towing capacity JEEP WRANGLER 2023 Owners Manual

170STARTING AND OPERATING
Payload
The payload of a vehicle is defined as the allowable load
weight a truck can carry, including the weight of the driver,
all passengers, options and cargo.
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
The GAWR is the maximum permissible load on the front
and rear axles. The load must be distributed in the cargo
area so that the GAWR of each axle is not exceeded.
Each axle GAWR is determined by the components in the
system with the lowest load carrying capacity (axle,
springs, tires or wheels). Heavier axles or suspension
components sometimes specified by purchasers for
increased durability do not necessarily increase the
vehicle's GVWR.
Tire Size
The tire size on the Vehicle Certification Label represents
the actual tire size on your vehicle. Replacement tires
must be equal to the load capacity of this tire size.
Rim Size
This is the rim size that is appropriate for the tire size
listed.
Inflation Pressure
This is the cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle for
all loading conditions up to full GAWR.
Curb Weight
The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total weight
of the vehicle with all fluids, including vehicle fuel, at full
capacity conditions, and with no occupants or cargo
loaded into the vehicle. The front and rear curb weight values are determined by weighing your vehicle on a
commercial scale before any occupants or cargo are
added.
Loading
The actual total weight and the weight of the front and rear
of your vehicle at the ground can best be determined by
weighing it when it is loaded and ready for operation.
The entire vehicle should first be weighed on a commercial
scale to ensure that the GVWR has not been exceeded.
The weight on the front and rear of the vehicle should then
be determined separately to be sure that the load is
properly distributed over the front and rear axle. Weighing
the vehicle may show that the GAWR of either the front or
rear axles has been exceeded but the total load is within
the specified GVWR. If so, weight must be shifted from
front to rear or rear to front as appropriate until the
specified weight limitations are met. Store the heavier
items down low and be sure that the weight is distributed
equally. Stow all loose items securely before driving.
Improper weight distributions can have an adverse effect
on the way your vehicle steers and handles and the way
the brakes operate.
TRAILER TOWING
In this section you will find safety tips and information 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 the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage,
follow the requirements and recommendations in this
manual concerning vehicles used for trailer towing.
COMMON TOWING DEFINITIONS
The 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
Úpage 169.
Gross Trailer Weight (GTW)
The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all
cargo, consumables and equipment (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.
WARNING!
Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or
the maximum front and rear GAWR. If you do, parts on
your vehicle can break, or it can change the way your
vehicle handles. This could cause you to lose control.
Overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle.

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Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR)
The GCWR is the total permissible weight of your vehicle
and trailer when weighed in combination.
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
Úpage 169.
Tongue Weight (TW)
The TW is the downward force exerted on the hitch ball by
the trailer. You must consider this as part of the load on
your vehicle.
Frontal Area
The frontal area is the maximum height multiplied by the
maximum width of the front of a trailer.
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) – If Equipped
The TSC is a telescoping link that can be installed between
the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue. It typically
provides adjustable friction associated with the
telescoping motion to dampen any unwanted trailer
swaying motions while traveling.
Weight-Carrying Hitch
A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue weight,
just as if it were luggage located at a hitch ball or some
other connecting point of the vehicle. These kinds of
hitches are commonly used to tow small and medium
sized trailers.
Weight-Distributing Hitch
A Weight-Distributing Hitch works by applying leverage
through spring (load) bars. They are typically used for
heavier loads to distribute trailer tongue weight to the tow
vehicle's front axle and the trailer axle(s). When used in
accordance with the manufacturer's directions, it provides
for a more level ride, offering more consistent steering and
brake control thereby enhancing towing safety. The
addition of a friction/hydraulic sway control also dampens
sway caused by traffic and crosswinds and contributes
positively to tow vehicle and trailer stability. Trailer sway control and a Weight-Distributing (load equalizing) Hitch
are recommended for heavier Tongue Weights (TW) and
may be required depending on vehicle and trailer
configuration/loading to comply with Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR) requirements.
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.
WARNING!

