Dodge Challenger (2022 year). Manual in english

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If weather conditions are not a factor, the driver

should examine the sensor. It may require cleaning

or removal of an obstruction. The sensor is located

in the center of the vehicle behind the lower grille.
To keep the ACC system operating properly, it is

important to note the following maintenance

items:



Always keep the sensor clean. Carefully wipe the

sensor lens with a soft cloth. Be cautious not to

damage the sensor lens.



Do not remove any screws from the sensor.

Doing so could cause an ACC system malfunc

tion or failure and require a sensor realignment.



If the sensor or front end of the vehicle is

damaged due to a collision, see an authorized

dealer for service.



Do not attach or install any accessories near the

sensor, including transparent material or after

market grilles. Doing so could cause an ACC

system failure or malfunction.

When the condition that deactivated the system is

no longer present, the system will return to the

“Adaptive Cruise Control Off” state and will resume

function by simply reactivating it.

NOTE:



If the “ACC/FCW Unavailable Wipe Front Radar

Sensor” message occurs frequently (e.g. more

than once on every trip) without any snow, rain,

mud, or other obstruction, have the radar

sensor realigned at an authorized dealer.



Installing a snow plow, front-end protector, an

aftermarket grille or modifying the grille is not

recommended. Doing so may block the sensor

and inhibit ACC/FCW operation.

SERVICE ACC/FCW WARNING

If the system turns off, and the instrument cluster

displays “ACC/FCW Unavailable Service Required”

or “Cruise/FCW Unavailable Service Required”,

there may be an internal system fault or a

temporary malfunction that limits ACC

functionality. Although the vehicle is still drivable

under normal conditions, ACC will be temporarily

unavailable. If this occurs, try activating ACC again

later, following an ignition cycle. If the problem

persists, see an authorized dealer.

Precautions While Driving With ACC

In certain driving situations, ACC may have

detection issues. In these cases, ACC may brake

late or unexpectedly. The driver needs to stay alert

and may need to intervene. The following are

examples of these types of situations:

TOWING A TRAILER

Towing a trailer is not recommended when using

ACC.

OFFSET DRIVING

ACC may not detect a vehicle in the same lane that

is offset from your direct line of travel, or a vehicle

merging in from a side lane. There may not be

sufficient distance to the vehicle ahead. The offset

vehicle may move in and out of the line of travel,

which can cause your vehicle to brake or

accelerate unexpectedly.

Offset Driving Condition Example

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TURNS AND BENDS

When driving on a curve with ACC engaged, the

system may increase or decrease the vehicle

speed for stability, with no vehicle ahead detected.

Once the vehicle is out of the curve, the system will

resume your original set speed. This is a part of

normal ACC system functionality.

NOTE:

On tight turns ACC performance may be limited.

USING ACC ON HILLS

ACC performance may be limited when driving on

hills. ACC may not detect a vehicle in your lane

depending on the speed, vehicle load, traffic

conditions, and the steepness of the hill.

ACC Hill Example

LANE CHANGING

ACC may not detect a vehicle until it is completely

in the lane in which you are traveling. In the lane

changing example below, ACC has not yet detected

the vehicle changing lanes and it may not detect

the vehicle until it is too late for the ACC system to

take action. ACC may not detect a vehicle until it is

completely in the lane. There may not be sufficient

distance to the lane-changing vehicle. Always be

attentive and ready to apply the brakes if

necessary.

Lane Changing Example

NARROW VEHICLES

Some narrow vehicles traveling near the outer

edges of the lane or edging into the lane are not

detected until they have moved fully into the lane.

There may not be sufficient distance to the vehicle

ahead.

Narrow Vehicle Example

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STATIONARY OBJECTS AND VEHICLES

ACC does not react to stationary objects or

vehicles. For example, ACC will not react in

situations where the vehicle you are following exits

your lane and the vehicle ahead is stopped in your

lane. It will consider this stopped vehicle a

stationary object as it did not previously detect

movement from it. Always be attentive and ready

to apply the brakes if necessary.

Stationary Object And Stationary Vehicle Example

PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST —

IF EQUIPPED

The ParkSense Rear Park Assist system provides

visual and audible indications of the distance

between the rear fascia/bumper and a detected

obstacle when backing up (e.g. during a parking

maneuver).

