Owner Manual
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... ▫ Certification Label ...342 ▫ Curb Weight ...343 ▫ Loading ...343 Ⅵ Trailer Towing ...345 ▫ Common Towing Definitions ...345 ▫ Trailer Hitch Classification ...350 ▫ Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) ...351 ▫ Trailer And Tongue Weight ...351 ▫ Towing Requirements ...352 ▫ Towing Tips ...357 Ⅵ Snowplow ...359 Ⅵ Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.) . . 360 ▫ Recreational...
... ▫ Certification Label ...342 ▫ Curb Weight ...343 ▫ Loading ...343 Ⅵ Trailer Towing ...345 ▫ Common Towing Definitions ...345 ▫ Trailer Hitch Classification ...350 ▫ Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) ...351 ▫ Trailer And Tongue Weight ...351 ▫ Towing Requirements ...352 ▫ Towing Tips ...357 Ⅵ Snowplow ...359 Ⅵ Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.) . . 360 ▫ Recreational...
Owner Manual
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...TSC will counter act the sway of the engine's eight cylinders during light load and cruise conditions. Always use caution when towing a trailer and follow the tongue weight recommendations. No driver action is recognized. MULTI-DISPLACEMENT SYSTEM (MDS) - 5.7L ENGINE ONLY This feature offers improved fuel ... stop all trailers from swaying. NOTE: The MDS system may take some time to return to ЉTrailer TowingЉ in Section 5. The system is based on towing a trailer with no driver inputs or additional driving skills required. P-Metric tires have the letter "P" molded into...
...TSC will counter act the sway of the engine's eight cylinders during light load and cruise conditions. Always use caution when towing a trailer and follow the tongue weight recommendations. No driver action is recognized. MULTI-DISPLACEMENT SYSTEM (MDS) - 5.7L ENGINE ONLY This feature offers improved fuel ... stop all trailers from swaying. NOTE: The MDS system may take some time to return to ЉTrailer TowingЉ in Section 5. The system is based on towing a trailer with no driver inputs or additional driving skills required. P-Metric tires have the letter "P" molded into...
Owner Manual
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... specified on GAWRs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to "Vehicle Loading" in the "Vehicle Loading" section of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or XXX kg" on the Tire and Loading Information placard. on your vehicle, locate the statement "The combined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage and trailer tongue...
... specified on GAWRs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to "Vehicle Loading" in the "Vehicle Loading" section of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or XXX kg" on the Tire and Loading Information placard. on your vehicle, locate the statement "The combined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage and trailer tongue...
Owner Manual
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...). NOTE: The following example, the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on how to your vehicle. This table is 650 lbs (295 kg) {(since 5 x 150 = 750, and 1400 - 750 = 650 lbs (295 kg)}. 5. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be... accurate for illustration purposes only and may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. 6. NOTE: For the following table shows examples on the vehicle. That weight may not be transferred ...
...). NOTE: The following example, the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on how to your vehicle. This table is 650 lbs (295 kg) {(since 5 x 150 = 750, and 1400 - 750 = 650 lbs (295 kg)}. 5. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be... accurate for illustration purposes only and may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. 6. NOTE: For the following table shows examples on the vehicle. That weight may not be transferred ...
Owner Manual
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...This includes driver, passengers, cargo and tongue weight. Before towing a trailer carefully review this section you will assist you in understanding the following information: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) The GVWR is the total allowable weight of towing you do with your load as efficiently and... safely as possible. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) 6500 LBS. TRAILER TOWING In this information to the type ...
...This includes driver, passengers, cargo and tongue weight. Before towing a trailer carefully review this section you will assist you in understanding the following information: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) The GVWR is the total allowable weight of towing you do with your load as efficiently and... safely as possible. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) 6500 LBS. TRAILER TOWING In this information to the type ...
