towing CHRYSLER PACIFICA 2020 Owner's Guide

372SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
For further information on GAWRs, vehicle
loading, and trailer towing, refer to “Vehicle
Loading” in the “Starting And Operating”
section of this manual.
To determine the maximum loading conditions
of your vehicle, locate the statement “The
combined weight of occupants and cargo
should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs” 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 occupants and cargo should
never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” 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 passengers from XXX kg or
XXX lbs. (4) The resulting figure equals the
available amount of cargo and luggage
load capacity. For example, if “XXX”
amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will
be five 150 lb passengers in your
vehicle, the amount of available cargo
and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs.
(1400-750 (5x150) = 650 lbs.)
(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.
Metric Example For Load Limit
For example, if “XXX” amount equals 635 kg
and there will be five 68 kg passengers in your
vehicle, the amount of available cargo and
luggage load capacity is 295 kg (635-340
(5x68) = 295 kg) as shown in step 4. NOTE:
If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load
from your trailer will be transferred to your
vehicle. The following table shows examples
on how to calculate 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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Snow Tires
Some areas of the country require the use of
snow tires during the Winter. Snow tires can be
identified by a “mountain/snowflake” symbol
on the tire sidewall.
If you need snow tires, select tires
equivalent in size and type to the
original equipment tires. Use snow
tires only in sets of four; failure to do
so may adversely affect the safety and handling
of your vehicle.
Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings
than what was originally equipped with your
vehicle and should not be operated at
sustained speeds over 75 mph (120 km/h). For
speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h) refer to
original equipment or an authorized tire dealer
for recommended safe operating speeds,
loading and cold tire inflation pressures.
While studded tires improve performance on
ice, skid and traction capability on wet or dry
surfaces may be poorer than that of
non-studded tires. Some states prohibit
studded tires; therefore, local laws should be
checked before using these tire types.
Spare Tires — If Equipped
NOTE:
For vehicles equipped with Tire Service Kit
instead of a spare tire, please refer to “Tire
Service Kit” in “In Case Of Emergency” for
further information.
Refer to the “Towing Requirements - Tires” in
“Starting And Operating” for restrictions when
towing with a spare tire designated for
temporary emergency use.
Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire
And Wheel — If Equipped
Your vehicle may be equipped with a spare tire
and wheel equivalent in look and function to the
original equipment tire and wheel found on the
front or rear axle of your vehicle. This spare tire may be used in the tire rotation for your vehicle.
If your vehicle has this option, refer to an
authorized tire dealer for the recommended tire
rotation pattern.
Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped
The compact spare is for temporary emergency
use only. You can identify if your vehicle is
equipped with a compact spare by looking at
the spare tire description on the Tire and
Loading Information Placard located on the
driver’s side door opening or on the sidewall of
the tire. Compact spare tire descriptions begin
with the letter “T” or “S” preceding the size
designation. Example: T145/80D18 103M.
T, S = Temporary Spare Tire
Since this tire has limited tread life, the original
equipment tire should be repaired (or replaced)
and reinstalled on your vehicle at the first
opportunity.
Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount
a conventional tire on the compact spare wheel,
since the wheel is designed specifically for the
compact spare tire. Do not install more than
one compact spare tire and wheel on the
vehicle at any given time.
CAUTION!
Because of the reduced ground clearance, do
not take your vehicle through an automatic
car wash with a compact or limited use
temporary spare installed. Damage to the
vehicle may result.