For limitations of this system and

recommendations, see

page 110.

ParkSense will retain the last system state

(enabled or disabled) from the previous ignition

cycle when the ignition is changed to the ON/RUN

position.
ParkSense can be active only when the gear

selector is in REVERSE. If ParkSense is enabled at

this gear selector position, the system will remain

active until the vehicle speed is increased to

approximately 7 mph (11 km/h) or above. The

system will become active again if the vehicle

speed is decreased to speeds less than

approximately 6 mph (9 km/h).

ARK

ENSE

ENSORS

The four ParkSense sensors, located in the rear

fascia/bumper, monitor the area behind the

vehicle that is within the sensors’ field of view. The

sensors can detect obstacles from approximately

12 inches (30 cm) up to 79 inches (200 cm) from

the rear fascia/bumper in the horizontal direction,

depending on the location, type and orientation of

the obstacle.

ARK

ENSE

ISPLAY

When the vehicle is in REVERSE, the warning

display will turn on indicating the system status.
The system will indicate a detected obstacle by

showing a single arc in one or more regions based

on the obstacle’s distance and location relative to

the vehicle.
If an obstacle is detected in the center rear region,

the display will show a single solid arc in the center

rear region and will produce a one-half second

tone. As the vehicle moves closer to the obstacle,

the display will show the single arc moving closer to

the vehicle and the sound tone will change from

slow, to fast, to continuous.
If an obstacle is detected in the left and/or right

rear region, the display will show a single flashing

arc in the left and/or right rear region and will

produce a fast sound tone. As the vehicle moves

closer to the obstacle, the display will show the

single arc moving closer to the vehicle and the

sound tone will change from fast to continuous.

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ARK

ENSE

ARNING

ISPLAY

The ParkSense Warning screen will only be

displayed if Sound and Display is selected from

within the Uconnect system

page 123.

The ParkSense Warning screen is located within

the instrument cluster display

page 65. It

provides visual warnings to indicate the distance

between the rear fascia/bumper and the detected

obstacle.

NABLING

ISABLING

ARK

ENSE

ParkSense can be enabled and disabled with the

ParkSense switch, located on the switch panel

below the Uconnect display.

When the ParkSense switch is pushed to

disable the system, the instrument

cluster will display the “ParkSense Off”

message for approximately five seconds.

When the gear selector is moved to REVERSE and

the system is disabled, the instrument cluster

display will display the “ParkSense Off” message

for as long as the vehicle is in REVERSE.

The ParkSense switch LED will be on when

ParkSense is disabled or requires service. The

ParkSense switch LED will be off when the system

is enabled. If the ParkSense switch is pushed, and

the system requires service, the ParkSense switch

LED will blink momentarily, and then the LED will

be on.

WARNING ALERTS

Rear Distance

(inches/cm)

Greater than

79 inches

(200 cm)

79-59 inches

(200-150 cm)

59-47 inches

(150-120 cm)

47-39 inches

(120-100 cm)

39-25 inches

(100-65 cm)

25-12 inches

(65-30 cm)

Less than

12 inches

(30 cm)

Audible Alert

Chime

None

Single 1/2-

Second Tone

(for rear center

only)

Slow

(for rear center

only)

Slow

(for rear center

only)

Fast

(for rear center

only)

Fast

Continuous

Arc — Left Rear

None

2nd Flashing

1st Flashing

Arc — Center Rear

None

6th Solid

5th Solid

4th Solid

3rd Flashing

2nd Flashing

1st Flashing

Arc — Right Rear

None

2nd Flashing

1st Flashing

Radio Volume

Reduced

Yes

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ERVICE

ARK

ENSE

EAR

ARK

SSIST

YSTEM

During vehicle start up, when the ParkSense Rear

Park Assist System has detected a faulted

condition, the instrument cluster will actuate a

single chime, once per ignition cycle and it will

display the “PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE

REAR SENSORS” or “PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE

SERVICE REQUIRED” message for five seconds.
When the gear selector is moved to REVERSE and

the system has detected a faulted condition, the

instrument cluster display will display the

“PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE REAR

SENSORS” or “PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE

SERVICE REQUIRED” message for as long as the

vehicle is in REVERSE. Under this condition,

ParkSense will not operate.
If “PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE REAR

SENSORS” appears in the instrument cluster

display, make sure the outer surface and the

inside of the rear fascia/bumper is clean and clear

of snow, ice, mud, dirt or other obstruction, and

then cycle the ignition. If the message continues to

appear see an authorized dealer.
If “PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE SERVICE

REQUIRED” appears in the instrument cluster

display, see an authorized dealer.