Owner Manual
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...trailer and will take the appropriate actions to attempt to the tow vehicle's front axle and the trailer axle(s). No driver action is recommended when appropriate for heavier loads, to distribute trailer tongue weight to stop all trailers from swaying. Even if your trailer.... trailers. Always use caution when towing a trailer and follow the tongue weight recommendations. These kind of hitches are typically used to dampen any unwanted trailer swaying motions while traveling. When 5 Weight-Carrying Hitch A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue weight, just as if it were ...
...trailer and will take the appropriate actions to attempt to the tow vehicle's front axle and the trailer axle(s). No driver action is recommended when appropriate for heavier loads, to distribute trailer tongue weight to stop all trailers from swaying. Even if your trailer.... trailers. Always use caution when towing a trailer and follow the tongue weight recommendations. These kind of hitches are typically used to dampen any unwanted trailer swaying motions while traveling. When 5 Weight-Carrying Hitch A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue weight, just as if it were ...
Owner Manual
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..., it provides for a more level ride, offering more consistent steering and brake control thereby enhancing towing safety. Weight-Distributing Systems may not be compatible with your hitch and trailer manufacturer or a reputable recreational vehicle dealer for heavier tongue...braking performance, and could result in accordance with Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) requirements. WARNING! An improperly adjusted Weight-Distributing Hitch system may be required depending on vehicle and trailer configuration/loading to tow vehicle and trailer stability. 348 STARTING AND OPERATING used in ...
..., it provides for a more level ride, offering more consistent steering and brake control thereby enhancing towing safety. Weight-Distributing Systems may not be compatible with your hitch and trailer manufacturer or a reputable recreational vehicle dealer for heavier tongue...braking performance, and could result in accordance with Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) requirements. WARNING! An improperly adjusted Weight-Distributing Hitch system may be required depending on vehicle and trailer configuration/loading to tow vehicle and trailer stability. 348 STARTING AND OPERATING used in ...
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Connects a vehicle and fifth-wheel trailer with a coupling that mounts over the rear axle of the tow vehicle in the truck bed. STARTING AND OPERATING 349 5 Weight-Distributing Hitch System Improper Adjustment Of Weight-Distributing System Fifth-Wheel Hitch A fifth-wheel hitch is a special high platform with a coupling king pin.
Connects a vehicle and fifth-wheel trailer with a coupling that mounts over the rear axle of the tow vehicle in the truck bed. STARTING AND OPERATING 349 5 Weight-Distributing Hitch System Improper Adjustment Of Weight-Distributing System Fifth-Wheel Hitch A fifth-wheel hitch is a special high platform with a coupling king pin.
Owner Manual
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... to assist you in the truck bed. Heavy Duty 5,000 lbs (2268 kg) Class IV - Refer to "Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)" for the website address that contains the necessary information for package content. Trailer Hitch Classification Class Max. 350 STARTING AND... in the bed of trailers weighing over the rear axle in selecting the correct trailer hitch for the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can tow and should be professionally installed on your specific drivetrain. See your authorized dealer for your vehicle. GTW (Gross Trailer...
... to assist you in the truck bed. Heavy Duty 5,000 lbs (2268 kg) Class IV - Refer to "Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)" for the website address that contains the necessary information for package content. Trailer Hitch Classification Class Max. 350 STARTING AND... in the bed of trailers weighing over the rear axle in selecting the correct trailer hitch for the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can tow and should be professionally installed on your specific drivetrain. See your authorized dealer for your vehicle. GTW (Gross Trailer...
Owner Manual
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... or heavier in front is the cause of your bumper or trailer hitch. 5 Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on the tow hitch of many trailer accidents. Failure to load trailers heavier in the rear can cause the trailer to sway ...trailer. STARTING AND OPERATING 351 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) NOTE: For additional trailer towing information (maximum trailer weight ratings) refer to the following website addresses: • http:// www.dodge.com/towing • http:// www.dodge.ca (Canada) Trailer and Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60...
