........................430
Viscosity, Engine Oil.......................615
Voice Recognition System (VR)................166
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