weight DODGE DURANGO 2014 3.G Owner's Manual

Trailer Hitch Classification
The following chart provides the industry standard for
the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can
tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the
correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition.
Trailer Hitch Classification DefinitionsClass Max. Trailer Hitch In-
dustry Standards
Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg)
Class II - Medium Duty 3,500 lbs (1 587 kg) Class III - Heavy Duty 5,000 lbs (2 268 kg)
Class IV - Extra Heavy Duty 10,000 lbs (4 540 kg)
Refer to the “Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum
Trailer Weight Ratings)” chart for the Maximum
Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) towable for your given
drivetrain.
All trailer hitches should be professionally installed
on your vehicle.
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Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
The following chart provides the maximum trailer
weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain.
EngineModelGCWR (Gross
Combined Wt. Rating) Frontal Area Max. GTW
(Gross Trailer Wt.) Max. Trailer
Tongue Wt. (See Note)
3.6L RWD11,600 lbs
(5 262 kg) 40 sq ft
(3.72 sq m) 6,200 lbs
(2 812 kg) 620 lbs (281 kg)
3.6L AWD11,600 lbs
(5 262 kg) 40 sq ft
(3.72 sq m) 6,200 lbs
(2 812 kg) 620 lbs (281 kg)
5.7L RWD13,100 lbs
(5 942 kg) 60 sq ft
(5.57 sq m) 7,400 lbs
(3 357 kg) 740 lbs (336 kg)
5.7L AWD13,100 lbs
(5 942 kg) 60 sq ft
(5.57 sq m) 7,200 lbs
(3 266 kg) 720 lbs (327 kg)
Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds.
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NOTE:
•The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part
of the combined weight of occupants and cargo, and
should never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire
and Loading Information placard. Refer to “Tire Safety
Information” in “Starting and Operating” for further
information. The addition of passengers and cargo
may require reducing trailer tongue load and Gross
Trailer Weight (GTW). Redistributing cargo (to the
trailer) may be necessary to avoid exceeding Rear
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) of 3,900 lbs (1
769 kg).
• Vehicles not factory equipped with trailer tow package
are limited to 3,500 lbs (350 lbs tongue weight).Trailer Hitch Receiver Cover Removal — If
Equipped
Your vehicle may be equipped with a trailer hitch re-
ceiver cover, this must be removed to access the trailer
hitch receiver (if equipped). This cover is located at the
bottom center of the rear fascia.
1. Turn the two locking retainers located at the bottom of the hitch receiver cover a 1/4 turn counterclockwise
and pull bottom of the hitch receiver cover outward
(towards you).
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Trailer And Tongue Weight
Always load a trailer with 60% of the weight in the front
of the trailer. This places 10% of the GTW on the tow
hitch of your vehicle. Loads balanced over the wheels or
heavier in the rear can cause the trailer to swayseverely
side to side which will cause loss of control of the vehicle
and trailer. Failure to load trailers heavier in front is the
cause of many trailer collisions. Never exceed the maxi-
mum tongue weight stamped on your trailer hitch.
Consider the following items when computing the
weight on the rear axle of the vehicle:
•The tongue weight of the trailer
• The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment
put in or on your vehicle
• The weight of the driver and all passengers
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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 difficult for the driver to
control. You could lose control of your vehicle and
have a collision.
• When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not
overload your vehicle or trailer. Overloading can
cause a loss of control, poor performance or dam-
age to brakes, axle, engine, transmission, steering,
suspension, chassis structure or tires.
• Safety chains must always be used between your
vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to
the hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. Cross the
chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough
slack for turning corners.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a
grade. When parking, apply the parking brake on
the tow vehicle. Put the tow vehicle transmission in
PARK. For four-wheel drive vehicles, make sure
the transfer case is not in NEUTRAL. Always,
block or chockthe trailer wheels.
• GCWR must not be exceeded.
• Total weight must be distributed between the tow
vehicle and the trailer such that the following four
ratings are not exceeded:
1. GVWR
2. GTW
3. GAWR
4. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch uti-
lized.
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Fog Light Service........................ .616
Folding Rear Seat ........................ .160
Forward Collision Warning ..................225
Four-Way Hazard Flasher ...................526
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .....................549
Front Axle (Differential) .....................592
Fuel .................................. .486
Adding ............................. .495
Additives ............................ .489
Clean Air ............................ .487
Economy Mode ....................... .414
Ethanol ............................. .487
Gasoline ............................. .486
Gauge .............................. .297
Materials Added ....................... .489
Methanol ............................ .487
Octane Rating ......................... .486
Requirements ......................... .486
Tank Capacity ......................... .618Fuel, Flexible
........................... .492
Fueling ............................... .495
Fuses ................................. .602
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) ............244
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ...................563
Gasoline, Clean Air ....................... .487
Gasoline (Fuel) .......................... .486
Gasoline, Reformulated .....................487
Gauges Coolant Temperature .....................294
Fuel ................................ .297
Speedometer ......................... .293
Tachometer ........................... .292
Gear Ranges ............................ .416
General Information ...................... .221
Glass Cleaning .......................... .600
Gr

oss Axle Weight Rating ...................502
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ..................501
648 INDEX

Jacking.............................. .529
Life of Tires .......................... .473
Load Capacity ........................ .460
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ............478
Pressure Warning Light ...................297
Quality Grading ....................... .639
Radial .............................. .467
Replacement .......................... .474
Rotation ............................. .477
Safety .............................. .453
Sizes ............................... .455
Snow Tires ........................... .468
Spare Tire ............................ .531
Spinning ............................ .472
Trailer Towing ........................ .512
Tread Wear Indicators ....................472
Tire Safety Information .....................453
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight ................509
Towing ............................... .501Disabled Vehicle
....................... .555
Guide .............................. .506
Recreational .......................... .517
Weight .............................. .506
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome ...........517
Traction Control ......................... .443
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ..................448
Trailer Towing .......................... .501
Cooling System Tips .....................516
Hitches ............................. .505
Minimum Requirements ..................510
Trailer and Tongue Weight .................509
Wiring .............................. .513
Trailer Towing Guide ...................... .506
Trailer Weight ........................... .506
T

ransfer Case ........................... .593
Electronically Shifted .....................424
Maintenance .......................... .593
Transmission ........................... .415
658 INDEX