An improperly adjusted Weight Distributing Hitch
system may reduce handling, stability, braking
performance, and could result in a collision.
 Weight-Distributing Hitch Systems may not be
compatible with surge brake couplers. Consult with
your hitch and trailer manufacturer or a reputable
Recreational Vehicle dealer for additional informa -
tion.
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Towing Requirements — Tires
Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to the safe
and satisfactory operation of your vehicle.
 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.
 Replacing tires with a higher load carrying capacity will
not increase the vehicle's GVWR and GAWR limits.
 For further information
Úpage 345.
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 actu -
ated 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
lb (453 kg) and required for trailers in excess of 2,000
lb (907 kg).
Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights And
Wiring
Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size,
stop lights 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 harness and
connector.
NOTE:Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicle’s wiring
harness. The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle
but you must mate the harness to a trailer connector.
Refer to the following illustrations.
NOTE:

Disconnect the trailer wiring connector from the vehicle
(or any other device plugged into the vehicle's electrical
connectors) before launching a boat into water.
 Be sure to reconnect once clear from water area.

Four-Pin Connector

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 an acci -
dent.
 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 an acci -
dent.
CAUTION!
If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lb (453 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!
1 — Ground
2 — Park
3 — Left Stop/Turn
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350SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
For further information on GAWR, vehicle loading, and
trailer towing Úpage 169.
To determine the maximum loading conditions of your
vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of
occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX
lbs” 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 occupants and cargo should
never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your
vehicle's placard.
(2) Determine the combined weight of
the driver and passengers that will be
riding in your vehicle.
(3) Subtract the combined weight of the
driver and passengers from XXX kg or
XXX lbs. (4) The resulting figure equals the
available amount of cargo and luggage
load capacity. For example, if “XXX”
amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will
be five 150 lb passengers in your
vehicle, the amount of available cargo
and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs.
(1400-750 (5x150) = 650 lbs.)
(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.
Metric Example For Load Limit
For example, if “XXX” amount equals 635 kg and there will
be five 68 kg passengers in your vehicle, the amount of
available cargo and luggage load capacity is 295 kg
(635-340 (5x68) = 295 kg) as shown in step 4.
NOTE:

