Starting And Operating Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings); Trailer And Tongue Weight - Jeep Grand Cherokee 2013 Owner's Manual

562 STARTING AND OPERATING
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain.
Engine
3.6L
3.6L
5.7L
5.7L
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. The addition of passengers and cargo may
require reducing trailer tongue load and Gross Trailer
Weight (GTW). Redistributing cargo (to the trailer) may
Model Frontal Area
4x2 40 sq ft (3.72 sq m)
4x4 40 sq ft (3.72 sq m)
4x2 60 sq ft (5.57 sq m)
4x4 60 sq ft (5.57 sq m)
Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds.
Max. GTW (Gross
Trailer Wt.)
5,000 lbs (2 268 kg)
5,000 lbs (2 268 kg)
7,400 lbs (3 357 kg)
7,200 lbs (3 266 kg)
be necessary to avoid exceeding Rear Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR) of 3,700 lbs (1 678 kg).

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 severely side
Max. Trailer Tongue
Wt. (See Note)
500 lbs (227 kg)
500 lbs (227 kg)
740 lbs (336 kg)
720 lbs (327 kg)