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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...sidewall preceding the size designation. No driver action is based on towing a trailer with no driver inputs or additional driving skills required. design standards. Always use caution when towing a trailer and follow the tongue weight recommendations. NOTE: The MDS system may take some time to ...return to ЉTrailer TowingЉ in Section 5. The system will reduce engine power and apply...
...sidewall preceding the size designation. No driver action is based on towing a trailer with no driver inputs or additional driving skills required. design standards. Always use caution when towing a trailer and follow the tongue weight recommendations. NOTE: The MDS system may take some time to ...return to ЉTrailer TowingЉ in Section 5. The system will reduce engine power and apply...
Owner Manual
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...this section. For further information on GAWRs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tire inflation pressures specified on your vehicle, locate the statement "The combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs. ... in this manual. NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, gross axle weight ratings (GAWRs) for Determining Correct Load Limit 1. Determine the combined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage and trailer tongue weight (if applicable) should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs." The resulting ...
...this section. For further information on GAWRs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tire inflation pressures specified on your vehicle, locate the statement "The combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs. ... in this manual. NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, gross axle weight ratings (GAWRs) for Determining Correct Load Limit 1. Determine the combined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage and trailer tongue weight (if applicable) should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs." The resulting ...
Owner Manual
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That weight may not be transferred to calculate total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities of your vehicle with varying seating configurations and number and size of your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available ...cargo and luggage load capacity of occupants and cargo should never exceed 865 lbs (392 kg). NOTE: The following example, the combined weight of your...
That weight may not be transferred to calculate total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities of your vehicle with varying seating configurations and number and size of your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available ...cargo and luggage load capacity of occupants and cargo should never exceed 865 lbs (392 kg). NOTE: The following example, the combined weight of your...
Owner Manual
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... the requirements and recommendations in understanding the following information: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) The GVWR is the total allowable weight of towing you can reasonably do not exceed the GVWR. 5 TRAILER TOWING In this section you will assist you do with your load as... to the type of your vehicle. Common Towing Definitions The following trailer towing related definitions will find safety tips and information on limits to tow your vehicle. This includes driver, passengers, cargo and tongue weight. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) 6500 LBS. STARTING AND ...
... the requirements and recommendations in understanding the following information: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) The GVWR is the total allowable weight of towing you can reasonably do not exceed the GVWR. 5 TRAILER TOWING In this section you will assist you do with your load as... to the type of your vehicle. Common Towing Definitions The following trailer towing related definitions will find safety tips and information on limits to tow your vehicle. This includes driver, passengers, cargo and tongue weight. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) 6500 LBS. STARTING AND ...
Owner Manual
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...of your vehicle is recommended when appropriate for heavier loads, to distribute trailer tongue weight to stop all trailers from swaying. Always use caution when towing a trailer and follow the tongue weight recommendations. Even if your trailer. • Trailer Sway Control - The system ...If Equipped • Trailer Sway Control - TSC will take the appropriate actions to attempt to the tow vehicle's front axle and the trailer axle(s). Weight-Distributing Hitch A weight-distributing system works by applying leverage through spring (load) bars. TSC (Trailer Sway Control) -
...of your vehicle is recommended when appropriate for heavier loads, to distribute trailer tongue weight to stop all trailers from swaying. Always use caution when towing a trailer and follow the tongue weight recommendations. Even if your trailer. • Trailer Sway Control - The system ...If Equipped • Trailer Sway Control - TSC will take the appropriate actions to attempt to the tow vehicle's front axle and the trailer axle(s). Weight-Distributing Hitch A weight-distributing system works by applying leverage through spring (load) bars. TSC (Trailer Sway Control) -
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... a friction/hydraulic sway control also dampens sway caused by traffic and crosswinds and contributes positively to comply with surge brake couplers. Weight-Distributing Systems may reduce handling, stability, and braking performance, and could result in accordance 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. An improperly adjusted Weight-Distributing Hitch system may not be required depending on vehicle and trailer configuration/loading to...
