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WARNING! (Continued)
2. GTW
3. GAWR
4. Trailer tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch
utilized (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.
•
Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to the safe
and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Refer to
“Tires – General Information” in “Starting and Oper-
ating” for proper tire inflation procedures.
•
Check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pres-
sures before trailer usage.
•
Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage
before towing a trailer. Refer to “Tires – General
Information” in “Starting and Operating” for the
proper inspection procedure.
•
When replacing tires, refer to “Tires – General Infor-
mation” in “Starting and Operating” for proper tire
replacement procedures. Replacing tires with a higher
load carrying capacity will not increase the vehicle’s
GVWR and GAWR limits.
Towing Requirements – Trailer Brakes
•
Do
not
interconnect the hydraulic brake system or
vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer.
This could cause inadequate braking and possible
personal injury.
•
An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is
required when towing a trailer with electronically
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Summary of Contents for 2011 1500
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Page 6: ...1 INTRODUCTION 5...
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Page 142: ...Fast Tone Continuous Tone 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141...
Page 205: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER BASE 204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...
Page 206: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER PREMIUM 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205...
Page 298: ...Operating Tips 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 297...
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Page 369: ...Understanding The Features Of Your Winch Winch Components 368 STARTING AND OPERATING...
Page 411: ...410 STARTING AND OPERATING...
Page 485: ...Jack and Tools 1500 Series Jack and Tools 2500 3500 Series 484 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES...
Page 487: ...Folding Flap and Rolling Bag Tying Bag to Jack with Straps 486 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES...
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