Chrysler 300 SRT 2019, Руководство пользователя

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NOTE:
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 Informa-
tion” placard.
Trailer And Tongue Weight
Never exceed the maximum tongue weight
stamped on your bumper or trailer hitch.
CAUTION!
Always load a trailer with 60% of the weight in
the front of the trailer. This places 10% of the
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
the vehicle and trailer. Failure to load trailers
heavier in front is the cause of many trailer
collisions.
Consider the following items when computing
the weight on the rear axle of the vehicle:
•
The tongue weight of the trailer.
•
The weight of any other type of cargo or
equipment put in or on your vehicle.
•
The weight of the driver and all passengers.
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 for the maxi-
mum combined weight of occupants and cargo
for your vehicle.
Towing Requirements
To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle
drivetrain components, the following guidelines
are recommended.
WARNING!
Improper towing can lead to a collision. Fol-
low these guidelines to make your trailer
towing as safe as possible:
•
Make certain that the load is secured in the
trailer and will not shift during travel. When
trailering cargo that is not fully secured,
dynamic load shifts can occur that may be
difficult for the driver to control. You could
lose control of your vehicle and have a
collision.
•
When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do
not overload your vehicle or trailer. Over-
loading can cause a loss of control, poor
performance or damage to brakes, axle,
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WARNING! (Continued)
engine, transmission, steering, suspen-
sion, chassis structure or tires.
•
Safety chains must always be used be-
tween your vehicle and trailer. Always con-
nect the chains to the hook retainers of the
vehicle hitch. Cross the chains under the
trailer tongue and allow enough slack for
turning corners.
•
Vehicles with trailers should not be parked
on a grade. When parking, apply the park-
ing brake on the tow vehicle. Put the tow
vehicle transmission in PARK. Always,
block or
" chock " the trailer wheels.
•
GCWR must not be exceeded.
•
Total weight must be distributed be-
tween 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
utilized.
Perform the maintenance listed in the “Service
and Warranty Handbook”. Refer to “Service And
Warranty Handbook” for the proper mainte-
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