load capacity CHRYSLER PT CRUISER 2007 1.G User Guide

4. Tongue weight rating 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 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 the
Tires–General Information section of this manual on
Tire Pressures for proper tire inflation procedures.
Also, check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation
pressures before trailer usage.
Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage
before towing a trailer. Refer to the Tires–General
Information section of this manual on Tread Wear
Indicators for the proper inspection procedure.
When replacing tires refer to the Tires–General Infor-
mation section of this manual on Replacement Tires for
proper tire replacement procedures. Replacing tires
with a higher load carrying capacity will not increase
the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR limits.
Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes

Donotinterconnect 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 (454 kg) and required for trailers in excess of 2,000
lbs (907 kg).
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CAUTION!
If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg)
loaded, it should have its own brakes and they
should be of adequate 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 hy-
draulic brake lines. It can overload your brake sys-
tem and cause it to fail. You might not have brakes
when you need them and could have an accident.
Towing any trailer will increase your stopping dis-
tance. When towing you should allow for additional
space between your vehicle and the vehicle in front
of you. Failure to do so could result in an accident.
Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights & Wiring
Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size,
stop lights and turn signals on the trailer are required for
motoring safety.
The Trailer Tow Package may includea4and7pin
wiring harness. Use a factory approved trailer harness
and connector.
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Tether Anchor, Child Restraint............ 74,107
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)................ 35
Theft System (Security Alarm)............... 35
Tilt Steering Column..................... 185
Tire and Loading Information Placard......... 303
Tire Identification Number (TIN)............. 302
Tire Markings.......................... 299
Tire Safety Information.................... 299
Tires ........................... 113,307,439
Aging(LifeofTires) .................... 314
Air Pressure.......................... 307
Alignment........................... 316
Chains.............................. 316
Changing............................ 342
Compact Spare........................ 311
Flat Changing........................ 347
General Information.................... 307
High Speed.......................... 310
Inflation Pressures..................... 308Jacking............................. 342
LifeofTires .......................... 314
Load Capacity.....................303,304
Quality Grading....................... 439
Radial.............................. 311
Replacement......................... 315
Rotation............................. 317
Safety...........................299,307
Sizes ............................... 300
Snow Tires........................... 317
Spare Tire........................... 343
Spinning ............................ 313
Tread Wear Indicators................... 314
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight.............. 331
Top Cover............................. 124
Towing ............................... 326
Disabled Vehicle....................... 351
Guide .............................. 330
Recreational.......................... 338
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