Owner Manual
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... ▫ 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 252
... a vehicle scale. Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the trailer must consider this as part of the load on the hitch ball by the scale. It is important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GAWR. The recommended way to measure GTW ...is to put your vehicle. WARNING! The entire weight of the front and rear axles. 252 STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) The gross trailer ...
... a vehicle scale. Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the trailer must consider this as part of the load on the hitch ball by the scale. It is important that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GAWR. The recommended way to measure GTW ...is to put your vehicle. WARNING! The entire weight of the front and rear axles. 252 STARTING AND OPERATING Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) The gross trailer ...
Owner Manual
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... most popular on the market today and they're commonly used for the size of hitches are typically used to the tow vehicle's front axle and the trailer axle(s). TSC will reduce engine power and apply individual brakes that typically provides adjustable friction... telescoping motion to stop all trailers from swaying. Weight-Distributing Hitch A weight-distributing system works by applying leverage through spring (load) bars. Even if your trailer. • Trailer Sway Control - TSC can be installed between the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue that will take the ...
... most popular on the market today and they're commonly used for the size of hitches are typically used to the tow vehicle's front axle and the trailer axle(s). TSC will reduce engine power and apply individual brakes that typically provides adjustable friction... telescoping motion to stop all trailers from swaying. Weight-Distributing Hitch A weight-distributing system works by applying leverage through spring (load) bars. Even if your trailer. • Trailer Sway Control - TSC can be installed between the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue that will take the ...
Owner Manual
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... 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... with the manufacturers' directions, it provides for additional information. 254 STARTING AND OPERATING used in an accident. Trailer sway control and a weight distributing (load equalizing) hitch are recommended for heavier Tongue Weights (TW) and may be compatible with Surge Brake Couplers. The addition of...
... 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... with the manufacturers' directions, it provides for additional information. 254 STARTING AND OPERATING used in an accident. Trailer sway control and a weight distributing (load equalizing) hitch are recommended for heavier Tongue Weights (TW) and may be compatible with Surge Brake Couplers. The addition of...
Owner Manual
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Connects a vehicle and fifth-wheel trailer with a coupling that mounts over the rear axle of Weight Distributing System Fifth-Wheel Hitch A special high platform with a coupling king pin. STARTING AND OPERATING 255 5 Weight Distributing Hitch System Improper Adjustment of the tow vehicle in the truck bed.
Connects a vehicle and fifth-wheel trailer with a coupling that mounts over the rear axle of Weight Distributing System Fifth-Wheel Hitch A special high platform with a coupling king pin. STARTING AND OPERATING 255 5 Weight Distributing Hitch System Improper Adjustment of the tow vehicle in the truck bed.
Owner Manual
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... kg) Class IV - Extra 10,000 lbs (4540 kg) Heavy Duty Fifth Wheel/ Greater than 10,000 lbs (4540 Gooseneck kg) All trailer hitches should be used to assist you in the truck bed. Your vehicle may be professionally installed on your dealer for your specific drivetrain. Refer to... contains the necessary information for safe towing of a pickup truck. Medium 3,500 lbs (1587 kg) Duty Class III - Trailer Hitch Classification The rear bumper is intended to tow trailers up to 2,000 lbs (907 kg) without added equipment or alterations to the standard equipment. Light Duty 2,000 lbs (...
... kg) Class IV - Extra 10,000 lbs (4540 kg) Heavy Duty Fifth Wheel/ Greater than 10,000 lbs (4540 Gooseneck kg) All trailer hitches should be used to assist you in the truck bed. Your vehicle may be professionally installed on your dealer for your specific drivetrain. Refer to... contains the necessary information for safe towing of a pickup truck. Medium 3,500 lbs (1587 kg) Duty Class III - Trailer Hitch Classification The rear bumper is intended to tow trailers up to 2,000 lbs (907 kg) without added equipment or alterations to the standard equipment. Light Duty 2,000 lbs (...
