load capacity DODGE AVENGER 2014 2.G User Guide

“Tires – General Information” in “Starting and Oper-
ating” 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 “Starting and Operating” for the
proper inspection procedure.
• When replacing tires, refer to “Tires – General Infor-
mation” in “Starting and Operating” for the 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
• Do not 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 (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
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 a
collision.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Towing any trailer will increase your stopping
distance. When towing you should allow for addi-
tional space between your vehicle and the vehicle
in front of you. Failure to do so could result in a
collision.
Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights And 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 include a four-pin and
seven-pin wiring harness. Use a factory approved trailer
harness and connector.
NOTE: Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicle’s
wiring harness.5
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Inflation Pressures...................... .347
Jacking .............................. .399
Life of Tires .......................... .355
Load Capacity ........................ .341
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ............359
Pressure Warning Light ...................221
Quality Grading ....................... .493
Radial .............................. .349
Replacement .......................... .356
Rotation ............................. .358
Safety .............................. .335
Sizes ............................... .337
Snow Tires ........................... .350
Spare Tire ............................ .400
Spinning ............................ .354
Trailer Towing ........................ .387
Tread Wear Indicators ....................354
Tire Safety Information .....................335
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight ................384Towing
............................... .380
24-Hour Towing Assistance ................127
Disabled Vehicle ....................... .418
Guide .............................. .384
Recreational .......................... .393
Weight .............................. .384
Towing Assistance ........................ .127
Traction ............................... .319
Trailer Towing .......................... .380
Cooling System Tips .....................392
Hitches ............................. .383
Minimum Requirements ..................386
Tips................................ .391
Trailer and Tongue Weight .................384
Wiring .............................. .389
Trailer Towing Guide ...................... .384
T
railer Weight ........................... .384
Transaxle Automatic .............................13
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