load capacity JEEP WRANGLER 2015 JK / 3.G User Guide

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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Jacking...............................563
Life of Tires...........................508
Load Capacity.........................493
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)............513
Pressure Warning Light...................318
Quality Grading........................669
Radial...............................501
Replacement...........................509
Rotation..............................512
Safety...............................487
Sizes................................488
Snow Tires............................503
Spare Tire.............................565
Spinning.............................507
Tread Wear Indicators....................507
Tire Safety Information.....................487
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight................545
To Open Hood...........................165
Tow Hooks, Emergency.....................575
Towing................................534
24-Hour Towing Assistance................129
Disabled Vehicle........................577
Guide...............................538
Recreational...........................553
Weight...............................538
Towing Assistance.........................129
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome...........553
Trac-Lok Rear Axle........................446
Traction Control..........................471
Trailer Sway Control (TSC)..................484
Trailer Towing...........................534
Cooling System Tips.....................552
Hitches..............................537
Minimum Requirements..................546
Trailer and Tongue Weight.................545
Wiring...............................550
Trailer Towing Guide.......................538
Trailer Weight............................53810
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