load capacity DODGE CHALLENGER 2014 3.G User Guide

WARNING!(Continued)
•Total weight must be distributed between the tow
vehicle and the trailer such that the following four
ratings are not exceeded:
1. Max loading as defined on the “Tire and Loading
Information” placard.
2. GTW
3. GAWR
4. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch uti-
lized.
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 “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.
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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).
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.
• 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.
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
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General Information.....................348
High Speed .......................... .351
Inflation Pressures ...................... .349
Jacking .............................. .412
Life of Tires .......................... .357
Load Capacity ........................ .343
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ............362
Pressure Warning Light ...................218
Quality Grading ....................... .513
Radial .............................. .351
Replacement .......................... .358
Rotation ............................. .361
Safety .............................. .336
Sizes ............................... .337
Snow Tires ........................... .352
Spare Tire ............................ .413
Spinning ............................ .356
Trailer Towing ........................ .388
Tread Wear Indicators ....................356 Tire Safety Information
.....................336
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight ................385
To Open Hood .......................... .159
Towing ............................... .381
24-Hour Towing Assistance ................127
Disabled Vehicle ....................... .429
Guide .............................. .385
Recreational .......................... .393
Weight .............................. .385
Towing Assistance ........................ .127
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome ...........393
Traction ............................... .316
Traction Control ......................... .328
Trailer Towing .......................... .381
Cooling System Tips .................... .392
Hitches ............................. .384
Minimum

Requirements ..................386
Tips................................ .391
Trailer and Tongue Weight .................385
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