Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings); Trailer And Tongue Weight - Jeep 2010 Patriot Owner's Manual

Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)

The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain.
Engine/Transmission
2.0L Auto/Man
2.4L Auto/Man
2.4L Auto with Free-
dom Drive II Off Road
Package (AWL)
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.

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
Frontal Area Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.)
22 sq ft (2.04 sq m)
22 sq ft (2.04 sq m)
32 sq ft (3.0 sq m)
1,000 lbs (450 kg)
1,000 lbs (450 kg)
2,000 lbs (907 kg)
rear can cause the trailer to sway severely from 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 accidents.
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Max. Tongue Wt. (See
Note)
150 lbs (50 kg)
150 lbs (50 kg)
300 lbs (136 kg)
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