2013 JEEP WRANGLER weight

Engine/
Transmission Axle Model GCWR
(Gross
Combined
Wt. Rating) Frontal Area
Max. GTW
(Gross
Trailer Wt.) Max. Trailer
Tongue Wt. (See Note)
3.6L/
Automatic 4.10 Four–Door
RubiconModel
(4WD) 8,347 lbs
(3 786 kg) 32 sq ft
(2.97 sq m) 3,500 lbs
(1 587 kg) 350 lbs
(159 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 (ie.
the GVWR), and the GVWR 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.
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
Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) on the tow hitch of your
vehicle. Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the
rear can cause the trailer to sway severelyside 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.
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Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on
your bumper or 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 the “Tire and Loading Information” placard for
the maximum combined weight of occupants and cargo
for your vehicle.
Towing Requirements
To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drive-
train components, the following guidelines are recom-
mended:
NOTE: Trailer towing requires special rear axle lubri-
cant. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for the correct fluid type.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•Safety chains must always be used between your
vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to
the frame or 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 automatic
transmission in PARK. With a manual transmis-
sion, shift the transmission into first gear. And
with four-wheel-drive vehicles, make sure the
transfer case is not in NEUTRAL (N). Always,
block or chockthe 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. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch uti-
lized.
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Spare Tire Stowage
To remove the spare tire from the carrier, remove the tire
cover, if equipped, and remove the lug nuts with the lug
wrench turning them counterclockwise.NOTE:
If you have added aftermarket accessories to the
spare tire mounted carrier, it cannot exceed a gross weight
of 69 lbs (31.3 kg) including the weight of the spare tire.
Preparations For Jacking
1. Park on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or slippery areas.
WARNING!
Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the
vehicle close to moving traffic, pull far enough off
the road to avoid being hit when operating the jack
or changing the wheel.
2. Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher.
3. Set the parking brake.
Jack Wing Nut6
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 549

Gasoline............................. .513
Gauge .............................. .304
Materials Added ....................... .515
Methanol ............................ .514
Octane Rating ......................... .513
Requirements ......................... .513
Tank Capacity ......................... .618
Fueling ............................... .517
Fuses ................................. .607
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ...................517
Gasoline, Clean Air ....................... .513
Gasoline (Fuel) .......................... .513
Gasoline, Reformulated .....................513
Gauges Coolant Temperature .....................309
Fuel ................................ .304
Odometer ............................ .312
Speedometer ......................... .304Tachometer
........................... .308
Gear Ranges ............................ .419
Gear Select Lever Override ..................562
General Information ........................21
Glass Cleaning .......................... .603
Gross Axle Weight Rating ...................523
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ..................522
GVWR ................................ .520
Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect®) ...............115
HardTop.............................. .206
Hard Top, Modular ....................... .206
Hard Top Removal ....................... .214
Hazard Warning Flasher ....................546
Headlights Automatic ........................... .170
Bulb Replacement ...................... .615
High Beam ........................... .172
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch .........172
650 INDEX

Safety.............................. .476
Sizes ............................... .477
Snow Tires ........................... .492
Spare Tire ............................ .549
Spinning ............................ .495
Tread Wear Indicators ....................496
Tire Safety Information .....................476
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight ................532
To Open Hood .......................... .167
Tow Hooks, Emergency .....................561
Towing ............................... .522
24-Hour Towing Assistance ................130
Disabled Vehicle ....................... .563
Guide .............................. .526
Recreational .......................... .540
Weight .............................. .526
Towing Assistance ........................ .130
Trac-Lok Rear Axle ....................... .437
Traction Control ......................... .461Trailer Sway Control (TSC)
..................473
Trailer Towing .......................... .522
Cooling System Tips .....................539
Hitches ............................. .525
Minimum Requirements ..................533
Trailer and Tongue Weight .................532
Wiring .............................. .537
Trailer Towing Guide ...................... .526
Trailer Weight ........................... .526
Transfer Case ........................... .598
Four-Wheel-Drive Operation ...............433
Maintenance .......................... .598
Transmission ........................... .594
Automatic ........................... .424
Manual ............................. .418
Range

Indicator ....................... .310
Shifting ............................. .422
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .28
Tread Wear Indicators ..................... .496
660 INDEX