2015 JEEP WRANGLER manual transmission

Engine/
TransmissionAxle Model
GCWR
(Gross
Combined
Wt. Rating)
Frontal Area
Max. GTW
(Gross
Trailer Wt.)
Max. Trailer
Tongue Wt.
(See Note)
3.6L/
Automatic
3.73 Two–Door
Sport Model
(4WD)
6,340 lbs
(2 876 kg)
25 sq ft
(2.32 sq m)
2,000 lbs
(907 kg)
200 lbs
(91 kg)
3.6L/Manual 3.21 Two–Door
Sahara
Model
(4WD)
6,353 lbs
(2 882 kg)
25 sq ft
(2.32 sq m)
2,000 lbs
(907 kg)
200 lbs
(91 kg)
3.6L/Manual 3.73 Two–Door
Sahara
Model
(4WD)
6,353 lbs
(2 882 kg)
25 sq ft
(2.32 sq m)
2,000 lbs
(907 kg)
200 lbs
(91 kg)
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Engine/
TransmissionAxle Model
GCWR
(Gross
Combined
Wt. Rating)
Frontal Area
Max. GTW
(Gross
Trailer Wt.)
Max. Trailer
Tongue Wt.
(See Note)
3.6L/
Automatic
3.21 Two–Door
Sahara
Model
(4WD)
6,383 lbs
(2 895 kg)
25 sq ft
(2.32 sq m)
2,000 lbs
(907 kg)
200 lbs
(91 kg)
3.6L/
Automatic
3.73 Two–Door
Sahara
Model
(4WD)
6,383 lbs
(2 895 kg)
25 sq ft
(2.32 sq m)
2,000 lbs
(907 kg)
200 lbs
(91 kg)
3.6L/Manual 4.10 2–Door Rubi-
con Model
(4WD)
6,443 lbs
(2 922 kg)
25 sq ft
(2.32 sq m)
2,000 lbs
(907 kg)
200 lbs
(91 kg)
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Engine/
TransmissionAxle Model
GCWR
(Gross
Combined
Wt. Rating)
Frontal Area
Max. GTW
(Gross
Trailer Wt.)
Max. Trailer
Tongue Wt.
(See Note)
3.6L/
Automatic
3.73 Two–Door
Rubicon
Model
(4WD)
6,473 lbs
(2 936 kg)
25 sq ft
(2.32 sq m)
2,000 lbs
(907 kg)
200 lbs
(91 kg)
3.6L/
Automatic
4.10 Two–Door
Rubicon
Model
(4WD)
6,473 lbs
(2 936 kg)
25 sq ft
(2.32 sq m)
2,000 lbs
(907 kg)
200 lbs
(91 kg)
3.6L/Manual 3.21 Four–Door
Sport Model
(4WD)
6,751 lbs
(3 062 kg)
32 sq ft
(2.97 sq m)
2,000 lbs
(907 kg)
200 lbs
(91 kg)
3.6L/Manual 3.73 Four–Door
Sport Model
(4WD)
8,251 lbs
(3 743kg)
32 sq ft
(2.97 sq m)
3,500 lbs
(1 587 kg)
350 lbs
(159 kg)
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Engine/
TransmissionAxle Model
GCWR
(Gross
Combined
Wt. Rating)
Frontal Area
Max. GTW
(Gross
Trailer Wt.)
Max. Trailer
Tongue Wt.
(See Note)
3.6L/
Automatic
3.21 Four–Door
Sport Model
(4WD)
6,780 lbs
(3 075 kg)
32 sq ft
(2.97 sq m)
2,000 lbs
(907 kg)
200 lbs
(91 kg)
3.6L/
Automatic
3.73 Four–Door
Sport Model
(4WD)
8,280 lbs
(3 756 kg)
32 sq ft
(2.97 sq m)
3,500 lbs
(1 587 kg)
350 lbs
(159 kg)
3.6L/Manual 3.21 Four–Door
Sahara
Model
(4WD)
6,698 lbs
(3 038 kg)
32 sq ft
(2.97 sq m)
2,000 lbs
(907 kg)
200 lbs
(91 kg)
3.6L/Manual 3.73 Four–Door
Sahara
Model
(4WD)
8,198 lbs
(3 719 kg)
32 sq ft
(2.97 sq m)
3,500 lbs
(1 587 kg)
350 lbs
(159 kg)
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Engine/
TransmissionAxle Model
GCWR
(Gross
Combined
Wt. Rating)
Frontal Area
Max. GTW
(Gross
Trailer Wt.)
Max. Trailer
Tongue Wt.
(See Note)
3.6L/
Automatic
3.21 Four–Door
Sahara
Model
(4WD)
6,728 lbs
(3 052 kg)
32 sq ft
(2.97 sq m)
2,000 lbs
(907 kg)
200 lbs
(91 kg)
3.6L/
Automatic
3.73 Four–Door
Sahara
Model
(4WD)
8,228 lbs
(3 732 kg)
32 sq ft
(2.97 sq m)
3,500 lbs
(1 587 kg)
350 lbs
(159 kg)
3.6L/Manual 4.10 Four–Door
Rubicon
Model
(4WD)
8,326 lbs
(3 776 kg)
32 sq ft
(2.97 sq m)
3,500 lbs
(1 587 kg)
350 lbs
(159 kg)
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WARNING!
Improper towing can lead to a collision. Follow these
guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as
possible:
•Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer
and will not shift during travel. When trailering
cargo that is not fully secured, dynamic load shifts
can occur that may be difficult for the driver to
control. You could lose control of your vehicle and
have a collision.
•When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not
overload your vehicle or trailer. Overloading can
cause a loss of control, poor performance or dam-
age to the brakes, axle, engine, transmission, steer-
ing, suspension, chassis structure or tires.
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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%chock%the trailer wheels.
•GCWR must not be exceeded.
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Towing Tips
Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping
and backing the trailer in an area away from heavy
traffic.
If using a manual transmission vehicle for trailer towing,
all starts must be in first gear to avoid excessive clutch
slippage.
Automatic Transmission — If Equipped
The DRIVE range can be selected when towing. The
transmission controls include a drive strategy to avoid
frequent shifting when towing. However, if frequent
shifting does occur while in DRIVE, you can use the
AutoStick® shift control to manually select a lower gear.
NOTE:Using a lower gear while operating the vehicle
under heavy loading conditions will improve perfor-
mance and extend transmission life by reducing exces-
sive shifting and heat buildup. This action will also
provide better engine braking.
If you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more than 45
minutes of continuous operation, then change the trans-
mission fluid and filter as specified for#police, taxi, fleet,
or frequent trailer towing.#Refer to the “Maintenance
Schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals.
NOTE:Check the automatic transmission fluid level
before towing.
AutoStick — If Equipped
•When using the AutoStick shift control, select the
highest gear that allows for adequate performance and
avoids frequent downshifts. For example, choose “4” if
the desired speed can be maintained. Choose “3” or
“2” if needed to maintain the desired speed.
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RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
Towing ConditionWheels OFF the GroundFour-Wheel Drive Models
Flat TowNONESee Instructions
•Automatic transmission in PARK
•Manual transmission in gear
(NOT in NEUTRAL [N])
•Transfer case in NEUTRAL (N)
•Tow in forward direction
Dolly TowFrontNOT ALLOWED
RearNOT ALLOWED
On TrailerALLOK
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