Jeep Wrangler 2018-2026 Owners Manual / STARTING AND OPERATING / TRAILER TOWING / Trailer And Tongue Weight

Jeep Wrangler: TRAILER TOWING / Trailer And Tongue Weight

Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on your bumper or trailer hitch.

Jeep Wrangler. Trailer And Tongue Weight

Weight Distribution

Consider the following items when computing the weight on the rear axle of the vehicle:

The tongue weight of the trailer.
The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment put in or on your vehicle.
The weight of the driver and all passengers.

NOTE:

Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional factory-installed options or dealer-installed options must be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle. Refer to the “Tire And Loading Information” placard for the maximum combined weight of occupants and cargo for your vehicle.

Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)

NOTE: The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo (i.e., the GVWR), and the GVWR should never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire and Loading Information placard...

Towing Requirements

To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drivetrain components, the following guidelines are recommended: WARNING! Improper towing can lead to a collision...

Other information:

Jeep Wrangler 2018-2026 Owners Manual: Axle Lock (Tru-Lok) Rear Only — If Equipped

The rear axle may be locked in 4WD High if the proper conditions are met. WARNING! This mode is intended for off-highway or off-road use only and should not be used on any public roadways. The AXLE LOCK switch is located on the instrument panel (to the right of the steering column)...

Jeep Wrangler 2018-2026 Owners Manual: Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light

This warning light will illuminate to indicate a problem with the ETC system. If a problem is detected while the vehicle is running, the light will either stay on or flash depending on the nature of the problem. Cycle the ignition when the vehicle is safely and completely stopped and the transmission is placed in the PARK (P) position...

Basic Voice Commands

The basic Voice Commands below can be given at any point while using your Uconnect system. Push the VR button on the steering wheel. After the beep, say:

“Cancel” to stop a current voice session. “Help” to hear a list of suggested Voice Commands. “Repeat” to listen to the system prompts again.