LEANING

ARK

ENSE

YSTEM

Clean the Rear Park Assist sensors with water, car

wash soap and a soft cloth. Do not use rough or

hard cloths. In washing stations, clean sensors

quickly keeping the vapor jet/high pressure

washing nozzles at least 4 inches (10 cm) from the

sensors. Do not scratch or poke the sensors.

Otherwise, you could damage the sensors.

ARK

ENSE

YSTEM

SAGE

RECAUTIONS

NOTE:



Ensure that the rear fascia/bumper is free of

snow, ice, mud, dirt and debris to keep the Park

Sense system operating properly.



Jackhammers, large trucks, and other vibra

tions could affect the performance of Park

Sense or render the system temporarily

unavailable.



When you turn ParkSense off in DRIVE, the

instrument cluster will display "PARKSENSE

OFF" for five seconds. Furthermore, once you

turn ParkSense off, it remains off until you turn

it on again, even if you cycle the ignition.



When you move the gear selector to the

REVERSE position and ParkSense is turned off,

the instrument cluster display will show the

“PARKSENSE OFF” message for as long as the

vehicle is in REVERSE.



ParkSense will reduce the volume of the radio

when it is sounding an audio tone.



Clean the ParkSense sensors regularly, taking

care not to scratch or damage them. The

sensors must not be covered with ice, snow,

slush, mud, dirt or debris. Failure to do so can

result in the system not working properly. The

ParkSense system might not detect an obstacle

behind the fascia/bumper, or it could provide a

false indication that an obstacle is behind the

fascia/bumper.



Ensure the ParkSense system is off if objects

such as bicycle carriers, trailer hitches, etc., are

placed within 12 inches (30 cm) from the rear

fascia/bumper. Failure to do so can result in the

system misinterpreting a close object as a

sensor problem, causing the “PARKSENSE

UNAVAILABLE SERVICE REQUIRED” message to

be shown in the instrument cluster display.

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PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA

The ParkView Rear Back Up Camera allows you to

see an on-screen image of the rear surroundings of

your vehicle whenever the gear selector is put into

REVERSE. The ParkView camera is located on the

rear of the vehicle above the rear license plate. The

image will be displayed in the touchscreen display

along with a caution note to “Check Entire

Surroundings” across the top of the screen. After

five seconds, this note will disappear.

NOTE:

The ParkView Rear Back Up Camera has program

mable modes of operation that may be selected

through the Uconnect system

page 123.

If your vehicle is equipped with the Camera Delay

feature and it is turned on, the rear camera image

will be displayed for up to 10 seconds when the

vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE. However, this

feature is canceled if the forward vehicle speed

exceeds 8 mph (13 km/h), the transmission is

shifted into PARK, the vehicle's ignition is placed in

the OFF position, or by pressing the image defeat

“X” button.
When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE (with

Camera Delay turned off), the rear camera mode is

exited and the last touchscreen appears again.

When enabled, active guidelines are overlaid on

the image to illustrate the width of the vehicle and

its projected backup path based on the steering

wheel position. The active guidelines will show

separate zones that will help indicate the distance

to the rear of the vehicle.
If the vehicle speed remains below 8 mph

(13 km/h), the rear view camera image will

continue to be displayed until the transmission is

shifted into PARK, the vehicle’s ignition is placed in

the OFF position, or the image defeat “X” button is

pressed.
Different colored zones indicate the distance to

the rear of the vehicle.
The following table shows the approximate

distances for each zone:

WARNING!

Drivers must be careful when backing up even

when using the Rear Park Assist system. Always

check carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure

to check for pedestrians, animals, other

vehicles, obstructions, or blind spots before

backing up. You are responsible for the safety of

your surroundings and must continue to pay

attention while backing up. Failure to do so can

result in serious injury or death.

