2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Owner Manual - Page 528
2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Manual
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526 STARTING AND OPERATING exceed the GVWR. Refer to "Vehicle Loading/Vehicle Certification Label" in "Starting and Operating" for further information. 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. WARNING! If the gross trailer weight is 3,500 lbs (1 587 kg) or more, it is mandatory to use a weight-distributing hitch to ensure stable handling of your vehicle. If you use a standard weight-carrying hitch, you could lose control of your vehicle and cause a collision. Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) The recommended way to measure GTW is to put your The GCWR is the total permissible weight of your vehicle fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale. The entire weight and trailer when weighed in combination. of the trailer must be supported by the scale. NOTE: The GCWR rating includes a 150 lbs (68 kg) allowance for the presence of a driver.
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