Owner Manual
Page 106
... determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous and average fuel economy, according to instantaneous changes in fuel consumption as the number of a trip or when a trailer is suggested that can be travelled with the fuel remaining in the tank. At this mode be on the the red "E" marker) there is refueled...
... determined by a weighted average of the instantaneous and average fuel economy, according to instantaneous changes in fuel consumption as the number of a trip or when a trailer is suggested that can be travelled with the fuel remaining in the tank. At this mode be on the the red "E" marker) there is refueled...
Owner Manual
Page 136
... return to the temperature indicator if the engine overheats. The gauge pointer will return to light up mountain grades, in heavy traffic, or when towing a trailer.
... return to the temperature indicator if the engine overheats. The gauge pointer will return to light up mountain grades, in heavy traffic, or when towing a trailer.
Owner Manual
Page 141
... your vehicle may be drivable, however, see your vehicle will come on when the ignition is at idle or faster, with severe usage such as trailer towing. If the light remains lit with the Electronic Throttle Control system. If this light comes on, stop the vehicle and run the engine at...
... your vehicle may be drivable, however, see your vehicle will come on when the ignition is at idle or faster, with severe usage such as trailer towing. If the light remains lit with the Electronic Throttle Control system. If this light comes on, stop the vehicle and run the engine at...
Owner Manual
Page 180
If this situation is encountered, operate the transmission in hot weather especially when towing a trailer, additional engine cooling may be necessary to shift into the ducts. 180 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS Summer Operation Air conditioned vehicles must be protected with a ...
If this situation is encountered, operate the transmission in hot weather especially when towing a trailer, additional engine cooling may be necessary to shift into the ducts. 180 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS Summer Operation Air conditioned vehicles must be protected with a ...
Owner Manual
Page 186
...; Curb Weight ...249 ▫ Loading ...249 Ⅵ Trailer Towing ...251 ▫ Common Towing Definitions ...251 ▫ Trailer Hitch Classification ...256 ▫ Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) ...257 ▫ Trailer And Tongue Weight ...257 ▫ Towing Requirements ...258 ▫ Towing Tips ...262 Ⅵ Snowplow ...264 ▫ Dodge Dakota Models ...264 Ⅵ Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc...
...; Curb Weight ...249 ▫ Loading ...249 Ⅵ Trailer Towing ...251 ▫ Common Towing Definitions ...251 ▫ Trailer Hitch Classification ...256 ▫ Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) ...257 ▫ Trailer And Tongue Weight ...257 ▫ Towing Requirements ...258 ▫ Towing Tips ...262 Ⅵ Snowplow ...264 ▫ Dodge Dakota Models ...264 Ⅵ Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc...
Owner Manual
Page 194
.... After cooldown, the transmission will resume when the transmission fluid temperature has risen to the Note under torque converter clutch, later in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, etc., and frequent transmission shifting occurs, press the "TOW/HAUL" button. This will automatically select the most desirable gear for operation at...
.... After cooldown, the transmission will resume when the transmission fluid temperature has risen to the Note under torque converter clutch, later in hilly areas, towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, etc., and frequent transmission shifting occurs, press the "TOW/HAUL" button. This will automatically select the most desirable gear for operation at...
Owner Manual
Page 223
...the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be five 150 lb. 5 Subtract the combined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage and trailer tongue weight (if applicable) should never exceed the weight referenced here. The resulting figure equals the available amount of this manual. NOTE: Under...AND OPERATING 223 Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not be exceeded. For further information on GAWR's, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the "Tire and Loading Information" placard ...
...the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be five 150 lb. 5 Subtract the combined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage and trailer tongue weight (if applicable) should never exceed the weight referenced here. The resulting figure equals the available amount of this manual. NOTE: Under...AND OPERATING 223 Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not be exceeded. For further information on GAWR's, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the "Tire and Loading Information" placard ...
Owner Manual
Page 224
... this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. 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 your vehicle, the...
... this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. 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 your vehicle, the...
Owner Manual
Page 251
...of towing you can reasonably do not exceed the GVWR. 5 The total load must be limited so that you in understanding the following trailer towing related definitions will find safety tips and information on limits to tow your load as efficiently and safely as possible. Gross Vehicle ...;curb weight؆ condition, and in this information to the type of your vehicle. This includes driver, passengers, cargo and tongue weight. TRAILER TOWING In this section you will assist you do with your vehicle. STARTING AND OPERATING 251 after the vehicle has been weighed both in its...