If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your
trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. The following
table shows examples on how to calculate 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 lb (392
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Bulb Replacement .............................................. 342, 343
Bulbs, Light.......................................................... 290, 342
Bumper End Cap Removal .......................................... 178
CCamera, Rear ............................................................... 163
Capacities, Fluid ........................................................... 373
Caps, Filler Fuel .......................................................................... 165
Oil (Engine) .............................................................. 314
Radiator (Coolant Pressure)................................... 330
Car Washes .................................................................. 361
Carbon Monoxide Warning .......................................... 290
Cargo Load Floor .......................................................... 102
Cargo Tie-Downs .......................................................... 102
Carpeting ...................................................................... 363
CD.................................................................................. 210
Cellular Phone .............................................................. 240
Center High Mounted Stop Light................................. 345
Certification Label ........................................................ 169
Chains, Tire................................................................... 357
Chart, Tire Sizing .......................................................... 346
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) ...... 125
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............................... 288
Checks, Safety.............................................................. 288
Child Restraint.............................................................. 277
Child Restraints Booster Seats.......................................................... 279
Child Seat Installation ............................................ 286
How To Stow An unused ALR Seat Belt ................. 284
Infant And Child Restraints .................................... 278Locating The LATCH Anchorages ........................... 282Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .............. 280 Older Children And Child Restraints....................... 278
Seating Positions ..................................................... 280
Clean Air Gasoline ........................................................ 369
Cleaning Wheels .....................................................................356
Climate Control Automatic ................................................................... 54
Manual ....................................................................... 57
Cold Weather Operation ............................................... 128
Compact Spare Tire ...................................................... 355
Connected Services ................ 225
, 226, 227, 228, 237
Connector UCI .............................................................................. 61
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ......................... 61
Console............................................................................ 60 Floor ........................................................................... 60
Contract, Service .......................................................... 379
Controls ......................................................................... 201
Cooling Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ..........................330
Cooling System ............................................................. 328 Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ....................................329
Coolant Level ...........................................................330
Cooling Capacity ...................................................... 373
Disposal Of Used Coolant ....................................... 330Drain, Flush, And Refill............................................329
Inspection ...................................................... 329
, 330
Points To Remember............................................... 331
Pressure Cap ...........................................................330
Radiator Cap ............................................................330 Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ........ 329
, 373, 374
Corrosion Protection ..................................................... 360
Cruise Control (Speed Control) .......................... 151
, 152
Cruise Light ......................................................... 123, 124 Customer Assistance ................................................... 377
Customer Programmable Features ............................. 184
Cybersecurity ................................................................ 184
DDaytime Running Lights ................................................. 51
Dealer Service .............................................................. 318
Defroster, Windshield .................................................. 289
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers............................................ 53
Deleting A Phone .......................................................... 216
Diagnostic System, Onboard ....................................... 124
Diesel Display Messages ................................................... 115
Diesel Fuel .................................................................... 371
Diesel Fuel Requirements ........................................... 371 Bulk Storage Of ....................................................... 167
Diesel Fuel System, Re-Priming .................................. 323
Dimmer Switch Headlight ................................................................... 51
Dipsticks Oil (Engine) .............................................................. 317
Disable Vehicle Towing ................................................ 303
Disc Drive ...................................................................... 210
Disconnecting ............................................................... 216
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .................................... 330
Disturb........................................................................... 219
Door Ajar .............................................................. 117
, 119
Door Ajar Light ..................................................... 117, 119
Door Frame ..................................................................... 95 Installation ................................................................. 95
Removal..................................................................... 95
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Four Wheel Drive Operation ........................................ 142
Four-Way Hazard Flasher ............................................ 291
Freedom Panels .............................................................. 86
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ............................................... 302
Front Axle (Differential) ................................................ 332
Fuel ...................................................................... 369
, 371
Adding............................................................. 165, 166
Additives .................................................................. 369
Clean Air .................................................................. 369
Ethanol .................................................................... 370
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ................................................ 165
Filter......................................................................... 321
Gasoline .................................................................. 369
Materials Added...................................................... 369
Methanol ................................................................. 370
Octane Rating ................................................ 369
, 374
Requirements ................................................ 371, 373
Specifications................................................. 371, 374
Tank Capacity.......................................................... 373
Fueling ................................................................. 165
, 166
Fuses ............................................................................ 333
GGarage Door Opener (HomeLink) ..................................47
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) .................................... 165, 166
Gasoline, (Fuel) ............................................................ 369
Gasoline, Clean Air ....................................................... 369
Gasoline, Reformulated............................................... 369
Gauges Voltage..................................................................... 130
Gear Ranges ........................................................ 135
, 138
Getting Started ............................................................. 227 Glass Cleaning .............................................................. 367
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating .............................. 170
, 171
GVWR.............................................................................169
HHalf-Door Installation ..................................................... 31 Half-Door Installation — If Equipped
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Hard Top .......................................................................... 66 Hard Top Front Panel(s) Removal

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Hazard Warning Flashers ............................................. 291
Head Restraints .............................................................. 41
Headlights Automatic ................................................................... 51
Bulb Replacement...................................................343
Cleaning ...................................................................361High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ...................... 51
Lights On Reminder................................................... 51
Passing....................................................................... 51
Replacing ................................................................. 343
Heated Mirrors ................................................................ 46
Heated Seats .................................................................. 41
Heated Steering Wheel .................................................. 37
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch ........... 51
Hill Descent Control ...................................................... 248
Hill Descent Control Indicator ...................................... 248
Hill Start Assist .............................................................. 249
Hitches Trailer Towing .......................................................... 172
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) .................................. 47
Hood Prop .....................................................................100
Hood Release................................................................ 100
IIgnition ............................................................................ 15 Switch ........................................................................ 15
In Case Of Emergency .................................................. 291
Inside Rearview Mirror ................................................... 45
Instrument Cluster ....................................................... 104 Descriptions ............................................................ 123
Display ..................................................................... 108Engine Oil Reset ...................................................... 110
Menu Items ............................................................. 112
Instrument Cluster