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Cooling System
.............................................. 361Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)....................... 362Coolant Level............................................ 363Cooling Capacity........................................ 393Disposal Of Used Coolant.......................... 363Drain, Flush, And Refill.............................. 361Inspection....................................... 361, 363Points To Remember................................. 363Pressure Cap............................................. 363Radiator Cap............................................. 363Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze)........................ 361, 393, 394Corrosion Protection...................................... 385Cruise Control (Speed Control)...................... 239Cruise Light......................................... 148, 149Customer Assistance..................................... 499Cybersecurity................................................. 397
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Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights.................. 68Daytime Running Lights................................... 63Dealer Service............................................... 351Defroster, Windshield.................................... 217Delay (Intermittent) Wipers.............................. 68Diagnostic System, Onboard......................... 150Dimmer SwitchHeadlight..................................................... 63DipsticksOil (Engine)................................................ 350Disable Vehicle Towing.................................. 342
DisposalAntifreeze (Engine Coolant)...................... 363Disturb................................................. 464, 496Door Ajar.............................................. 142, 143Door Ajar Light..................................... 142, 143Driver’s Seat Back Tilt...................................... 35DrivingThrough Flowing, Rising, Or ShallowStanding Water
.................................... 299DVD Player (Video Entertainment System).... 469
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Electric Brake Control System....................... 153Anti-Lock Brake System............................ 152Traction Control System........................... 158Electric Parking Brake................................... 225Electric Remote Mirrors................................... 61Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)..... 237Electronic Stability Control (ESC).................. 154Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light...... 142Emergency Gas Can Refueling...................... 339Emergency, In Case OfHazard Warning Flasher........................... 301Jacking................................... 320, 322, 366Jump Starting........................................... 337Overheating.............................................. 339Towing...................................................... 342Emission Control System Maintenance........ 151
Engine........................................................... 349Air Cleaner................................................ 353Block Heater............................................. 224Break-In Recommendations..................... 224Checking Oil Level.................................... 350Compartment........................................... 349Compartment Identification...................... 349Coolant (Antifreeze).................................. 394Cooling...................................................... 361Exhaust Gas Caution....................... 216, 392Fails To Start............................................. 223Flooded, Starting...................................... 223Fuel Requirements................................... 389Oil...........................................351, 393, 394Oil Filler Cap............................................. 349Oil Filter.................................................... 352Oil Selection..................................... 351, 393Oil Synthetic.............................................. 352Overheating.............................................. 339Starting..................................................... 219Engine Oil Viscosity....................................... 352Engine Oil Viscosity Chart.............................. 352Enhanced Accident Response
Feature................................................ 196, 344Ethanol.......................................................... 390Exhaust Gas Cautions.......................... 216, 392Exhaust System................................... 216, 359Exterior Lighting..................................... 63, 309Exterior Lights...................... 63, 218, 306, 309
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Filters Air Cleaner
................................................. 353Air Conditioning.................................. 92, 354Engine Oil........................................ 352, 394Engine Oil Disposal................................... 352FlashersHazard Warning......................................... 301Turn Signals.................... 63, 149, 218, 309Flash-To-Pass........................................... 63, 64Flat Tire Changing....................... 320, 366, 379Flat Tire Stowage........................ 330, 366, 379Flooded Engine Starting................................ 223Fluid Capacities............................................. 393Fluid Leaks.................................................... 218Fluid Level ChecksBrake........................................................ 364Fluid, Brake................................................... 396Fluids And Lubricants.................................... 394Fog Lights........................................ 63, 65, 310Fog Lights, Service......................................... 310Fold In Floor (Stow ‘n Go) Seating.................... 43Fold-Flat Seats................................................. 35Forward Collision Warning............................. 164Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................................. 341Front Position Light........................................ 309
Fuel............................................................... 389Additives................................................... 390Clean Air................................................... 390Ethanol..................................................... 390Filler Cap (Gas Cap).................................. 286Gasoline................................................... 389Materials Added....................................... 390Methanol.................................................. 390Octane Rating.................................. 389, 394Requirements........................................... 389Specifications........................................... 394Tank Capacity........................................... 393Fuses............................................................ 311
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Garage Door Opener (HomeLink).................. 109Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap).............................. 286Gasoline, (Fuel)............................................. 389Gasoline, Clean Air........................................ 390Gasoline, Reformulated................................ 390Gear Ranges................................................. 230Glass Cleaning.............................................. 387Gross Axle Weight Rating.............................. 289Gross Vehicle Weight Rating......................... 289GVWR............................................................ 288
