weight JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 2013 Owner handbook (in English)

Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
If the vehicle diagnostic system de-
termines that the fuel filler cap is
loose, improperly installed, or dam-
aged, a loose gascap indicator will
display in the EVIC telltale display
area. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding
Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
Tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the
SELECT button to turn off the message. If the
problem continues, the message will appear the
next time the vehicle is started.
TRAILER TOWING
In this section you will find safety tips and infor-
mation on limits to the type of towing you can
reasonably do with your vehicle. Before towing a
trailer, carefully review this information to tow your
load as efficiently and safely as possible. To maintain warranty coverage, follow the require-
ments and recommendations in this manual con-
cerning vehicles used for trailer towing.
Common Towing DefinitionsThe following trailer towing related definitions
will assist you in understanding the following
information:
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your
vehicle. This includes driver, passengers, cargo
and tongue weight. The total load must be
limited so that you do not exceed the GVWR.
Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle Certification
Label” in “Starting and Operating” for further
information.
Gross Trailer Weight (GTW)
The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the
weight of all cargo, consumables and equip-
ment (permanent or temporary) loaded in or on
the trailer in its
"loaded and ready for operation "
condition. The recommended way to measure
GTW is to put your fully loaded trailer on a
vehicle scale. The entire weight of the trailer
must be supported by the scale.
Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR)
The GCWR is the total permissible weight of
your vehicle and trailer when weighed in com-
bination.
NOTE:
The GCWR rating includes a 150 lbs (68 kg)
allowance for the presence of a driver.
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front
and rear axles. Distribute the load over the front
and rear axles evenly. Make sure that you do
not exceed either front or rear GAWR.
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WARNING!
It is important that you do not exceed the
maximum front or rear GAWR. A dangerous
driving condition can result if either rating is
exceeded. You could lose control of the
vehicle and have an accident.
Trailer Tongue Weight (TW)
The TW is the downward force exerted on the
hitch ball by the trailer. In most cases it should
not be more than 5% of the trailer load. You
must consider this as part of the load on your
vehicle.
WARNING!
An improperly adjusted hitch system may
reduce handling, stability and braking perfor-
mance and could result in an accident. Con-
sult with your hitch and trailer manufacturer
or a reputable trailer/caravan dealer for ad-
ditional information. Frontal Area
The frontal area is the maximum height multi-
plied by the maximum width of the front of a
trailer.
Breakaway Cable AttachmentEuropean braking regulations for braked trailers
up to 7,700 lbs (3 500 kg), require trailers to be
fitted with either a secondary coupling or break-
away cable.
The recommended location for attaching the
normal trailer’s breakaway cable is in the
stamped slot located on the sidewall of the hitch
receiver.
With Attachment Point
•
For detachable tow bar pass the cable through
the attachment point and clip it back onto itself
or attach the clip directly to the designated
point.
Detachable Ball Clip Loop Method
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Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain.
Engine/TransmissionMax. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) —
with Trailer Brake Max. 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 refer-
enced on the Tire and Loading Information placard. Refer to “Tires – General Information” in “Starting and Operating” for further information.
Trailer And 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.
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NOTE:
Remember that everything put into or on the
trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also,
additional factory-installed options, or au-
thorized dealer-installed options, must be
considered as part of the total load on your
vehicle. Refer to the tire loading information
placard located on the drivers door pillar for
the maximum combined weight of occu-
pants and cargo for 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.
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CAUTION!(Continued)
•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 Sched-
ule” for the proper maintenance intervals. When
towing a trailer, never exceed the GAWR or
GCWR ratings.
WARNING!
Improper towing can lead to a collision. Fol-
low 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
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WARNING!(Continued)
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. 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.
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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.
• Check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation
pressures 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 – Gen-
eral Information” in “Starting and Operating”
for proper tire replacement procedures. Re-
placing tires with a higher load carrying ca-
pacity will not increase the vehicle’s GVWR
and GAWR limits.
Towing Requirements – Trailer Brakes
• Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake sys-
tem or vacuum system of your vehicle with
that of the trailer. This could cause inad-
equate braking and possible personal injury. •
An electronically-actuated trailer brake con-
troller 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 1,654 lbs (750 kg).
WARNING!
•Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehi-
cle’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 an accident.
