Chrysler 2008 Sebring Convertible - Manual (Page 327)

NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the
trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional
factory-installed options, or dealer-installed options,
must be considered as part of the total load on your
vehicle. Refer to the “Tire and Loading Information”
placard under “Tire Safety Information” in Section 5 of
this manual for the maximum combined weight of occu-
pants and cargo for your vehicle.
CAUTION!
Incorrect tongue weight could result in increased
yaw or vehicle instability. A negative tongue weight
could unload the rear suspension of the tow vehicle
decreasing vehicle stability. Negative tongue weight
could cause the trailer to squat and potentially be-
come disengaged from the tow vehicle resulting in a
runaway trailer condition.
Towing Requirements
To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle driv-
etrain components the following guidelines are recom-
mended:
CAUTION!
• Avoid towing a trailer for the first 500 miles (805
km) of vehicle operation. Doing so may damage
your vehicle.
• During the first 500 miles (805 km) of trailer
towing, limit your speed to 50 mph (80 km/h).
Perform the schedule maintenance listed in Section 8 of
this manual. When towing a trailer, never exceed the
GAWR, or GCWR, ratings.
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