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HazardDriving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing Water
....................... 299Hazard Warning Flashers.............................. 301Head Restraints...............................................55Headlights........................................................63Bulb Replacement.................................... 308Cleaning.................................................... 385High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch..........63Lights On Reminder..............................63, 65Passing.................................................63, 64Replacing.................................................. 308Switch..........................................................63Time Delay...................................................63Washers.......................................................65Heated Mirrors..........................................59, 61Heater, Engine Block..................................... 224Hill Start Assist.............................................. 157HitchesTrailer Towing........................................... 291HomeLink (Garage Door Opener).................. 109Hood Prop........................................................97Hood Release...................................................97Hook, Coat.................................................... 117

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Power Brakes
....................................................... 388Inverter...................................................... 119Mirrors......................................................... 61Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet).............. 118Seats.................................................... 48, 50Steering..................................................... 234Power SeatsDown........................................................... 49Forward....................................................... 49Rearward..................................................... 49Up................................................................ 49Power Sliding DoorOn / Off Switch................................... 30, 100Pregnant Women And Seat Belts...................180Preparation For Jacking................................. 321PretensionersSeat Belts.................................................. 181
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Radial Ply Tires.............................................. 376Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap)............ 363RadioPresets...................................................... 440Radio Operation.................................. 438, 491Rear Air Conditioning................................ 78, 87Rear Camera................................................. 284Rear Cross Path............................................. 162Rear ParkSense System...................... 254, 259Rear Seat Removal.......................................... 37
Rear View......................................................... 59Reclining Front Seats....................................... 36Recreational Towing..................................... 298Reformulated Gasoline................................. 390Refrigerant.................................................... 354Release, Hood................................................. 97Reminder, Lights On........................................ 63Reminder, Seat Belt...................................... 173Remote ControlStarting System........................................... 19Remote Keyless EntryArm The Alarm............................................. 24Disarm The Alarm........................................ 24Programming Additional Key Fobs........ 16, 23Remote StartingExit Remote Start Mode.............................. 21Uconnect Customer Programmable Features.................................................. 21Uconnect Settings....................................... 21Remote Starting System.................................. 19Replacement Bulbs...................................... 306Replacement Keys........................................... 23Replacement Tires........................................ 377Reporting Safety Defects.............................. 501Restraints, Child........................................... 198Restraints, Head.............................................. 55Roof Luggage Rack....................................... 121Rotation, Tires.............................................. 382
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Safety Checks Inside Vehicle........................ 217Safety Checks Outside Vehicle...................... 218Safety Defects, Reporting............................. 501Safety Information, Tire................................. 366Safety Tips.................................................... 216Safety, Exhaust Gas...................................... 216Schedule, Maintenance................................ 345Seat Belt Reminder....................................... 143Seat Belts............................................ 172, 217Adjustable Shoulder Belt.......................... 177Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage..... 177Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage............................................ 177Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)........... 181Child Restraints........................................ 198Energy Management Feature................... 181Extender................................................... 180Front Seat............................... 172, 174, 175Inspection................................................. 217Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation.................... 175Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting................... 176Lap/Shoulder Belts................................... 174Operating Instructions.............................. 175Pregnant Women...................................... 180Pretensioners........................................... 181Rear Seat.................................................. 174Reminder.................................................. 17311

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Tire Stowage
.................................................. 330Tires................................... 218, 374, 379, 383Aging (Life Of Tires)................................... 377Air Pressure............................................... 374Chains....................................................... 382Changing......................................... 320, 366Compact Spare......................................... 379General Information........................ 374, 379High Speed................................................ 375Inflation Pressure...................................... 375Jacking................................... 320, 322, 366Life Of Tires............................................... 377Load Capacity............................................ 371Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)............................... 131, 146, 167Quality Grading.......................................... 383Radial........................................................ 376Replacement............................................. 377Rotation.................................................... 382Safety.............................................. 366, 374Sizes.......................................................... 367Snow Tires................................................. 379Spare Tires............................. 320, 379, 380Spinning.................................................... 376Trailer Towing............................................ 295Tread Wear Indicators............................... 377Wheel Nut Torque..................................... 388To Open Hood.................................................. 97Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight....................... 294
