weight JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 2010 Owner handbook (in English)

Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain.
Engine/Transmission Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) — withTrailer BrakeMax. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) —
without Trailer Brake Tongue Wt. (See Note)
3.6L Gasoline 5,000 lbs (2 268 kg) 1,653 lbs (750 kg) 249 lbs (113 kg)
5.7L Gasoline 7,716 lbs (3 500 kg) 1,653 lbs (750 kg) 386 lbs (175 kg) 3.0L Diesel 7,716 lbs (3 500 kg) 1,653 lbs (750 kg) 386 lbs (175 kg)
Maximum trailer towing speed is limited to 62 mph (100 km/h) unless local laws require a lower speed.
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 “Tires – General Information” in “Starting and Operating” for further information.
Trailer And Trailer Tongue WeightAlways load a trailer with 60% of the weight in
the front of the trailer. 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 vehicle and trailer.
Failure to load trailers heavier in front is the
cause of many trailer accidents. Never exceed
the maximum tongue weight stamped on your
trailer hitch. Consider the following items when computing
the weight on the front/rear axles of the vehicle:
•
The trailer 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 au-
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thorized dealer-installed options, must be
considered as part of the total load on your
vehicle.
Towing RequirementsTo promote proper break-in of your new vehicle
drivetrain components, the following guidelines
are recommended.
CAUTION!
•Do not tow a trailer at all during the first
500 miles (805 km) the new vehicle is
driven. The engine, axle or other parts
could be damaged.
• Then, during the first 500 miles (805 km)
that a trailer is towed, do not drive over
50 mph (80 km/h) and do not make starts at
full throttle. This helps the engine and other
parts of the vehicle wear in at the heavier
loads.
Perform the maintenance listed in the “Mainte-
nance Schedule.” Refer to “Maintenance
Schedule” for the proper maintenance inter-
vals. When towing a trailer, never exceed the
GAWR or GCWR ratings.
WARNING!
Improper towing can lead to an injury acci-
dent. 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, dy-
namic load shifts can occur that may be
difficult for the driver to control. You could lose
control of your vehicle and have an accident.
• When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do
not overload your vehicle or trailer. Over-
loading can cause a loss of control, poor
performance or damage to brakes, axle,
engine, transmission, steering, suspen-
sion, chassis structure or tires.
• Safety chains must always be used be-
tween your vehicle and trailer. Always con-
nect the chains to the hook retainers of the
vehicle hitch. Cross the chains under the
trailer tongue and allow enough slack for
turning corners.
(Continued)
WARNING!(Continued)
• Vehicles with trailers should not be parked
on a grade. When parking, apply the park-
ing brake on the tow vehicle. Put the tow
vehicle transmission in PARK. For four-
wheel drive vehicles, make sure the trans-
fer case is not in NEUTRAL. Always, block
or chock the trailer wheels.
• GCWR must not be exceeded.
• Total weight must be distributed be-
tween 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
Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to the safe and satisfactory operation of your
vehicle. Refer to “Tires – General Informa-
tion” in “Starting and Operating” for proper
tire inflation procedures.
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Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)....242,244,273
Gasoline, Clean Air ............241
Gasoline (Fuel) ...............240
Conserving ...............171
Gauges Coolant Temperature ..........163
Fuel ....................162
Speedometer ..............162
Tachometer ...............158
Gear Ranges ................206
General Information ........15,19,239
Glass Cleaning ...............289
Gross Axle Weight Rating .........244
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating .......244
Hands-Free Phone (uconnect ) ......74
Hazard Warning Flasher .........258
Headlights .................293
Bulb Replacement ...........294
Cleaning .................289
On With Wipers .............107
Replacing ................294
Heated Mirrors ...............68
Heater ...................186
High Beam Indicator ...........159
Hill Descent Control ............228 Hill Descent Control Indicator
......159
Hill Start Assist ...............227
Holder, Cup ................146
Hood Release ...............105
Ignition ....................13
Key ................... 12,13
Ignition Key Removal ............13
Illuminated Entry ..............16
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ..........14
Infant Restraint .............. 46,48
Inflation Pressure Tires ..........230
Information Center, Vehicle ........163
Inside Rearview Mirror ...........67
Instrument Cluster .............158
Instrument Panel and Controls ......156
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning .....289
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ....290
Interior Appearance Care .........288
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ....113
Introduction ..................4
Jack Location ...............259
Jack Operation ............ 259,260
Jacking Instructions ............260
Jump Starting
...............262 Key, Programming
.............15
Key, Replacement ..............14
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ..........14
Key-In Reminder ..............14
Keyless Entry System ............17
Keyless Go ............... 12,174
Keys .....................12
Lap/Shoulder Belts .............29
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren) ................. 50,51
Latches ...................57
Lead Free Gasoline ............240
Leaks, Fluid .................57
Liftgate ....................26
Liftgate Flipper Glass ............26
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer ......150
Light Bulbs ..................57
Lights .................. 57,106
Airbag ............. 41,45,56,158
Anti-Lock .................162
Automatic Headlights ..........106
Back-Up .................295
Brake Assist Warning ..........229
Brake Warning ..............161
Bulb Replacement ...........293
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Storage, Vehicle............ 192,292
Storing Your Vehicle ............292
Sun Roof ................ 140,142
Sun Visor Extension .............69
Sunglasses Storage ............140
Supplemental Restraint System -
Airbag ....................37
Suspension, Air ..............214
Sway Control, Trailer ............226
Synthetic Engine Oil ............275
Tachometer .................158
Telescoping Steering Column .......115
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) . . 188
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant . . 163
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint .......50
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo ..........149
Tilt Steering Column ............115
Tip Start ..................203
Tires ................... 57,230
Air Pressure ...............230
Chains ..................231
Changing ................259
High Speed ...............231
Inflation Pressures ...........230
Jacking ..................259 Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) . . . 234
Pressure Warning Light
.........160
Radial ..................231
Replacement ..............233
Rotation .................234
Spare Tire ................259
Spinning .................231
Tread Wear Indicators .........232
Wheel Mounting .............261
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight .......246
Torque Converter Clutch .........209
Tow/Haul Indicator Light .........159
Towing ................. 244,265
Disabled Vehicle ............265
Guide ..................246
Recreational ...............251
Weight ..................246
Towing Eyes ................264
Traction Control ..............224
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ........226
Trailer Towing ................244
Cooling System Tips ..........250
Hitches ..................250
Minimum Requirements .........247
Trailer and Tongue Weight .......246
Wiring ..................248
Trailer Towing Guide ............246 Trailer Weight................246
Transfer Case ...............284
Maintenance ...............284
Transmission Automatic .............. 206,285
Maintenance ...............285
Shifting ..................204
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry) ...........18
Transmitter Programming
(Remote Keyless Entry) ...........17
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) .....................17
Tread Wear Indicators ...........232
Turn Signals ........... 159,294,295
UCI Connector ...............181
uconnect (Hands-Free Phone) ......74
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI)
Connector .................181
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ......32
Upholstery Care ..............288
Vanity Mirrors ................69
Variance, Compass ............175
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .....8
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