CAUTION!



ParkSense is only a parking aid and it is

unable to recognize every obstacle, including

small obstacles. Parking curbs might be

temporarily detected or not detected at all.

Obstacles located above or below the sensors

will not be detected when they are in close

proximity.



The vehicle must be driven slowly when using

ParkSense in order to be able to stop in time

when an obstacle is detected. It is recom

mended that the driver looks over his/her

shoulder when using ParkSense.

Zone

Distance To The Rear Of

The Vehicle

Red

0 - 1 ft

(0 - 30 cm)

Yellow

1 ft - 6.5 ft

(30 cm - 2 m)

Green

6.5 ft or greater

(2 m or greater)

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NOTE:

If snow, ice, mud, or any foreign substance builds

up on the camera lens, clean the lens, rinse with

water, and dry with a soft cloth. Do not cover the

lens.

REFUELING THE VEHICLE

The gas cap is located behind the fuel filler door on

the left side of the vehicle. Use a finger to pull open

the door. If the gas cap is lost or damaged, be sure

to use the correct replacement cap for this vehicle.
1. Open the fuel filler door.
2. Remove the fuel cap by rotating it counter

clockwise.

Fuel Filler Cap

NOTE:

When removing the fuel filler cap, lay the cap

tether in the hook, located on the fuel filler door.
3. Fully insert the gasoline nozzle into the filler

pipe.

4. Fill the vehicle with fuel.

NOTE:



When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off,

the fuel tank is full.



Wait five seconds before removing the fuel

nozzle to allow excess fuel to drain from the

nozzle.

5. Remove gasoline nozzle, reinstall fuel cap and

close fuel filler door.

WARNING!

Drivers must be careful when backing up even

when using the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera.

Always check carefully behind your vehicle, and

be sure to check for pedestrians, animals, other

vehicles, obstructions, or blind spots before

backing up. You are responsible for the safety of

your surroundings and must continue to pay

attention while backing up. Failure to do so can

result in serious injury or death.

CAUTION!



To avoid vehicle damage, ParkView should

only be used as a parking aid. The ParkView

camera is unable to view every obstacle or

object in your drive path.



To avoid vehicle damage, the vehicle must be

driven slowly when using ParkView to be able

to stop in time when an obstacle is seen. It is

recommended that the driver look frequently

over his/her shoulder when using ParkView.

WARNING!



Never have any smoking materials lit in or

near the vehicle when the fuel door is open or

the tank is being filled.



Never add fuel when the engine is running.

This is in violation of most state and federal

fire regulations and may cause the Malfunc

tion Indicator Light to turn on.



A fire may result if fuel is pumped into a

portable container that is inside of a vehicle.

You could be burned. Always place fuel

containers on the ground while filling.

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NOTE:



When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the

fuel tank is full.



Tighten the gas cap until you hear a “clicking”

sound. This is an indication that the gas cap is

tightened properly. The MIL in the instrument

cluster may turn on if the gas cap is not secured

properly. Make sure that the gas cap is tight

ened each time the vehicle is refueled.

OOSE

UEL

ILLER

ESSAGE

If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that

the fuel filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or

damaged, a ”gASCAP” message will display in the

odometer or a “Check Gascap” message will

display in the instrument cluster. If this occurs,

tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the

Trip Odometer button to turn off the message. If

the problem continues, the message will appear

the next time the vehicle is started.
A loose, improperly installed, or damaged fuel filler

cap may also turn on the MIL.

VEHICLE LOADING

The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown

on the “Vehicle Certification Label”. This

information should be used for passenger and

luggage loading as indicated.
Do not exceed the specified Gross Vehicle Weight

Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight Rating

(GAWR).

EHICLE

ERTIFICATION

ABEL

Your vehicle has a Vehicle Certification Label

affixed to the drivers side B-pillar or the rear of the

driver’s door.
The label contains the following information:



Name of manufacturer



Month and year of manufacture



Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)



Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) front



Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) rear



Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)



Type of vehicle



Month, Day, and Hour of manufacture (MDH)

The bar code allows a computer scanner to read

the VIN.

