2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee Owner Manual SRT8 - Page 290
2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee Manual
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STARTING AND OPERATING 289 TRAILER TOWING In this section you will find safety tips and information on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle. Before towing a trailer carefully review this information to tow your load as efficiently and safely as possible. Common Towing Definitions The following trailer towing related definitions will assist you in understanding the following information: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. This includes driver, passengers, cargo and tongue weight. The total load must be limited so that you do not exceed the GVWR. Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all cargo, consumables and equipment (permanent or temporary) loaded in or on the trailer in its Љloaded and ready for operationЉ condition. The recommended way to measure GTW is to put your fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale. The entire weight of the trailer must be supported by the scale. WARNING! • Do not tow when the "Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light" is illuminated. Failure to follow this could result in loss of control and serious injury. • The tailpipes may be hot and you could be seriously injured if you come into contact with the tailpipes. To maintain warranty coverage, follow the requirements and recommendations in this manual concerning vehicles used for trailer towing. 5