Jeep 2008 Liberty User Manual

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When Towing Trailers with Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) between 3,500 Lbs (1 588 kg) and 5,000 Lbs (2 268 kg)
The following chart provides maximum trailer weight ratings towable for the following engine/transmission
combinations, ONLY if using a weight distributing hitch.

Engine/

Transmission

Model

GCWR (Gross Com-

bined Wt. Rating)

Frontal Area

Max. GTW

(Gross Trailer Wt.)

Tongue Wt.

(See Note)

3.7L/

Automatic w/

Cooler

4x2

9,850 lbs (4 468 kg)

64 Sq. Ft. (5.94
square meters)

5,000 lbs (2 268 kg)

500 lbs (227 kg)

3.7L/

Automatic

w/Cooler

4x4

10,100 lbs (4 581 kg)

64 Sq. Ft. (5.94
square meters)

5,000 lbs (2 268 kg)

500 lbs (227 kg)

Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds.

NOTE:

The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo, and it

should never exceed the weight referenced on the “Tire and Loading Information” placard. Refer to “Tire–Safety
Information” in this section.

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