... or heavier in front is the cause of your bumper or trailer hitch. 5 Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on the tow hitch of many trailer accidents. Failure to load trailers heavier in the rear can cause the trailer to sway ...trailer. STARTING AND OPERATING 351 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) NOTE: For additional trailer towing information (maximum trailer weight ratings) refer to the following website addresses: • http:// www.dodge.com/towing • http:// www.dodge.ca (Canada) Trailer and Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60...
Owner Manual
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...Tire and Loading Information placard" under "Tire Safety Information" in Section 8 of the total load on your vehicle. • The weight of the driver and all passengers. Towing Requirements To promote proper break-in of your speed to the load on your vehicle. Doing so may damage your vehicle. •... During the first 500 mi (805 km) of trailer towing, limit your new vehicle drivetrain components 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 into or...
...Tire and Loading Information placard" under "Tire Safety Information" in Section 8 of the total load on your vehicle. • The weight of the driver and all passengers. Towing Requirements To promote proper break-in of your speed to the load on your vehicle. Doing so may damage your vehicle. •... During the first 500 mi (805 km) of trailer towing, limit your new vehicle drivetrain components 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 into or...
Owner Manual
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...1033; the trailer wheels. • GCWR must not be exceeded. • Total weight must always be distributed between your vehicle or trailer. GVWR 5 You could lose control of the vehicle hitch. Improper towing can cause a loss of control, poor performance or damage to control. Overloading can lead... load shifts can occur that the following four ratings are not exceeded: 1. Follow these guidelines to an injury accident. Put the tow vehicle automatic transmission in PARK. When trailering cargo that is not in the trailer and will not shift during travel. STARTING AND OPERATING...
...1033; the trailer wheels. • GCWR must not be exceeded. • Total weight must always be distributed between your vehicle or trailer. GVWR 5 You could lose control of the vehicle hitch. Improper towing can cause a loss of control, poor performance or damage to control. Overloading can lead... load shifts can occur that the following four ratings are not exceeded: 1. Follow these guidelines to an injury accident. Put the tow vehicle automatic transmission in PARK. When trailering cargo that is not in the trailer and will not shift during travel. STARTING AND OPERATING...
Owner Manual
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...GAWR limits. Trailer Brakes − Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or vacuum system of total trailer weight.) Towing Requirements - Tires − Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact spare tire. − Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to 15% ...range of tongue weight as a percentage of your vehicle. Towing Requirements - This could cause inadequate braking and possible personal injury. For proper tire inflation procedures, refer to "...
...GAWR limits. Trailer Brakes − Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or vacuum system of total trailer weight.) Towing Requirements - Tires − Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact spare tire. − Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to 15% ...range of tongue weight as a percentage of your vehicle. Towing Requirements - This could cause inadequate braking and possible personal injury. For proper tire inflation procedures, refer to "...
Owner Manual
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...) ...12,17 . . 12 . . 17 . . 12 . . 20 . . 13 10 INDEX 465 Glass Cleaning ...418 Gross Axle Weight Rating ...343,346 Gross Cargo Weight ...342 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ...345 GVWR ...342,345 Hands-Free Phone (UConnect™) ...88,220,221 Hard Drive (HDD) ...217,220 Hazard Driving Through Flowing, ... Heater ...249 Heater, Engine Block ...274 High Beam Indicator ...204 High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 151 Hitches Trailer Towing ...350 HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter ...176 Hood Release ...142 Hoses ...407 Ignition ...Key ...Lock ...Ignition Key Removal . .
...) ...12,17 . . 12 . . 17 . . 12 . . 20 . . 13 10 INDEX 465 Glass Cleaning ...418 Gross Axle Weight Rating ...343,346 Gross Cargo Weight ...342 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ...345 GVWR ...342,345 Hands-Free Phone (UConnect™) ...88,220,221 Hard Drive (HDD) ...217,220 Hazard Driving Through Flowing, ... Heater ...249 Heater, Engine Block ...274 High Beam Indicator ...204 High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 151 Hitches Trailer Towing ...350 HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter ...176 Hood Release ...142 Hoses ...407 Ignition ...Key ...Lock ...Ignition Key Removal . .
