Trailer and tongue weight, Trailer towing weights, Maximum trailer weight ratings) – Jeep 2013 Grand Cherokee SRT - Owner Manual User Manual

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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/

Transmission

GCWR

(Gross Combined

Wt. Rating)

Frontal Area

Max. GTW

(Gross Trailer Wt.)

Max. Trailer Tongue

Wt. (See Note)

6.4L Automatic

10,400 lbs

(4 717 kg)

40 sq. ft.

(3.72 sq m)

5,000 lbs (2 268 kg)

500 lbs (227 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, and
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.

• Chrysler Group LLC does not recommend using the

run flat feature while driving a vehicle loaded at full
capacity or towing a trailer.

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 GTW
on the tow hitch of your vehicle. Loads balanced over the
wheels or heavier in the rear can cause the trailer to sway

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