weight CHRYSLER 200 2015 2.G Owner's Manual

Payload
The payload of a vehicle is defined as the allowable load
weight a truck can carry, including the weight of the
driver, all passengers, options and cargo.
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
The GAWR is the maximum permissible load on the front
and rear axles. The load must be distributed in the cargo
area so that the GAWR of each axle is not exceeded.
Each axle GAWR is determined by the components in the
system with the lowest load carrying capacity (axle, springs,
tires or wheels). Heavier axles or suspension components
sometimes specified by purchasers for increased durability
does not necessarily increase the vehicle’s GVWR.
Tire Size
The tire size on the Vehicle Certification Label represents
the actual tire size on your vehicle. Replacement tires
must be equal to the load capacity of this tire size.
Rim Size
This is the rim size that is appropriate for the tire size
listed.
Inflation Pressure
This is the cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle for
all loading conditions up to full GAWR.
Curb Weight
The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total weight
of the vehicle with all fluids, including vehicle fuel, at full
capacity conditions, and with no occupants or cargo loaded
into the vehicle. The front and rear curb weight values are
determined by weighing your vehicle on a commercial
scale before any occupants or cargo are added.5
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Loading
The actual total weight and the weight of the front and
rear of your vehicle at the ground can best be determined
by weighing it when it is loaded and ready for operation.
The entire vehicle should first be weighed on a commer-
cial scale to insure that the GVWR has not been exceeded.
The weight on the front and rear of the vehicle should
then be determined separately to be sure that the load is
properly distributed over the front and rear axle. Weigh-
ing the vehicle may show that the GAWR of either the
front or rear axles has been exceeded but the total load is
within the specified GVWR. If so, weight must be shifted
from front to rear or rear to front as appropriate until the
specified weight limitations are met. Store the heavier
items down low and be sure that the weight is distributed
equally. Stow all loose items securely before driving.Improper weight distributions can have an adverse effect
on the way your vehicle steers and handles and the way
the brakes operate.
CAUTION!
Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR
or the maximum front and rear GAWR. If you do,
parts on your vehicle can break, or it can change the
way your vehicle handles. This could cause you to
lose control. Also overloading can shorten the life of
your vehicle.
TRAILER TOWING
Trailer towing with this vehicle is not recommended.
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About Your Brakes....................... .481
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ................482
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) . . .182
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ............611
Additives, Fuel .......................... .533
Airbag.................................60
Air Bag Advance Front Air Bag ....................61
Air Bag Components .....................60
Air bag Operation .......................64
Air Bag Warning Light ....................65
Driver Knee Air Bag ......................75
Enhanced Accident Response ................81
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .................85
FrontAirBag...........................60
Front Passenger Knee Air bag ...............75
If A Deployment Occurs ...................80
Knee Impact Bolsters .....................74
Lighter Weight Passengers ..................69 Maintaining Your Air Bag System
............84
Occupant Classification Module (OCM) ........66
Redundant Air Bag Warning Light ............83
Side Air Bags ...........................75
Transporting Pets ...................... .108
Air bag Deployment ........................60
Air bag Light .............................82
Air bag Maintenance ........................84
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .598
Air Conditioner Maintenance .................601
Air Conditioning ......................... .400
Air Conditioning Controls ...................400
Air Conditioning Filter .....................421
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ..............420
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .................601
Air Conditioning System ....................400
Air Filter .............................. .598
Air Pressure, Tires ........................ .506
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