Towing requirements – tires – Dodge 2013 Charger User Manual

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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 automatic
transmission in PARK. Always, block or

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the trailer wheels.

• GCWR must not be exceeded.

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WARNING! (Continued)

• Total weight must be distributed between the tow

vehicle and the trailer such that the following four
ratings are not exceeded:

1. Max loading as defined on the “Tire and Loading
Information” placard.

2. GTW

3. GAWR

4. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch uti-
lized. (This requirement may limit the ability to
always achieve the 10% to 15% range of tongue
weight as a percentage of total trailer weight.)

Towing Requirements – Tires

– Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact

spare tire.

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