Towing Tips - Jeep Grand Cherokee 2020 Owner's Manual

Seven-Pin Connector
1 — Battery
2 — Backup Lamps
3 — Right Stop/Turn
4 — Electric Brakes
5 — Ground
6 — Left Stop/Turn
7 — Running Lamps

Towing Tips

Before setting out on a trip, practice turning,
stopping, and backing up the trailer in an area
located away from heavy traffic.
Automatic Transmission
Select the DRIVE (D) range when towing. The
transmission controls include a drive strategy to
avoid frequent shifting when towing. However, if
frequent shifting does occur while in DRIVE, you
can use the AutoStick shift control to manually
select a lower gear.
Select the DRIVE (D) range when towing. The
transmission controls include a drive strategy to
avoid frequent shifting when towing. However, if
frequent shifting does occur while in DRIVE,
select TOW mode, or use the AutoStick shift
control to manually select a lower gear.
NOTE:
Using a lower gear (using the AutoStick shift
control) while operating the vehicle under heavy
loading conditions, will improve performance
and extend transmission life by reducing exces-
sive shifting and heat buildup. This action will
also provide better engine braking.
STARTING AND OPERATING
NOTE:
Using TOW mode, or selecting a lower gear
(using the AutoStick shift control) while oper-
ating the vehicle under heavy loading condi-
tions, will improve performance and extend
transmission life by reducing excessive shifting
and heat buildup. This action will also provide
better engine braking.
TOW Mode
To reduce the potential for automatic
transmission overheating, select TOW mode
when driving in hilly areas, or select a lower gear
(using the AutoStick shift paddles) on more
severe grades.
AutoStick
When using the AutoStick shift control, select

the highest gear that allows for adequate
performance and avoids frequent down-
shifts. For example, choose "5" if the desired
speed can be maintained. Choose "4" or "3"
if needed to maintain the desired speed.
To prevent excess heat generation, avoid

continuous driving at high RPM. Reduce
vehicle speed as necessary to avoid
extended driving at high RPM. Return to a
higher gear or vehicle speed when grade and
road conditions allow.
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