Towing.......................................................... 289Disabled Vehicle....................................... 342Guide........................................................ 291Recreational............................................. 298Weight...................................................... 291Towing Behind A Motorhome........................ 298Traction......................................................... 299Traction Control............................................ 158Trailer Sway Control (TSC)............................. 158Trailer Towing............................................... 289Cooling System Tips................................. 297Hitches..................................................... 291Minimum Requirements........................... 294Tips........................................................... 297Trailer And Tongue Weight........................ 294Wiring....................................................... 296Trailer Towing Guide..................................... 291Trailer Weight................................................ 291TransaxleAutomatic................................................. 228Operation................................................. 228Transmission................................................ 230Automatic........................................ 230, 365Maintenance............................................ 365Transporting Pets.......................................... 215Tread Wear Indicators.................................. 377Turn Signals.................................. 63, 149, 309
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UconnectAdvanced Phone Connectivity
................... 465Phone Call Features................................. 462Theater..................................................... 469Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect Phone................................... 465Uconnect Settings.......................................21Uconnect 4 With 7-Inch Display.................... 398Uconnect 4C/4C Nav With 8.4-Inch Display.. 415Uconnect Phone................ 456, 457, 459, 460Answer Or Ignore An Incoming Call — Call Currently In Progress..................... 464Answer Or Ignore An Incoming Call — No Call Currently In Progress................ 464Bluetooth Communication Link................ 466Call By Saying A Phonebook Name........... 463Call Continuation...................................... 465Call Controls............................................. 463Call Termination....................................... 465Cancel Command..................................... 457Connect Or Disconnect Link Between The Uconnect Phone And Mobile
Phone
................................................... 465Connecting To A Particular Mobile Phone Or Audio Device After Pairing................ 460
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Deleting A Phone Or Audio Device
.............461Dial By Saying A Number........................... 463Disconnecting A Phone Or Audio Device... 460Far End Audio Performance...................... 466Help Command......................................... 457Join Calls................................................... 465Making A Phone Or Audio Device A Favorite................................................. 461Making A Second Call While Current Call Is In Progress................................. 464Managing Your Favorites........................... 462Natural Speech......................................... 456Operation.................................................. 456Pair (Link) Uconnect Phone To A MobilePhone................................................... 457Pair A Bluetooth Streaming Audio Device.. 459Pair Additional Mobile Phones.................. 459Phonebook Download............................... 461Place/Retrieve A Call From Hold............... 464Power-Up................................................... 466Recent Calls.............................................. 463Redial........................................................ 465To Remove A Favorite............................... 462Toggling Between Calls............................. 464
Touch-Tone Number Entry........................ 463
Transfer Call To And From Mobile Phone.... 465
Voice Command....................................... 465Ways To Initiate A Phone Call................... 462Uconnect SettingsCustomer Programmable Features............. 21Uconnect Voice Command............................ 493Umbrella Holder............................................ 115Uniform Tire Quality Grades.......................... 383Universal Garage Door Opener (HomeLink).. 109Universal Transmitter................................... 109Unleaded Gasoline....................................... 389Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt................... 176USB............................................................... 468
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Vacuum........................................................ 103Stow ‘n Vac............................................... 103Vanity Mirrors.................................................. 62Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).............. 388Vehicle Loading................................... 288, 371Vehicle Modifications/Alterations.................... 11Vehicle Storage................................................ 91Vehicle User GuideIn Vehicle Help............................................ 12Navigation................................................... 12
Operating Instructions.................................12Searching User Guide..................................12Viscosity, Engine Oil...................................... 352Voice Recognition System (VR)..................... 493
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Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster
Descriptions)
................................................. 145Warnings And Cautions....................................10Warranty Information.................................... 501Washers, Windshield.................................... 350Washing Vehicle............................................ 385WaterDriving Through........................................ 299Wheel And Wheel Tire Care........................... 381Wheel And Wheel Tire Trim........................... 381Wind Buffeting.................................................96Window Fogging...............................................91Windshield Defroster.................................... 217Windshield Washers.............................. 68, 350Fluid.......................................................... 350Windshield Wiper Blades.............................. 356Wipers Blade Replacement........................... 356Wipers, Intermittent.........................................68Wrecker Towing............................................. 342

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