Utility, Caution – Dodge 2013 Avenger - User Guide User Manual

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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.

Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings

Engine/

Transmission

Max. Frontal Area

Max. GTW

(Gross Trailer Wt.)

Max. Trailer

Tongue Wt.

1

2.4L/Auto

11 sq ft (1.0 sq.m)

(See Note

2

)

1,000 lbs (450 kg)

100 lbs (45 kg)

3.6L/Auto

22 sq. ft. (2.0 sq. m)

1,000 lbs (450 kg)

100 lbs (45 kg)

Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds.

1

The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the combined weight of occupants

and cargo, and it should never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire and Loading
Information placard.

2

Enclosed trailers or open utility trailers with front shields/guards are not recommended for

use with four-cylinder engines with an automatic transmission. Please see your authorized
dealer for additional information.

CAUTION!

Towing a trailer with a larger than recommended frontal area could cause the engine to
overheat or cause severe engine damage under extreme conditions.

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