towing capacity CHRYSLER SEBRING SEDAN 2010 3.G Owners Manual

NOTE:Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition,
gross axle weight ratings (GAWRs) for the front and rear
axles must not be exceeded. For further information on
GAWRs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to
“Vehicle Loading” in this section.
To determine the maximum loading conditions of your
vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of
occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or
XXX kg” on the Tire and Loading Information placard.
The combined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage and
trailer tongue weight (if applicable) should never exceed
the weight referenced here. Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occu-
pants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or XXX kg”
on your vehicle’s placard.
2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and
passengers that will be riding in your vehicle.
3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas-
sengers from XXX lbs or XXX kg.
4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of
cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if “XXX”
amount equals 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there will be five
150 lb (68 kg) passengers in your vehicle, the amount of
available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs
(295 kg) (since 5 x 150 = 750, and 1400 – 750 = 650 lbs
[295 kg]).
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5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo
being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely
exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity
calculated in Step 4.
6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your
trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this
manual to determine how this reduces the available
cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle.NOTE:
•The following table shows examples on how to calcu-
late total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities
of your vehicle with varying seating configurations
and number and size of occupants. This table is for
illustration purposes only and may not be accurate for
the seating and load carry capacity of your vehicle.
•For the following example, the combined weight of
occupants and cargo should never exceed 865 lbs
(392 kg).
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Total weight must be distributed between the tow
vehicle and the trailer such that the following four
ratings are not exceeded:
1. GVWR
2. GTW
3. GAWR
4. Trailer tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch
utilized (This requirement may limit the ability to
always achieve 10% of trailer tongue weight as a
percentage 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 the safe
and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Refer to
“Tires — General Information” in this section for
proper tire inflation procedures.
•Check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pres-
sures before trailer usage.
•Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage
before towing a trailer. Refer to “Tires — General
Information” in this section for information on tread
wear indicators and for proper inspection procedure.
•When replacing tires, refer to “Tires — General Infor-
mation” in this section for information on replacement
tires and for proper tire replacement procedures. Re-
placing tires with a higher load carrying capacity will
not increase the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR limits.
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Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes
•
Donot interconnect the hydraulic brake system or
vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer.
This could cause inadequate braking and possible
personal injury.
•An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is
required when towing a trailer with electronically
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 (450 kg) and required for trailers in excess of
2,000 lbs (907 kg).
CAUTION!
If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (450 kg)
loaded, it should have its own brakes with adequate
braking capacity. Failure to do this could lead to
accelerated brake lining wear, higher brake pedal
effort, and longer stopping distances.
WARNING!
•Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s
hydraulic brake lines. It can overload your brake
system and cause it to fail. You might not have
brakes when you need them and could have an
accident.
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Console, Floor....................... 104,136
Contract, Service ........................ 411
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) .......... 357
Cooling System ......................... 354
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) .............. 356
Coolant Capacity ...................... 386
Coolant Level ...................... 355,358
Disposal of Used Coolant ................ 358
Drain, Flush, and Refill .................. 355
Inspection ........................... 358
Points to Remember .................... 359
Pressure Cap ......................... 357
Radiator Cap ......................... 357
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ......355,386,387
Corrosion Protection ..................... 365
Crankcase Ventilation Module ............... 20
Cruise Control (Speed Control) .............. 117
Cruise Light ........................... 152
Cupholders ...................... 104,132,370Customer Assistance
..................... 409
Customer Programmable Features ............ 167
Daytime Running Lights ................... 110
Dealer Service .......................... 341
Deck Lid, Power Release ................... 37
Defroster, Rear Window ................... 139
Defroster, Windshield ................84,220,226
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ...............29,113
Diagnostic System, Onboard ................ 338
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ................. 109
Dipsticks Automatic Transaxle ................. 363,364
Oil (Engine) .......................... 342
Power Steering ........................ 251
Disabled Vehicle Towing ................... 329
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ............... 358
Engine Oil ........................... 345
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Life of Tires.......................... 278
Load Capacity ........................ 268
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ........... 281
Pressure Warning Light .................. 156
Quality Grading ....................... 415
Radial .............................. 275
Replacement ......................... 278
Rotation ............................ 280
Safety ........................... 264,272
Sizes ............................... 265
Snow Tires ........................... 280
Spare Tire ........................... 318
Spinning ............................ 276
Tread Wear Indicators ................... 277
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight .............. 308
Towing ............................... 304
Disabled Vehicle ....................... 329
Guide .............................. 307
Recreational .......................... 314 Weight
.............................. 307
Traction .............................. 248
Trailer Towing .......................... 304
Cooling System Tips .................... 314
Hitches ............................. 306
Minimum Requirements ................. 309
Trailer and Tongue Weight ............... 308
Trailer Towing Guide ..................... 307
Trailer Weight .......................... 307
Transaxle Additives ............................ 364
Automatic .................... 12,235,239,362
Autostick ............................ 246
Filter ............................... 364
Maintenance ......................... 362
Operation ........................... 239
Overdrive ......................... 243,244
Selection of Lubricant ................... 388
Transmission ..................... See Transaxle
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