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................................................ 108
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ................................. 367
Integrated Power Module (Fuses) ............................... 334
Interior And Instrument Lights....................................... 52
Interior Appearance Care............................................. 362
Interior Lights.................................................................. 52
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ............................... 53
Intervention Regeneration Strategy ............................ 323
Introduction .................................................................. 226
Inverter Power ......................................................................... 63
JJack Location ................................................................ 294
Jack Operation.............................................................. 295
Jacking And Tire Changing

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Jacking Instructions ..................................................... 295
Jump Starting ............................................................... 298
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Modifications/AlterationsVehicle .......................................................................... 8
Monitor, Tire Pressure System .................................... 257
Mopar Parts .................................................................. 379
NNew Vehicle Break-In Period ....................................... 133
OOccupant Restraints .................................................... 261
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) .......................... 369, 374
Off Road Pages ............................................................ 241 Accessory Gauges.......................................... 241
, 242
Drivetrain........................................................ 241, 242
Pitch And Roll ................................................. 241, 242
Status Bar ............................................................... 241
Oil Change Reset — If Equipped

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Oil Filter, Change .......................................................... 319
Oil Filter, Selection ....................................................... 319
Oil Pressure Light ......................................................... 118
Oil Reset ....................................................................... 110
Oil, Engine............................................................ 318
, 374
Capacity ................................................................... 373
Checking .................................................................. 317
Dipstick.................................................................... 317
Disposal................................................................... 319
Filter......................................................................... 319
Filter Disposal ......................................................... 319 Identification Logo .................................................. 318Materials Added To................................................. 319Pressure Warning Light .......................................... 118Recommendation .......................................... 318
, 373 Synthetic .................................................................. 318
Viscosity ...................................................................373
Onboard Diagnostic System......................................... 124
Operating Precautions..................................................124
Operator Manual Owner's Manual ....................................................... 380
Outside Rearview Mirrors............................................... 46
PPaddle Shifters ............................................................. 140
Paint Care...................................................................... 360
Pair (Link) Uconnect Phone To A Mobile
Phone

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.....................................................................214
Parking Brake ............................................................... 133
ParkSense System, Rear.............................................. 160
Passive Entry................................................................... 21 Personalized Main Menu Bar....................................... 200
Pets ................................................................................ 288
Phone Mode .................................................................. 212
Placard, Tire And Loading Information ........................ 349
Power Brakes ...................................................................... 368
Door Locks ................................................................. 21
Inverter ....................................................................... 63
Mirrors ........................................................................ 46
Steering ....................................................................146 Windows..................................................................... 65
Power Sliding Top ........................................................... 91 Operation ................................................................... 91
Pinch Protect ............................................................. 91
Quarter Window Removal ......................................... 93
Power Steering Fluid ....................................................376 Po
w er Top Quarter Windows ......................................... 93
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts ................................ 265
Preparation For Jacking ............................................... 294
Presets .......................................................................... 207
Pretensioners Seat Belts ................................................................ 265
RRadial Ply Tires ............................................................. 353
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ......................... 330
RadioPresets ..................................................................... 207
Radio Controls .............................................................. 201
Radio Mode .................................................................. 201
Radio Operation ..................................................201
, 240
Radio Remote Controls ................................................ 201
Raising The Soft Top

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............................................... 77
Rear Axle (Differential) ................................................. 332
Rear Camera................................................................. 163
Rear Cross Path............................................................ 254
Rear ParkSense System .............................................. 160
Rear Seat Reminder Alert ............................................ 244
Rear Swing Gate ........................................................... 101
Rear Wiper/Washer ....................................................... 54 Recreational Towing ..................................................... 176 Shifting Into Transfer Case Neutral (N) ................. 177
Shifting Out Of Transfer Case Neutral (N) ............. 177
Reformulated Gasoline ................................................ 369
Refrigerant .................................................................... 325
Registering SiriusXM Guardian ................................... 226
Release, Hood .............................................................. 100
Reminder, Seat Belt ..................................................... 261
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