Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight
Ratings)
NOTE:
For additional trailer towing information (maxi-
mum trailer weight ratings) refer to the following website
addresses:
•
http:// www.dodge.com/towing
.
•
http:// www.dodge.ca
(Canada).
Trailer and Tongue Weight
Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in
the front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of the
Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) on the tow hitch of your
vehicle. Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the
rear can cause the trailer to sway severely side to side
which will cause loss of control of vehicle and trailer.
Failure to load trailers heavier in front is the cause of
many trailer accidents.
Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on
your bumper or trailer hitch.
Consider the following items when computing the
weight on the rear axle of the vehicle:
•
The tongue weight of the trailer.
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Summary of Contents for 2008 DH Ram
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Page 8: ...6 INTRODUCTION...
Page 74: ...Multiple Child Restraints 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE...
Page 112: ...110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
Page 113: ...UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 3...
Page 114: ...112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
Page 124: ...Table Mode Handle Table Mode 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE...
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Page 264: ...Operating Tips Chart 262 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...
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Page 410: ...ENGINE COMPARTMENT 6 7L DIESEL ENGINE 408 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...
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