towing capacity JEEP LIBERTY 2011 KK / 2.G Owners Manual

This placard tells you important information about
the:
1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle
2) total weight your vehicle can carry
3) tire size designed for your vehicle
4) cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and
spare tires.
Loading
The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed
the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You
will not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if you
adhere to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tire
inflation pressures specified on the Tire and Loading
Information placard and in the “Vehicle Loading” section
of this manual.
NOTE:Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition,
gross axle weight ratings (GAWRs) for the front and rear axles must not be exceeded. For further information on
GAWRs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to
“Vehicle Loading” in this section.
To determine the maximum loading conditions of your
vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of
occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or
XXX kg” on the Tire and Loading Information placard.
The combined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage and
trailer tongue weight (if applicable) should never exceed
the weight referenced here.
Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit
1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occu-
pants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or XXX kg”
on your vehicle’s placard.
2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and
passengers that will be riding in your vehicle.5
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3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas-
sengers from XXX lbs or XXX kg.
4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of
cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if “XXX”
amount equals 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there will be five
150 lb (68 kg) passengers in your vehicle, the amount of
available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs
(295 kg) (since 5 x 150 = 750, and 1400 – 750 = 650 lbs
[295 kg]).
5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo
being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely
exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity
calculated in Step 4.6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your
trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this
manual to determine how this reduces the available
cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle.
NOTE:
•The following table shows examples on how to calcu-
late total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities
of your vehicle with varying seating configurations
and number and size of occupants. This table is for
illustration purposes only and may not be accurate for
the seating and load carry capacity of your vehicle.
•For the following example, the combined weight of
occupants and cargo should never exceed 865 lbs
(392 kg).
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Towing Requirements – Tires

Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact
spare tire.
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 information on tire pressures and 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 informa-
tion on tread wear indicators and for the proper
inspection procedure.
When replacing tires, refer to “Tires – General Infor-
mation” in “Starting and Operating” for information on replacement tires and for the proper tire replace-
ment procedures. Replacing tires with a higher load
carrying capacity will not increase the vehicle’s GVWR
and GAWR limits.
Towing Requirements – Trailer Brakes

Do
not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or
vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer.
This could cause inadequate braking and possible
personal injury.
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).
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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.
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.(Continued)
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.
Towing Requirements – Trailer Lights And Wiring
Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size,
stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for
motoring safety.
The Trailer Tow Package may include a four and seven-
pin wiring harness. Use a factory approved trailer har-
ness and connector.
NOTE:Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles
wiring harness.5
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Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance............. 295
Compact Spare Tire ...................... 370
Compass .............................. 241
Compass Calibration ..................... 242
Compass Variance ....................... 243
Computer, Trip/Travel .................... 240
Console .............................. 203
Console, Floor .......................... 203
Contract, Service ........................ 511
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) .......... 461
Cooling System ......................... 458
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ............. 460
Coolant Capacity ..................... 487
Coolant Level .................... 458,462
Disposal of Used Coolant ............... 462
Drain, Flush, and Refill ................ 459
Inspection .......................... 462
Points to Remember .................. 463
Pressure Cap ........................ 461 Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)
....459,487,488
Corrosion Protection ..................... 472
Cruise Light ........................... 232
Cupholders ............................ 201
Customer Assistance ..................... 509
Data Recorder, Event ...................... 76
Daytime Running Lights ................... 161
Dealer Service .......................... 447
Defroster, Rear Window ................... 211
Defroster, Windshield ................90,298,303
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ................. 166
Diagnostic System, Onboard ................ 444
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................. 162
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) ........................ 448
Power Steering ...................... 339
Disabled Vehicle Towing ................... 436
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General Information.................. 366
High Speed ......................... 369
Inflation Pressures .................... 367
Jacking ............................ 423
Life of Tires ........................ 373
Load Capacity .................... 362,363
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ......... 378
Pressure Warning Light ................ 220
Quality Grading ..................... 515
Radial ............................ 369
Replacement ........................ 374
Rotation ........................... 377
Safety ............................. 357
Sizes ............................. 358
Spare Tire .......................... 424
Spinning ........................... 372
Tread Wear Indicators ................. 372
To Open Hood .......................... 156
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight .............. 405Torque Converter Clutch
.................. 321
Tow/Haul Indicator Light ................. 226
Towing ............................ 397,436
24-Hour Towing Assistance ............. 117
Disabled Vehicle ..................... 436
Guide ............................. 403
Recreational ........................ 413
Weight ............................ 403
Towing Assistance ....................... 117
Traction Control ......................... 345
Trailer Towing .......................... 397
Cooling System Tips .................. 412
Hitches ............................ 402
Minimum Requirements ................ 406
Trailer and Tongue Weight .............. 405
Wiring ............................ 409
Trailer Towing Guide ..................... 403
Trailer Weight .......................... 403
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