•
Towing any trailer will increase your stopping
distance. When towing, you should allow for
additional space between your vehicle and
the vehicle in front of you. Failure to do so
could result in an accident.
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Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) . . . .276, 278, 312
Gasoline, Clean Air..............274
Gasoline (Fuel) ................273
Conserving ................178
Gauges Coolant Temperature ..........167
Fuel ....................167
Speedometer ..............166
Tachometer ...............162
Gear Ranges ..............227, 231
Gear Select Lever Override .........304
General Information ......16, 21, 130, 272
Glass Cleaning ................331
Gross Axle Weight Rating ..........278
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ........278
Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect®) .......72
Hazard Warning Flasher ...........294
Headlights ...................336
Bulb Replacement ............337
Cleaning .................330
On With Wipers .............107
Passing ..................112
Replacing ................337
Heated Mirrors ..............72, 154
High Beam Indicator .............163 Hill Descent Control
.............257
Hill Descent Control Indicator ........163
Hill Start Assist ................256
Holder, Cup ................. .149
Hood Release ................105
Ignition .....................13
Key ..................12, 13
Ignition Key Removal .............13
Illuminated Entry ................18
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ...........15
Infant Restraint ..............50, 53
Information Center, Vehicle .........168
Inside Rearview Mirror ............70
Instrument
Cluster..............162
Instrument Panel and Controls .......160
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ......331
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ......331
Interior Appearance Care ..........330
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) .....113
Introduction ...................4
Jacking Instructions .............296
Jack Location ................ .295
Jack Operation ................296
Jump Starting ................ .300Key-In Reminder
................14
Keyless Enter-N-Go ...........23, 221
Keyless Entry System .............19
Keyless Go ................12, 181
Key, Programming ...............16
Key, Replacement ...............15
Keys ......................12
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ...........15
Lane Change Assist .............112
Lap/Shoulder Belts ..............33
Latches .....................61
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) ................54, 55
Lead Free Gasoline .............273
Leaks, Fluid ..................61
Life of Tires ................. .264
Liftgate .....................28
Liftgate Flipper Glass .............28
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer .......154
Light Bulbs ...................61
Lights ...................61, 106
Airbag ............45, 49, 60, 162
Anti-Lock .................166
Automatic Headlights ..........107
Back-Up .................338
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Storage, Vehicle............213, 335
Storing Your Vehicle .............335
Sunglasses Storage .............141
Sun Roof ................142, 144
Sun Visor Extension ..............72
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag. . .41
Suspension, Air ................241
Sway Control, Trailer .............255
Synthetic Engine Oil .............315
Tachometer ................. .162
Telescoping Steering Column .....115,116
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) . . .209
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant . . . .167
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint ........54
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) .........16
Theft System (Security Alarm) ........16
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo ...........153
Tilt Steering Column ..........115,116
Tires ....................61, 259
Aging (Life of Tires) ...........264
Air Pressure ...............259
Chains ................. .265
Compact Spare .............262
General Information ...........259
High Speed ...............260
Inflation Pressures ............260 Life of Tires
...............264
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) . . .266
Pressure Warning Light .........164
Radial ...................261
Replacement ...............264
Rotation ................ .266
Safety ...................259
Snow Tires ................261
Spare Tire ................295
Spinning ................ .263
Tread Wear Indicators ..........263
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight ........281
Tow/Haul Indicator Light ...........163
Towing ................. .278, 304
Disabled V

ehicle.............304
Guide ...................281
Recreational ...............287
Weight ................. .281
Towing Eyes ................ .303
Traction Control ................252
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) .........255
Trailer Towing ................ .278
Cooling System Tips ..........285
Hitches ................. .286
Minimum Requirements .........282
Trailer and Tongue Weight .......281
Wiring ...................284 Trailer Towing Guide
.............281
Trailer Weight .................281
Transfer Case ................326
Maintenance ...............326
Transmission Automatic ...........226, 231, 326
Maintenance ...............326
Shifting ................. .225
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) ..........20
Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) ..........19
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) . .19
Transporting Pets ...............58
Tread Wear Indicators ............263
Turn Signals ............163, 337, 338
UCI Connector ................189
Uconnect® (Hands-Free Phone) .......72
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector .................189
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt .......35
Vanity Mirrors .................72
Variance, Compass ..............182
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ......8
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ........8
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