2017 JEEP WRANGLER transmission

Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
Engine/
Transmission Axle
Model GCWR
(Gross Com- bined Wt.Rating) Frontal Area
Max. GTW
(Gross Trailer Wt.) Max. Trailer
Tongue Wt. (See Note)
3.6L/Manual 3.21 Two–Door Sport Model(4WD) 6,900 lbs (3
130 kg) 25 sq ft (2.32
sq m) 2,000 lbs
(907 kg) 200 lbs (91 kg)
3.6L/Manual 3.73 Two–Door Sport Model(4WD) 8,400 lbs (3
810 kg) 25 sq ft (2.32
sq m) 3,500 lbs (1
587 kg) 350 lbs
(158 kg)
3.6L/
Automatic 3.21 Two–Door
Sport Model(4WD) 6,900 lbs (3
130 kg) 25 sq ft (2.32
sq m) 2,000 lbs
(907 kg) 200 lbs (91 kg)
3.6L/
Automatic 3.73 Two–Door
Sport Model(4WD) 8,400 lbs (3
810 kg) 25 sq ft (2.32
sq m) 3,500 lbs (1
587 kg) 350 lbs
(158 kg)
3.6L/Manual 3.21 Two–Door Sahara Model(4WD) 7,000 lbs (3
175 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) 8,500 lbs (3
856 kg) 25 sq ft (2.32
sq m) 3,500 lbs (1
587 kg) 350 lbs
(158 kg)
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Engine/
Transmission Axle
Model GCWR
(Gross Com- bined 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) 7,000 lbs (3
175 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) 8,500 lbs (3
856 kg) 25 sq ft (2.32
sq m) 3,500 lbs (1
587 kg) 350 lbs
(158 kg)
3.6L/Manual 4.10 Two–Door Rubicon
Model (4WD) 8,600 lbs (3
900 kg) 25 sq ft (2.32
sq m) 3,500 lbs (1
587 kg) 350 lbs
(158 kg)
3.6L/
Automatic 3.73 Two–Door
Rubicon
Model (4WD) 8,600 lbs (3
900 kg) 25 sq ft (2.32
sq m) 3,500 lbs (1
587 kg) 350 lbs
(158 kg)
3.6L/
Automatic 4.10 Two–Door
Rubicon
Model (4WD) 8,600 lbs (3
900 kg) 25 sq ft (2.32
sq m) 3,500 lbs (1
587 kg) 350 lbs
(158 kg)
3.6L/Manual 3.21 Four–Door Sport Model(4WD) 7,400 lbs (3
357 kg) 32 sq ft (2.97
sq m) 2,000 lbs
(907 kg) 200 lbs (91 kg)
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Engine/
Transmission Axle
Model GCWR
(Gross Com- bined Wt.Rating) Frontal Area
Max. GTW
(Gross Trailer Wt.) Max. Trailer
Tongue Wt. (See Note)
3.6L/Manual 3.73 Four–Door Sport Model(4WD) 8,900 lbs (4
037 kg) 32 sq ft (2.97
sq m) 3,500 lbs (1
587 kg) 350 lbs
(158 kg)
3.6L/
Automatic 3.21 Four–Door
Sport Model(4WD) 7,400 lbs (3
357 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) 8,900 lbs (4
037 kg) 32 sq ft (2.97
sq m) 3,500 lbs (1
587 kg) 350 lbs
(158 kg)
3.6L/Manual 3.21 Four–Door Sahara Model(4WD) 7,500 lbs (3
402 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) 9,000 lbs (4
082 kg) 32 sq ft (2.97
sq m) 3,500 lbs (1
587 kg) 350 lbs
(158 kg)
3.6L/
Automatic 3.21 Four–Door
Sahara Model(4WD) 7,500 lbs (3
402 kg) 32 sq ft (2.97
sq m) 2,000 lbs
(907 kg) 200 lbs (91 kg)
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Engine/
Transmission Axle
Model GCWR
(Gross Com- bined Wt.Rating) Frontal Area
Max. GTW
(Gross Trailer Wt.) Max. Trailer
Tongue Wt. (See Note)
3.6L/
Automatic 3.73 Four–Door
Sahara Model(4WD) 9,000 lbs (4
082 kg) 32 sq ft (2.97
sq m) 3,500 lbs (1
587 kg) 350 lbs
(158 kg)
3.6L/Manual 4.10 Four–Door Rubicon
Model (4WD) 9,200 lbs (4
173 kg) 32 sq ft (2.97
sq m) 3,500 lbs (1
587 kg) 350 lbs
(158 kg)
3.6L/
Automatic 3.73 Four–Door
Rubicon
Model (4WD) 9,200 lbs (4
173 kg) 32 sq ft (2.97
sq m) 3,500 lbs (1
587 kg) 350 lbs
(158 kg)
3.6L/
Automatic 4.10 Four–Door
Rubicon
Model (4WD) 9,200 lbs (4
173 kg) 32 sq ft (2.97
sq m) 3,500 lbs (1
587 kg) 350 lbs
(158 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 “Servicing And
Maintenance” for further information.