...of towing you can reasonably do not exceed the GVWR. 5 The total load must be limited so that you in understanding the following trailer towing related definitions will find safety tips and information on limits to tow your load as efficiently and safely as possible. Gross Vehicle ...;curb weight؆ condition, and in this information to the type of your vehicle. This includes driver, passengers, cargo and tongue weight. TRAILER TOWING In this section you will assist you do with your vehicle. STARTING AND OPERATING 251 after the vehicle has been weighed both in its...
Owner Manual
Page 252
... or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition can result if either front or rear GAWR. In most cases it should not be supported by the trailer. The recommended way to measure GTW is the maximum capacity of the front and rear axles. Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) The gross combination ...weight rating (GCWR) is the total permissible weight of your vehicle and trailer when weighed in its Љloaded and ready for the presence of a driver). Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) The GAWR is to put your...
... or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition can result if either front or rear GAWR. In most cases it should not be supported by the trailer. The recommended way to measure GTW is the maximum capacity of the front and rear axles. Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) The gross combination ...weight rating (GCWR) is the total permissible weight of your vehicle and trailer when weighed in its Љloaded and ready for the presence of a driver). Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) The GAWR is to put your...
Owner Manual
Page 253
...motion to the tow vehicle's front axle and the trailer axle(s). When 5 Even if your trailer. • Trailer Sway Control - and medium-sized trailers. Always use caution when towing a trailer and follow the tongue weight recommendations. Mechanical The trailer sway control is required. STARTING AND OPERATING 253 ...to attempt to tow small- Weight-Distributing Hitch A weight-distributing system works by applying leverage through spring (load) bars. TSC (Trailer Sway Control) - They are the most popular on the market today and they're commonly used for the size of hitches are...
...motion to the tow vehicle's front axle and the trailer axle(s). When 5 Even if your trailer. • Trailer Sway Control - and medium-sized trailers. Always use caution when towing a trailer and follow the tongue weight recommendations. Mechanical The trailer sway control is required. STARTING AND OPERATING 253 ...to attempt to tow small- Weight-Distributing Hitch A weight-distributing system works by applying leverage through spring (load) bars. TSC (Trailer Sway Control) - They are the most popular on the market today and they're commonly used for the size of hitches are...
Owner Manual
Page 254
.... An improperly adjusted Weight Distributing Hitch system may not be required depending on Vehicle and Trailer configuration / loading to tow vehicle and trailer stability. Consult with your hitch and trailer manufacturer or a reputable Recreational Vehicle dealer for a more level ride, offering more consistent ...steering and brake control thereby enhancing towing safety. Trailer sway control and a weight distributing (load equalizing) hitch are recommended for heavier Tongue Weights (TW) and may be...
.... An improperly adjusted Weight Distributing Hitch system may not be required depending on Vehicle and Trailer configuration / loading to tow vehicle and trailer stability. Consult with your hitch and trailer manufacturer or a reputable Recreational Vehicle dealer for a more level ride, offering more consistent ...steering and brake control thereby enhancing towing safety. Trailer sway control and a weight distributing (load equalizing) hitch are recommended for heavier Tongue Weights (TW) and may be...
Owner Manual
Page 255
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 255 5 Weight Distributing Hitch System Improper Adjustment of Weight Distributing System Fifth-Wheel Hitch 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 255 5 Weight Distributing Hitch System Improper Adjustment of Weight Distributing System Fifth-Wheel Hitch A special high platform with a coupling king pin.
Owner Manual
Page 256
...,000 lbs (4540 kg) Heavy Duty Fifth Wheel/ Greater than 10,000 lbs (4540 Gooseneck kg) All trailer hitches should be professionally installed on your specific drivetrain. Trailer Hitch Classification Class Max. Medium 3,500 lbs (1587 kg) Duty Class III - Light Duty 2,000 lbs ... lbs (2268 kg) Class IV - Your vehicle may be factory equipped for the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can tow and should be used to "Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)" for the website address that contains the necessary information for package content. GTW ...
...,000 lbs (4540 kg) Heavy Duty Fifth Wheel/ Greater than 10,000 lbs (4540 Gooseneck kg) All trailer hitches should be professionally installed on your specific drivetrain. Trailer Hitch Classification Class Max. Medium 3,500 lbs (1587 kg) Duty Class III - Light Duty 2,000 lbs ... lbs (2268 kg) Class IV - Your vehicle may be factory equipped for the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can tow and should be used to "Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)" for the website address that contains the necessary information for package content. GTW ...
