Owner Manual
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... Range ...380 ▫ Replacement Parts ...381 Ⅵ Vehicle Loading ...381 ▫ Certification Label ...381 Ⅵ Trailer Towing ...385 ▫ Common Towing Definitions ...385 ▫ Trailer Hitch Classification ...389 ▫ Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) ...390 ▫ Trailer And Tongue Weight ...390 ▫ Towing Requirements ...392
... Range ...380 ▫ Replacement Parts ...381 Ⅵ Vehicle Loading ...381 ▫ Certification Label ...381 Ⅵ Trailer Towing ...385 ▫ Common Towing Definitions ...385 ▫ Trailer Hitch Classification ...389 ▫ Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) ...390 ▫ Trailer And Tongue Weight ...390 ▫ Towing Requirements ...392
Owner Manual
Page 388
Make sure that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GAWR. You must consider this as part of the load on the hitch ball by the trailer. Frontal Area The maximum height and maximum width of the front of the front and rear axles. WARNING! It is important ...that you do not exceed either rating is exceeded. In most cases it should not be installed between the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue that can result if either front or rear GAWR. Tongue Weight (TW) The downward force exerted on your vehicle. A dangerous...
Make sure that you do not exceed the maximum front or rear GAWR. You must consider this as part of the load on the hitch ball by the trailer. Frontal Area The maximum height and maximum width of the front of the front and rear axles. WARNING! It is important ...that you do not exceed either rating is exceeded. In most cases it should not be installed between the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue that can result if either front or rear GAWR. Tongue Weight (TW) The downward force exerted on your vehicle. A dangerous...
Owner Manual
Page 389
...truck. When used in accordance with gross axle weight rating (GAWR) requirements. 5 Trailer sway control and a weight distributing (load equalizing) hitch are typically used to the tow vehicle's front axle and the trailer axle(s). They are recommended for heavier Tongue Weights (TW) and may ... they're commonly used for heavier loads, to distribute trailer tongue weight to tow small- STARTING AND OPERATING 387 Weight-Carrying Hitch A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue weight, just as if it provides for a more level ride, offering more consistent steering and brake ...
...truck. When used in accordance with gross axle weight rating (GAWR) requirements. 5 Trailer sway control and a weight distributing (load equalizing) hitch are typically used to the tow vehicle's front axle and the trailer axle(s). They are recommended for heavier Tongue Weights (TW) and may ... they're commonly used for heavier loads, to distribute trailer tongue weight to tow small- STARTING AND OPERATING 387 Weight-Carrying Hitch A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue weight, just as if it provides for a more level ride, offering more consistent steering and brake ...
Owner Manual
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388 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Weight-Distributing Hitch System An improperly adjusted Weight Distributing Hitch system may not be compatible with your hitch and trailer manufacturer or a reputable Recreational Vehicle dealer for additional information. Consult with Surge Brake Couplers. Weight Distributing Systems may reduce handling, stability, braking performance, and could result in an accident.
388 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! Weight-Distributing Hitch System An improperly adjusted Weight Distributing Hitch system may not be compatible with your hitch and trailer manufacturer or a reputable Recreational Vehicle dealer for additional information. Consult with Surge Brake Couplers. Weight Distributing Systems may reduce handling, stability, braking performance, and could result in an accident.
Owner Manual
Page 391
... arm connects to a ball mounted in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your dealer for the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can tow and should be factory equipped for safe towing of a pickup truck. The following chart provides the industry standard for package content.... Trailer Hitch Classification The rear bumper is intended to tow trailers up ...
... arm connects to a ball mounted in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your dealer for the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can tow and should be factory equipped for safe towing of a pickup truck. The following chart provides the industry standard for package content.... Trailer Hitch Classification The rear bumper is intended to tow trailers up ...
Owner Manual
Page 392
390 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions Class Max. Heavy Duty 5,000 lbs (2268 kg) Class IV - Extra 10,000 lbs (4540 kg) Heavy Duty Fifth Wheel/ Greater than 10,... I - Medium 3,500 lbs (1587 kg) Duty Class III - Failure to the following website addresses: • http:// www.dodge.com/towing. • http:// www.dodge.ca (Canada). All trailer hitches should be professionally installed on the tow hitch of many trailer accidents. Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) NOTE: For additional trailer towing information...
