Chrysler 2009 Sebring Sedan - Owner Manual User Manual

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WARNING!

Improper towing can lead to an injury accident.

Follow these guidelines to make your trailer tow-
ing as safe as possible:

Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer

and that it 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 an accident.

• When hauling cargo, or towing a trailer, do not

overload your vehicle or trailer. Overloading can cause
a loss of control, poor performance, or damage to
brakes, axle, engine, transaxle, steering, suspension,
chassis structure, or tires.

• Safety chains must always be used between your

vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to the
frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. Cross the
chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough
slack for turning corners.

• Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade.

When parking, apply the parking brake on the tow
vehicle. Put the tow vehicle automatic transaxle in
PARK. Always, block or

ЉchockЉ the 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

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