Owner Manual
Page 257
...:// www.dodge.ca (Canada). This places 10% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer. Trailer and Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 15% of the Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) on your vehicle. STARTING AND OPERATING 257 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) NOTE: For additional trailer towing information (maximum trailer weight ratings...
...:// www.dodge.ca (Canada). This places 10% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer. Trailer and Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 15% of the Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) on your vehicle. STARTING AND OPERATING 257 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) NOTE: For additional trailer towing information (maximum trailer weight ratings...
Owner Manual
Page 258
...of cargo or equipment put into or on your new vehicle drivetrain components the following guidelines are recommended: CAUTION! • Avoid towing a trailer for the first 500 miles (805 km) of this manual. Refer to the Tire and Loading Information placard in the Tire Safety Information ...Section of the driver and all passengers. When towing a trailer, never exceed the GAWR, or GCWR, ratings. NOTE: Remember that everything put in or on your vehicle. • The weight of this ...
...of cargo or equipment put into or on your new vehicle drivetrain components the following guidelines are recommended: CAUTION! • Avoid towing a trailer for the first 500 miles (805 km) of this manual. Refer to the Tire and Loading Information placard in the Tire Safety Information ...Section of the driver and all passengers. When towing a trailer, never exceed the GAWR, or GCWR, ratings. NOTE: Remember that everything put in or on your vehicle. • The weight of this ...
Owner Manual
Page 259
...8226; GCWR must not be exceeded. • Total weight must always be used between the tow vehicle and the trailer such that may be distributed between your vehicle or trailer. With a manual transmission, shift the transmission into reverse. Follow these guidelines to control. When parking, apply the ...to the frame or hook retainers of your vehicle and have an accident. • When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not overload your vehicle and trailer. Put the tow vehicle automatic transmission in P for the driver to make sure the transfer case is secured in ...
...8226; GCWR must not be exceeded. • Total weight must always be used between the tow vehicle and the trailer such that may be distributed between your vehicle or trailer. With a manual transmission, shift the transmission into reverse. Follow these guidelines to control. When parking, apply the ...to the frame or hook retainers of your vehicle and have an accident. • When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not overload your vehicle and trailer. Put the tow vehicle automatic transmission in P for the driver to make sure the transfer case is secured in ...
Owner Manual
Page 260
...tires with that of tire wear or visible tire damage before towing a trailer. Towing Requirements - Trailer Brakes − Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or vacuum system of total trailer weight). 260 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Towing Requirements - This could cause inadequate... braking and possible personal injury. − An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is required when towing a trailer with electronically GAWR 4. Refer to 15% range of tongue weight as a percentage of your vehicle. Refer...
...tires with that of tire wear or visible tire damage before towing a trailer. Towing Requirements - Trailer Brakes − Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or vacuum system of total trailer weight). 260 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Towing Requirements - This could cause inadequate... braking and possible personal injury. − An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is required when towing a trailer with electronically GAWR 4. Refer to 15% range of tongue weight as a percentage of your vehicle. Refer...
Owner Manual
Page 261
...stopping distance. STARTING AND OPERATING 261 actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with a hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electronic brake controller is not required. − Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over 1,000 lbs (454 kg) and required for additional space ...between your brake system and cause it should have an accident. Do not connect trailer brakes to accelerated brake lining wear, higher brake pedal effort, and longer stopping distances. 5 The Trailer Tow Package may include a 4 and 7 pin wiring harness. Failure to fail....
...stopping distance. STARTING AND OPERATING 261 actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with a hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electronic brake controller is not required. − Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over 1,000 lbs (454 kg) and required for additional space ...between your brake system and cause it should have an accident. Do not connect trailer brakes to accelerated brake lining wear, higher brake pedal effort, and longer stopping distances. 5 The Trailer Tow Package may include a 4 and 7 pin wiring harness. Failure to fail....
Owner Manual
Page 262
Refer to a trailer connector. The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to the following illustrations. 7- Pin Connector 262 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles wiring harness. Pin Connector Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer in an area away from heavy traffic. 4 -
Refer to a trailer connector. The electrical connections are all complete to the vehicle but you must mate the harness to the following illustrations. 7- Pin Connector 262 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles wiring harness. Pin Connector Towing Tips Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing the trailer in an area away from heavy traffic. 4 -