2015 JEEP WRANGLER trailer

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.
Towing Requirements — Tires
•Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to the safe
and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Refer to
“Tires – General Information” in “Starting and Oper-
ating” for proper tire inflation procedures.
•Check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pres-
sures before trailer usage.
•Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage
before towing a trailer. Refer to “Tires – General
Information” in “Starting and Operating” for proper
inspection procedure.
•When replacing tires, refer to “Tires – General Infor-
mation” in “Starting and Operating” for proper tire
replacement procedures. Replacing tires with a higher
load carrying capacity will not increase the vehicle’s
GVWR and GAWR limits.
Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes
•Donotinterconnect the hydraulic brake system or
vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer.
This could cause inadequate braking and possible
personal injury.
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•An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is
required when towing a trailer with electronically
actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with
a hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electronic
brake controller is not required.
•Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over
1,000 lbs (454 kg) and required for trailers in excess of
2,000 lbs (907 kg).
WARNING!
•Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s
hydraulic brake lines. It can overload your brake
system and cause it to fail. You might not have
brakes when you need them and could have a
collision.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•Towing any trailer will increase your stopping
distance. When towing you should allow for addi-
tional space between your vehicle and the vehicle
in front of you. Failure to do so could result in a
collision.
CAUTION!
If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg)
loaded, it should have its own brakes and they
should be of adequate capacity. Failure to do this
could lead to accelerated brake lining wear, higher
brake pedal effort, and longer stopping distances.
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Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights And Wiring
Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size,
stop lights and turn signals on the trailer are required for
motoring safety.
The Trailer Tow Package will include a four–pin wiring
harness. Use a factory-approved trailer harness and
connector.
NOTE:Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles
wiring harness.
The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle
but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector.
Refer to the following illustration.
Four-Pin Connector
1 — Female Pins4 — Park2 — Male Pin5 — Left Stop/Turn3—Ground6—RightStop/Turn
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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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Recreational Towing — Four-Wheel Drive Models
NOTE:The transfer case must be shifted intoNEUTRAL
(N),automatic transmission must be shifted intoPARK,
and manual transmission must be placed in gear (NOT in
NEUTRAL) for recreational towing.
CAUTION!
•DO NOT dolly tow any 4WD vehicle. Towing with
only one set of wheels on the ground (front or rear)
will cause severe transmission and/or transfer case
damage. Tow with all four wheels either ON the
ground, or OFF the ground (using a vehicle trailer).
•Tow only in the forward direction. Towing this
vehicle backwards can cause severe damage to the
transfer case.
•Automatic transmissions must be placed in PARK
for recreational towing.
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CAUTION!(Continued)
•Manual transmissions must be placed in gear (not
in Neutral) for recreational towing.
•Before recreational towing, perform the procedure
outlined under “Shifting Into NEUTRAL (N)” to be
certain that the transfer case is fully in NEUTRAL
(N). Otherwise, internal damage will result.
•Towing this vehicle in violation of the above re-
quirements can cause severe transmission and/or
transfer case damage. Damage from improper tow-
ing is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
•Do not use a bumper-mounted clamp-on tow bar
on your vehicle. The bumper face bar will be
damaged.
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Cavity Cartridge FuseMini FuseDescription
J1820 Amp Blue–Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Trans Range
J1960 Amp Yellow–Radiator Fan
J2030 Amp Pink–Front Wiper LO/HI
J2120 Amp Blue–Front/Rear Washer
J22––Spare
M1–15 Amp Blue Center High-Mounted Stop Light (CHMSL)/
Switch Stop Lamp Feed
M2–20 Amp YellowRelay Trailer Lighting (Stoplamp)
M3–20 Amp YellowFrt/Rear Axle Locker Relay
M4–2 Amp GreyClock Spring
M5–25 Amp ClearPower Inverter – If Equipped
M6–20 Amp YellowPower Outlet #1/Rain Sensor
M7–20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet #2 (BATT/ACC SELECT)
M8–20 Amp YellowFront Heated Seat
M9–20 Amp YellowRear Heated Seat – If Equipped
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Cavity Cartridge FuseMini FuseDescription
M10–15 Amp BlueIgnition Off Draw – Vehicle Entertainment Sys-
tem, Satellite Digital Audio Receiver (SDARS),
DVD, Hands-Free Module, RADIO, Antenna,
Universal Garage Door Opener, Vanity Lamp
M11–10 Amp Red (Ignition Off Draw) Climate Control System,
Underhood Lamp
M12–30 Amp GreenAmplifier
M13–20 Amp Yellow Ignition Off Draw – Cabin Compartment
Node, Wireless Control Module, SIREN,
Multifunction Control Switch
M14–20 Amp YellowTrailer Tow (Export Only)
M15–20 Amp Yellow Climate Control System, Rear View Mirror,
Cabin Compartment Node, Transfer Case
Switch, Multi-Function Control Switch, Tire
Pressure Monitor, Glow Plug Module –
Export Diesel Only
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