Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings); Trailer And Tongue Weight - Jeep Grand Cherokee 2012 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/ GCWR (Gross Combined
Transmission
6.4L Automatic 10,400 lbs (4 717 kg)
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.
Frontal Area
Wt. Rating)
40 sq ft (3.72 sq m)
Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds.
Max. GTW
(Gross Trailer Wt.)
5,000 lbs (2 268 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
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 vehicle and trailer.
Failure to load trailers heavier in front is the cause of
many trailer accidents.
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Max. Trailer Tongue
Wt. (See Note)
500 lbs (227 kg)
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