Owner Manual
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...; The tongue weight of the trailer. STARTING AND OPERATING 257 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) NOTE: For additional trailer towing information (maximum trailer weight ratings) refer to 15% of the Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) on the tow hitch of your bumper or trailer hitch. 5 Consider the following website addresses: • http:// www.dodge.com/towing. • http:// www...
...; The tongue weight of the trailer. STARTING AND OPERATING 257 Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) NOTE: For additional trailer towing information (maximum trailer weight ratings) refer to 15% of the Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) on the tow hitch of your bumper or trailer hitch. 5 Consider the following website addresses: • http:// www.dodge.com/towing. • http:// www...
Owner Manual
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..., chassis structure or tires. • Safety chains must be difficult for the driver to an injury accident. Cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough slack for Park. STARTING AND OPERATING 259 WARNING! When parking, apply the parking brake on a grade. You could... lose control of the vehicle hitch. GVWR 5 When trailering cargo that is not fully secured, dynamic load shifts can occur that the load is not in P for turning corners. •...
..., chassis structure or tires. • Safety chains must be difficult for the driver to an injury accident. Cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough slack for Park. STARTING AND OPERATING 259 WARNING! When parking, apply the parking brake on a grade. You could... lose control of the vehicle hitch. GVWR 5 When trailering cargo that is not fully secured, dynamic load shifts can occur that the load is not in P for turning corners. •...
Owner Manual
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... Tires-General Information section of this manual on Replacement Tires for signs of your vehicle with that of total trailer weight). Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized (This requirement may limit the ability to always achieve the 10% to the safe and satisfactory operation... of tire wear or visible tire damage before trailer usage. − Check for proper tire replacement procedures. Replacing tires ...
... Tires-General Information section of this manual on Replacement Tires for signs of your vehicle with that of total trailer weight). Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized (This requirement may limit the ability to always achieve the 10% to the safe and satisfactory operation... of tire wear or visible tire damage before trailer usage. − Check for proper tire replacement procedures. Replacing tires ...
Owner Manual
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... ...333 Switch ...92 Heated Mirrors ...82 Heated Seats ...87 Heater, Engine Block ...189 High Beam Indicator ...137 High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch ...96 Hitches Trailer Towing ...256 Holder, Cup ...123 HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter ...110 Hood Release ...88 Hoses ...315 Ignition ...Key ...Ignition Key Removal Illuminated Entry...
... ...333 Switch ...92 Heated Mirrors ...82 Heated Seats ...87 Heater, Engine Block ...189 High Beam Indicator ...137 High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch ...96 Hitches Trailer Towing ...256 Holder, Cup ...123 HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter ...110 Hood Release ...88 Hoses ...315 Ignition ...Key ...Ignition Key Removal Illuminated Entry...
Owner Manual
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Wiring ...Trailer Towing Guide ...Trailer Weight ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 278 281 257 195 285 251 286 257 265 257 211 251 264 256 258 257 261 257 257 392 INDEX Chains ...235 Changing ...... ...237 Safety ...218,226 Sizes ...219 Snow Tires ...237 Spare Tire ...275 Spinning ...231 Tread Wear Indicators ...232 Wheel Mounting ...Wheel Nut Torque ...Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight Torque Converter Clutch ...Tow Hooks, Emergency ...Towing ...Disabled Vehicle ...Guide ...Recreational ...Weight ...Traction...
Wiring ...Trailer Towing Guide ...Trailer Weight ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 278 281 257 195 285 251 286 257 265 257 211 251 264 256 258 257 261 257 257 392 INDEX Chains ...235 Changing ...... ...237 Safety ...218,226 Sizes ...219 Snow Tires ...237 Spare Tire ...275 Spinning ...231 Tread Wear Indicators ...232 Wheel Mounting ...Wheel Nut Torque ...Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight Torque Converter Clutch ...Tow Hooks, Emergency ...Towing ...Disabled Vehicle ...Guide ...Recreational ...Weight ...Traction...