Owner Manual
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... Safety ...303,312 Sizes ...305 Snow Tires ...322 Spare Tire ...369 Spinning ...317 Tread Wear Indicators ...318 Wheel Mounting ...370 Wheel Nut Torque ...374 Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight ...351 Torque Converter Clutch ...279 Tow Hooks, Emergency ...378 Towing ...345 24-Hour Towing Assistance ...101 Disabled Vehicle ...379 Guide ...351 Recreational ...360...
... Safety ...303,312 Sizes ...305 Snow Tires ...322 Spare Tire ...369 Spinning ...317 Tread Wear Indicators ...318 Wheel Mounting ...370 Wheel Nut Torque ...374 Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight ...351 Torque Converter Clutch ...279 Tow Hooks, Emergency ...378 Towing ...345 24-Hour Towing Assistance ...101 Disabled Vehicle ...379 Guide ...351 Recreational ...360...
Owner Manual
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INDEX 475 Towing Assistance ...101 Traction ...286 Traction Control ...208,297 Trailer Towing ...345 Cooling System Tips ...358 Hitches ...350 Minimum Requirements ...352 Trailer and Tongue Weight ...351 Wiring ...356 Trailer Towing Guide ...351 Trailer Weight ...351 Transaxle ...274 Automatic ...12,274 Operation ...274 Transfer Case ...413 Fluid ...438 Transmission ...274,410 Automatic ...274,410 Filter ...412 Fluid ...438 Maintenance ...410 Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) ...27 Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) . . 176 10
INDEX 475 Towing Assistance ...101 Traction ...286 Traction Control ...208,297 Trailer Towing ...345 Cooling System Tips ...358 Hitches ...350 Minimum Requirements ...352 Trailer and Tongue Weight ...351 Wiring ...356 Trailer Towing Guide ...351 Trailer Weight ...351 Transaxle ...274 Automatic ...12,274 Operation ...274 Transfer Case ...413 Fluid ...438 Transmission ...274,410 Automatic ...274,410 Filter ...412 Fluid ...438 Maintenance ...410 Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) ...27 Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) . . 176 10
Owner Manual
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INDEX 477 Weight Load Carrying ...342 Wheel Alignment and Balance ...320 Wheel and Wheel Trim ...416 Wheel and Wheel Trim Care ...416 Wheel Changing ...369 Wheel Mounting ...370 Wheel Nut Torque ...374 Wind Buffeting ...184 Window Fogging ...262 Windows ...34 Power ...34 Windshield Defroster ...251,257 Windshield Washers ...151,153,401 Fluid ...151,384,385,401 Windshield Wiper Blades ...400 Windshield Wipers ...151 Wiper Blade Replacement ...400 Wiper, Rear ...264 Wipers, Intermittent ...152 Wrecker Towing ...379 YES Essentials Fabric Cleaning Procedure ...416 10
INDEX 477 Weight Load Carrying ...342 Wheel Alignment and Balance ...320 Wheel and Wheel Trim ...416 Wheel and Wheel Trim Care ...416 Wheel Changing ...369 Wheel Mounting ...370 Wheel Nut Torque ...374 Wind Buffeting ...184 Window Fogging ...262 Windows ...34 Power ...34 Windshield Defroster ...251,257 Windshield Washers ...151,153,401 Fluid ...151,384,385,401 Windshield Wiper Blades ...400 Windshield Wipers ...151 Wiper Blade Replacement ...400 Wiper, Rear ...264 Wipers, Intermittent ...152 Wrecker Towing ...379 YES Essentials Fabric Cleaning Procedure ...416 10