390 STARTING AND OPERATING Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions Class Max. Heavy Duty 5,000 lbs (2268 kg) Class IV - Extra 10,000 lbs (4540 kg) Heavy Duty Fifth Wheel/ Greater than 10,... I - Medium 3,500 lbs (1587 kg) Duty Class III - Failure to the following website addresses: • http:// www.dodge.com/towing. • http:// www.dodge.ca (Canada). All trailer hitches should be professionally installed on the tow hitch of many trailer accidents. Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) NOTE: For additional trailer towing information...
Owner Manual
Page 393
...: Remember that everything put in the Tire Safety Information Section of the driver and all passengers. Refer to the load on your bumper or trailer hitch. STARTING AND OPERATING 391 Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on your vehicle. Consider the following items when computing the weight on the rear...
...: Remember that everything put in the Tire Safety Information Section of the driver and all passengers. Refer to the load on your bumper or trailer hitch. STARTING AND OPERATING 391 Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on your vehicle. Consider the following items when computing the weight on the rear...
Owner Manual
Page 395
... and allow enough slack for turning corners. • Vehicles with four-wheel-drive vehicles, make sure the transfer case is not in P for the trailer hitch utilized (This requirement may limit the ability to always achieve the 10% to 15% range of tongue weight as a percentage of the vehicle... hitch. And with trailers should not be parked on the tow vehicle. Always, block or ЉchockЉ the trailer wheels. • GCWR must not be ...
... and allow enough slack for turning corners. • Vehicles with four-wheel-drive vehicles, make sure the transfer case is not in P for the trailer hitch utilized (This requirement may limit the ability to always achieve the 10% to 15% range of tongue weight as a percentage of the vehicle... hitch. And with trailers should not be parked on the tow vehicle. Always, block or ЉchockЉ the trailer wheels. • GCWR must not be ...
Owner Manual
Page 541
INDEX 539 Heated Seats ...Heater ...Heater, Engine Block ...High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch Hitches Trailer Towing ...Hoisting ...HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter Hood Release ...Hoses ...Hub Caps ... ...131 ...261 ...282 . . 140 ...389 434 156 133 470 429 Inside ...
INDEX 539 Heated Seats ...Heater ...Heater, Engine Block ...High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch Hitches Trailer Towing ...Hoisting ...HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter Hood Release ...Hoses ...Hub Caps ... ...131 ...261 ...282 . . 140 ...389 434 156 133 470 429 Inside ...
Owner Manual
Page 550
... Recreational ...406 Weight ...390 Towing Assistance ...104 Traction ...314 Traction Control ...206,326 Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ...337 Trailer Towing ...385 Cooling System Tips ...399 Hitches ...389 Minimum Requirements ...392 Mirrors ...89,400 Trailer and Tongue Weight ...390 Wiring ...396 Trailer Towing Guide ...390 Trailer Weight ...390 Transaxle Automatic ...12 Manual...
... Recreational ...406 Weight ...390 Towing Assistance ...104 Traction ...314 Traction Control ...206,326 Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ...337 Trailer Towing ...385 Cooling System Tips ...399 Hitches ...389 Minimum Requirements ...392 Mirrors ...89,400 Trailer and Tongue Weight ...390 Wiring ...396 Trailer Towing Guide ...390 Trailer Weight ...390 Transaxle Automatic ...12 Manual...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 268
...) ...350 ▫ Bulk Fuel Storage ...351 Ⅵ Vehicle Loading ...352 ▫ Certification Label ...352 Ⅵ Trailer Towing ...356 ▫ Common Towing Definitions ...356 ▫ Trailer Hitch Classification ...360 ▫ Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) ...361 ▫ Trailer And Tongue Weight ...361 ▫ Towing Requirements ...362 ▫ Towing Tips ...368...
...) ...350 ▫ Bulk Fuel Storage ...351 Ⅵ Vehicle Loading ...352 ▫ Certification Label ...352 Ⅵ Trailer Towing ...356 ▫ Common Towing Definitions ...356 ▫ Trailer Hitch Classification ...360 ▫ Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) ...361 ▫ Trailer And Tongue Weight ...361 ▫ Towing Requirements ...362 ▫ Towing Tips ...368...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 359
... AND OPERATING 357 Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) The GAWR is exceeded. You must consider this as if it should not be installed between the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue that you do not exceed either rating is the maximum capacity of the load on the market today and they... the trailer load. It is a telescoping link that can result if either front or rear GAWR. Tongue Weight (TW) The downward force exerted on the hitch ball by the trailer. Frontal Area The maximum height and maximum width of the front of the vehicle and have an accident. Weight-Carrying...
