JEEP WRANGLER UNLIMITED 2013 Owners Manual

Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain.
Engine/
Transmission Axle Model GCWR
(Gross
Combined
Wt. Rating) Frontal Area Max. GTW
(Gross
Trailer Wt.) Max. Trailer
Tongue Wt.
(See Note)
3.6L/Manual 3.21 Two–Door
Sport Model
(4WD) 5,329 lbs
(2 417 kg) 25 sq ft
(2.32 sq m) 1,000 lbs
(453 kg) 100 lbs (45 kg)
3.6L/Manual 3.73 Two–Door
Sport Model
(4WD) 6,329 lbs
(2 871 kg) 25 sq ft
(2.32 sq m) 2,000 lbs
(907 kg) 200 lbs (91 kg)
3.6L/
Automatic 3.73 Two–Door
Sport Model
(4WD) 6,353 lbs
(2 881 kg) 25 sq ft
(2.32 sq m) 2,000 lbs
(907 kg) 200 lbs (91 kg)
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Engine/
Transmission Axle Model GCWR
(Gross
Combined
Wt. Rating) Frontal Area Max. GTW
(Gross
Trailer Wt.) Max. Trailer
Tongue Wt.
(See Note)
3.6L/Manual 3.21 Two–Door
Sahara Model
(4WD) 5,430 lbs
(2 463 kg) 25 sq ft
(2.32 sq m) 1,000 lbs
(453 kg) 100 lbs (45 kg)
3.6L/Manual 3.73 Two–Door
Sahara Model
(4WD) 6,430 lbs
(2 916 kg) 25 sq ft
(2.32 sq m) 2,000 lbs
(907 kg) 200 lbs (91 kg)
3.6L/
Automatic 3.73 Two–Door
Sahara Model
(4WD) 6,454 lbs
(2 927 kg) 25 sq ft
(2.32 sq m) 2,000 lbs
(907 kg) 200 lbs (91 kg)
3.6L/Manual 4.10 2–Door
Rubicon
Model (4WD) 6,507 lbs
(2 951 kg) 25 sq ft
(2.32 sq m) 2,000 lbs
(907 kg) 200 lbs (91 kg)520 STARTING AND OPERATING

Engine/
Transmission Axle Model GCWR
(Gross
Combined
Wt. Rating) Frontal Area Max. GTW
(Gross
Trailer Wt.) Max. Trailer
Tongue Wt.
(See Note)
3.6L/
Automatic 4.10 Two–Door
Rubicon
Model (4WD) 6,533 lbs
(2 963 kg) 25 sq ft
(2.32 sq m) 2,000 lbs
(907 kg) 200 lbs (91 kg)
3.6L/Manual 3.21 Four–Door
Sport Model
(4WD) 5,742 lbs
(2 604 kg) 32 sq ft
(2.97 sq m) 1,000 lbs
(453 kg) 100 lbs (45 kg)
3.6L/Manual 3.73 Four–Door
Sport Model
(4WD) 8,242 lbs
(3 738 kg) 32 sq ft
(2.97 sq m) 3,500 lbs (1
587 kg) 350 lbs
(159 kg)
3.6L/
Automatic 3.73 Four–Door
Sport Model
(4WD) 8,257 lbs
(3 745 kg) 32 sq ft
(2.97 sq m) 3,500 lbs (1
587 kg) 350 lbs
(159 kg)
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Engine/
Transmission Axle Model GCWR
(Gross
Combined
Wt. Rating) Frontal Area Max. GTW
(Gross
Trailer Wt.) Max. Trailer
Tongue Wt.
(See Note)
3.6L/Manual 3.21 Four–Door
Sahara Model
(4WD) 5,782 lbs
(2 623 kg) 32 sq ft
(2.97 sq m) 1,000 lbs
(453 kg) 100 lbs (45 kg)
3.6L/Manual 3.73 Four–Door
Sahara Model
(4WD) 8,282 lbs
(3 757 kg) 32 sq ft
(2.97 sq m) 3,500 lbs
(1 587 kg) 350 lbs
(159 kg)
3.6L/
Automatic 3.73 Four–Door
Sahara Model
(4WD) 8,297 lbs
(3 763 kg) 32 sq ft
(2.97 sq m) 3,500 lbs
(1 587 kg) 350 lbs
(159 kg)
3.6L/Manual 4.10 Four–Door
Rubicon
Model (4WD) 8,406 lbs
(3 813 kg) 32 sq ft
(2.97 sq m) 3,500 lbs
(1 587 kg) 350 lbs
(159 kg)522 STARTING AND OPERATING

Engine/
Transmission Axle Model GCWR
(Gross
Combined
Wt. Rating) Frontal Area Max. GTW
(Gross
Trailer Wt.) Max. Trailer
Tongue Wt.
(See Note)
3.6L/
Automatic 4.10 Four–Door
Rubicon
Model (4WD) 8,431 lbs
(3 824 kg) 32 sq ft
(2.97 sq m) 3,500 lbs
(1 587 kg) 350 lbs
(159 kg)
Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds.
NOTE: The trailer tongue weight must be considered as
part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo
(ie. the GVWR), and the GVWR should never exceed the
weight referenced on the Tire and Loading Information
placard. Refer to “Tire Safety Information” in “Starting
and Operating” for further information.
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Trailer And Tongue Weight
Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in
the front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of the
Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) on the tow hitch of your
vehicle. Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the
rear can cause the trailer to sway severely side to side
which will cause loss of control of the vehicle and trailer.
Failure to load trailers heavier in front is the cause of
many trailer collisions.
Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on
your bumper or trailer hitch.
Consider the following items when computing the
weight on the rear axle of the vehicle:
• The 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.524 STARTING AND OPERATING

NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the
trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional
factory-installed options or dealer-installed options must
be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle.
Refer to the “Tire and Loading Information” placard for
the maximum combined weight of occupants and cargo
for your vehicle.
Towing Requirements
To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drive-
train components, the following guidelines are recom-
mended:
NOTE: Trailer towing requires special rear axle lubri-
cant. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for the correct fluid type. 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.
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WARNING!Improper towing can lead to a collision. 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, dynamic load shifts
can occur that may be 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. Overloading can
cause a loss of control, poor performance or dam-
age to the brakes, axle, engine, transmission, steer-
ing, suspension, chassis structure or tires. (Continued) WARNING! (Continued)• Safety chains must always be used between your
vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to
the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch.
Cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow
enough slack for turning corners.
• Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a
grade. When parking, apply the parking brake on
the tow vehicle. Put the tow vehicle automatic
transmission in PARK. With a manual transmis-
sion, shift the transmission into first gear. And
with four-wheel-drive vehicles, make sure the
transfer case is not in N (Neutral). Always, block or
 chock  the trailer wheels.
• GCWR must not be exceeded. (Continued)526 STARTING AND OPERATING

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 utilized
(This requirement may limit the ability to always
achieve the 10% to 15% range of tongue weight as
a percentage of total trailer weight). 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 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 – 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.
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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). 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 hy-
draulic 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.
• Towing any trailer will increase your stopping dis-
tance. 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 a collision.528 STARTING AND OPERATING