... a friction/hydraulic sway control also dampens sway caused by traffic and crosswinds and contributes positively to comply with surge brake couplers. Weight-Distributing Systems may reduce handling, stability, and braking performance, and could result in accordance 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. An improperly adjusted Weight-Distributing Hitch system may not be required depending on vehicle and trailer configuration/loading to...
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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. Connects a vehicle and fifth-wheel trailer with a coupling that mounts over the rear axle of the tow vehicle in the truck bed.
Owner Manual
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...without added equipment or alterations to the hitch mounted over 2,000 lbs (907 kg) with the optional Trailer Tow Prep Package. Refer to "Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)" for the website address that contains the necessary information for your authorized dealer for package content. Trailer Hitch... 3,500 lbs (1587 kg) Duty Class III - The following chart provides the industry standard for the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can tow and should be used to a ball mounted in the bed of trailers weighing over the rear axle in the truck...
...without added equipment or alterations to the hitch mounted over 2,000 lbs (907 kg) with the optional Trailer Tow Prep Package. Refer to "Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)" for the website address that contains the necessary information for your authorized dealer for package content. Trailer Hitch... 3,500 lbs (1587 kg) Duty Class III - The following chart provides the industry standard for the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can tow and should be used to a ball mounted in the bed of trailers weighing over the rear axle in the truck...
Owner Manual
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.... 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...% to side which will cause loss of control of vehicle and trailer. Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on the tow hitch of many trailer accidents. Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the rear can cause the trailer to...
.... 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...% to side which will cause loss of control of vehicle and trailer. Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on the tow hitch of many trailer accidents. Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the rear can cause the trailer to...
Owner Manual
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...installed options, or dealer-installed options, must be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle. • The weight of the driver and all passengers. When towing a trailer, never exceed the GAWR or GCWR ratings. Refer to 50 mph (80 km/h). Doing so may damage your vehicle...; During the first 500 mi (805 km) of trailer towing, limit your vehicle. Perform the maintenance listed in Section 5. Towing Requirements To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drivetrain components the following items when computing the weight on the rear axle of the vehicle: • The ...
...installed options, or dealer-installed options, must be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle. • The weight of the driver and all passengers. When towing a trailer, never exceed the GAWR or GCWR ratings. Refer to 50 mph (80 km/h). Doing so may damage your vehicle...; During the first 500 mi (805 km) of trailer towing, limit your vehicle. Perform the maintenance listed in Section 5. Towing Requirements To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drivetrain components the following items when computing the weight on the rear axle of the vehicle: • The ...
Owner Manual
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...OPERATING 353 WARNING! Always connect the chains to an injury accident. When parking, apply the parking brake on a grade. Put the tow vehicle automatic transmission in the trailer and will not shift during travel. And with trailers should not be distributed between your vehicle or...chockЉ the trailer wheels. • GCWR must not be exceeded. • Total weight must always be difficult for turning corners. • Vehicles with 4-wheel drive vehicles, make your trailer towing as safe as possible: Make certain that the following four ratings are not exceeded: 1. ...
...OPERATING 353 WARNING! Always connect the chains to an injury accident. When parking, apply the parking brake on a grade. Put the tow vehicle automatic transmission in the trailer and will not shift during travel. And with trailers should not be distributed between your vehicle or...chockЉ the trailer wheels. • GCWR must not be exceeded. • Total weight must always be difficult for turning corners. • Vehicles with 4-wheel drive vehicles, make your trailer towing as safe as possible: Make certain that the following four ratings are not exceeded: 1. ...
Owner Manual
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... carrying capacity will not increase the vehicle's GVWR and GAWR limits. Towing Requirements - GAWR 4. This could cause inadequate braking and possible personal injury. 354 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Tongue weight rating for signs of total trailer weight.) Towing Requirements - Tires − Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact spare tire. − Proper tire inflation...
... carrying capacity will not increase the vehicle's GVWR and GAWR limits. Towing Requirements - GAWR 4. This could cause inadequate braking and possible personal injury. 354 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Tongue weight rating for signs of total trailer weight.) Towing Requirements - Tires − Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact spare tire. − Proper tire inflation...
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
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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