DODGE DAKOTA 2009 3.G Owners Manual

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DODGE DAKOTA 2009 3.G Owners Manual 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

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DODGE DAKOTA 2009 3.G Owners Manual should then be determined separately to be sure that the
load is properly distributed over front and rear axle.
Weighing the vehicle may show that the GAWR of either
the front or rear axles has been e

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DODGE DAKOTA 2009 3.G Owners Manual Common Towing Definitions
The following trailer towing related definitions will assist
you in understanding the following information:
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
The GVWR is the total allowabl

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DODGE DAKOTA 2009 3.G Owners Manual Trailer Tongue Weight (TW)
The TW is the downward force exerted on the hitch ball
by the trailer is the tongue weight. In most cases it should
not be less than 10% or more than 15% of the trailer load

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DODGE DAKOTA 2009 3.G Owners Manual WARNING!
An improperly adjusted weight-distributing hitch
may reduce handling, stability, and braking perfor-
mance, and could result in an accident.
Weight-Distributing Systems may not be compatible

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DODGE DAKOTA 2009 3.G Owners Manual EXAMPLE Ð With Weight-Distributing Hitch (Correct)EXAMPLE Ð Improper Adjustment of Weight-
Distributing Hitch (Incorrect)
314 STARTING AND OPERATING

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DODGE DAKOTA 2009 3.G Owners Manual Trailer Hitch Classification
The rear bumper is intended to tow trailers up to
2,000 lbs (907 kg) without added equipment or alter-
ations to the standard equipment. Your vehicle may be
factory equipp

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DODGE DAKOTA 2009 3.G Owners Manual Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight
Ratings)
NOTE:For additional trailer towing information (maxi-
mum trailer weight ratings) refer to the following website
addresses:
²http:// www.dodge.

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DODGE DAKOTA 2009 3.G Owners Manual ²The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment
put in or on your vehicle.
²The weight of the driver and all passengers.
NOTE:Remember that everything put into or on the
trailer adds to the load

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DODGE DAKOTA 2009 3.G Owners Manual WARNING! (Continued)
Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer
and will not shift during travel. When trailering
cargo that is not fully secured, dynamic load shifts
can occur that may be d
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