... AND OPERATING 357 Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) The GAWR is exceeded. You must consider this as if it should not be installed between the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue that you do not exceed either rating is the maximum capacity of the load on the market today and they... the trailer load. It is a telescoping link that can result if either front or rear GAWR. Tongue Weight (TW) The downward force exerted on the hitch ball by the trailer. Frontal Area The maximum height and maximum width of the front of the vehicle and have an accident. Weight-Carrying...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 360
... offering more consistent steering and brake control thereby enhancing towing safety. Trailer sway control and a weight distributing (load equalizing) hitch are typically used in an accident. WARNING! Weight Distributing Systems may not be required depending on Vehicle and Trailer configuration /... loading to comply with the manufacturers' directions, it provides for additional information. 358 STARTING AND OPERATING Weight-Distributing Hitch A weight-distributing system works by traffic and crosswinds and contributes positively to the tow vehicle's front axle and the trailer...
... offering more consistent steering and brake control thereby enhancing towing safety. Trailer sway control and a weight distributing (load equalizing) hitch are typically used in an accident. WARNING! Weight Distributing Systems may not be required depending on Vehicle and Trailer configuration /... loading to comply with the manufacturers' directions, it provides for additional information. 358 STARTING AND OPERATING Weight-Distributing Hitch A weight-distributing system works by traffic and crosswinds and contributes positively to the tow vehicle's front axle and the trailer...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 362
...towing condition. Trailer Hitch Classification The rear bumper is intended to tow trailers up to 2,000 lbs (907 kg) without added equipment or alterations to "Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)" for the website address that mounts over the rear axle of a pickup truck. Heavy Duty ...5,000 lbs (2268 kg) Class IV - The coupling arm connects to assist you in the truck bed. Refer to the standard equipment. Trailer Hitch Classification Class Max. Medium 3,500 lbs (1587 kg) Duty Class...
...towing condition. Trailer Hitch Classification The rear bumper is intended to tow trailers up to 2,000 lbs (907 kg) without added equipment or alterations to "Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)" for the website address that mounts over the rear axle of a pickup truck. Heavy Duty ...5,000 lbs (2268 kg) Class IV - The coupling arm connects to assist you in the truck bed. Refer to the standard equipment. Trailer Hitch Classification Class Max. Medium 3,500 lbs (1587 kg) Duty Class...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 363
... to load trailers heavier in front is the cause of many trailer accidents. Failure to the following items when computing the weight on the tow hitch of vehicle and trailer. Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the rear can cause the trailer to sway severely side to side which...
... to load trailers heavier in front is the cause of many trailer accidents. Failure to the following items when computing the weight on the tow hitch of vehicle and trailer. Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the rear can cause the trailer to sway severely side to side which...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 365
... and the trailer such that the following four ratings are not exceeded: 1. GVWR 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 363 WARNING! You could lose control of the vehicle hitch. Always, block or ЉchockЉ the trailer wheels. • GCWR must not be exceeded. • Total weight must always be distributed between your vehicle...
... and the trailer such that the following four ratings are not exceeded: 1. GVWR 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 363 WARNING! You could lose control of the vehicle hitch. Always, block or ЉchockЉ the trailer wheels. • GCWR must not be exceeded. • Total weight must always be distributed between your vehicle...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 366
... vehicle. 364 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Tongue weight rating for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage before trailer usage. − Check for the trailer hitch utilized (This requirement may limit the ability to always achieve the 10% to the Tires-General Information section of total trailer weight). GAWR 4. Refer to...
... vehicle. 364 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Tongue weight rating for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage before trailer usage. − Check for the trailer hitch utilized (This requirement may limit the ability to always achieve the 10% to the Tires-General Information section of total trailer weight). GAWR 4. Refer to...
Owner Manual Diesel
Page 514
... Lights On Reminder ...132 Passing ...134 Switch ...131 Heated Mirrors ...87,173 Heated Seats ...126 Heater ...252 High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 134 Hitches Trailer Towing ...360 Hoisting ...396 HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter ...151 Hood Release ...127 Hoses ...443,445 Hub Caps ...392 Hydraulic Clutch Fluid ...445...
... Lights On Reminder ...132 Passing ...134 Switch ...131 Heated Mirrors ...87,173 Heated Seats ...126 Heater ...252 High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 134 Hitches Trailer Towing ...360 Hoisting ...396 HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter ...151 Hood Release ...127 Hoses ...443,445 Hub Caps ...392 Hydraulic Clutch Fluid ...445...