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The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle
but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector. Refer
to the following illustration.
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
Select the DRIVE range 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 performance
and extend transmission life by reducing excessive 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 transmission
fluid and filter as specified for police, taxi, fleet, or frequent
trailer towing. Refer to the “Maintenance Plan” for the
proper maintenance intervals.
NOTE: Check the automatic transmission fluid level before
towing.
Four-Pin Connector
1 — Female Pins 4 — Park
2 — Male Pin 5 — Left Stop/Turn
3 — Ground 6 — Right Stop/Turn
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AutoStick — If Equipped
•When using the AutoStick shift control, select the high-
est 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.
• To prevent excess heat generation, avoid continuous
driving at high RPM. Reduce vehicle speed as necessary
to avoid extended driving at high RPM. Return to a
higher gear or vehicle speed when grade and road
conditions allow.
Electronic Speed Control — If Equipped
• Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads.
• When using the speed control, if you experience speed
drops greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage until
you can get back to cruising speed.
• Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to
maximize fuel efficiency.
Cooling System
To reduce potential for engine and transmission overheat-
ing, take the following actions:
City Driving
When stopped for short periods of time, shift the transmis-
sion into NEUTRAL and increase engine idle speed.
Highway Driving
Reduce speed.
Air Conditioning
Turn off temporarily.
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RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
Towing ConditionWheels OFF the Ground Four-Wheel Drive Models
Flat Tow NONESee Instructions
•Automatic transmission in PARK.
•Manual transmission in gear (NOT
in NEUTRAL [N]).
•Transfer case in NEUTRAL (N).
•Tow in forward direction.
Dolly Tow FrontNOT ALLOWED
Rear NOT ALLOWED
On Trailer ALLOK
NOTE:
•When towing your vehicle, always follow applicable state and provincial laws. Contact state and provincial High-
way Safety offices for additional details.
•For RHD models, refer to the Postal Supplement for Recreational Towing instructions.
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Recreational Towing — Four-Wheel Drive Models
NOTE:The transfer case must be shifted into NEUTRAL
(N), automatic transmission must be in PARK, and manual
transmission must be 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.
• 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.
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CAUTION! (Continued)
•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.
•
Do not use a bumper-mounted clamp-on tow bar on
your vehicle. The bumper face bar will be damaged.
Shifting Into NEUTRAL (N)
Use the following procedure to prepare your vehicle for
recreational towing.
WARNING!
You or others could be injured or killed if you leave the
vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the NEU-
TRAL (N) position without first fully engaging the
parking brake. The transfer case NEUTRAL (N) position
disengages both the front and rear drive shaft from the
powertrain, and will allow the vehicle to roll, even if the
automatic transmission is in PARK (or manual transmis-
sion is in gear). The parking brake should always be
applied when the driver is not in the vehicle.
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