ROSS

EHICLE

EIGHT

ATING

(GVWR)

The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your

vehicle. This includes driver, passengers, and

cargo. The total load must be limited so that you do

not exceed the GVWR.

CAUTION!



Damage to the fuel system or emissions

control system could result from using an

improper fuel tank filler tube cap.



A poorly fitting fuel filler cap could let impuri

ties into the fuel system.



A poorly fitting fuel filler cap may cause the

Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) to turn on.



To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not

“top off” the fuel tank after filling. When the

fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank

is full.

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ROSS

XLE

EIGHT

ATING

(GAWR)

The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front

and rear axles. Distribute the load over the front

and rear axles evenly. Make sure that you do not

exceed either front or rear GAWR.

VERLOADING

The load carrying components (axle, springs, tires,

wheels, etc.) of your vehicle will provide

satisfactory service as long as you do not exceed

the GVWR and the front and rear GAWR.
The best way to figure out the total weight of your

vehicle is to weigh it when it is fully loaded and

ready for operation. Weigh it on a commercial scale

to ensure that it is not over the GVWR.
Figure out the weight on the front and rear of the

vehicle separately. It is important that you

distribute the load evenly over the front and rear

axles.

Overloading can cause potential safety hazards

and shorten useful service life. Heavier axles or

suspension components do not necessarily

increase the vehicle's GVWR.

OADING

To load your vehicle properly, first figure out its

empty weight, axle-by-axle and side-by-side. Store

heavier items down low and be sure you distribute

their weight as evenly as possible. Stow all loose

items securely before driving. If weighing the

loaded vehicle shows that you have exceeded

either GAWR, but the total load is within the

specified GVWR, you must redistribute the weight.

Improper weight distribution can have an adverse

effect on the way your vehicle steers and handles

and the way the brakes operate.

NOTE:

Refer to the “Vehicle Certification Label” affixed to

the rear of the driver's door for your vehicle's GVWR

and GAWRs

page 113.

TRAILER TOWING

In this section, you will find safety tips and

information on limits to the type of towing you can

reasonably do with your vehicle. Before towing a

trailer, carefully review this information to tow your

load as efficiently and safely as possible.

To maintain warranty coverage, follow the

requirements and recommendations in this

manual concerning vehicles used for trailer towing.
Manual Transmission — If Equipped
Trailer towing with this vehicle is not

recommended.

OMMON

OWING

EFINITIONS

The following trailer towing related definitions will

assist you in understanding the following

information:

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)

The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your

vehicle. This includes driver, passengers, cargo

and tongue weight. The total load must be limited

so that you do not exceed the GVWR

page 113.

Gross Trailer Weight (GTW)

The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight

of all cargo, consumables, and equipment

(permanent or temporary) loaded in or on the

trailer in its "loaded and ready for operation"

condition.
The recommended way to measure GTW is to put

your fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale. The

entire weight of the trailer must be supported by

the scale.

WARNING!

Because the front wheels steer the vehicle, it is

important that you do not exceed the maximum

front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving

condition can result if either rating is exceeded.

You could lose control of the vehicle and have a

collision.

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Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR)

The GCWR is the total allowable weight of your

vehicle and trailer when weighed in combination.

Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)

The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front

and rear axles. Distribute the load over the front

and rear axles evenly. Make sure that you do not

exceed either front or rear GAWR

page 113.

Tongue Weight (TW)

The TW is the downward force exerted on the hitch

ball by the trailer. You must consider this as part of

the load on your vehicle.

Trailer Frontal Area

The frontal area is the maximum height multiplied

by the maximum width of the front of a trailer.

Trailer Sway Control (TSC)

The TSC can be a mechanical telescoping link that

can be installed between the hitch receiver and the

trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable

friction associated with the telescoping motion to

dampen any unwanted trailer swaying motions

while traveling.
If equipped, the electronic TSC recognizes a

swaying trailer and automatically applies individual

wheel brakes and/or reduces engine power to

attempt to eliminate the trailer sway.

Weight-Carrying Hitch

A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue

weight, just as if it were luggage located at a hitch

ball or some other connecting point of the vehicle.

These kinds of hitches are commonly used to tow

small and medium sized trailers.

Weight-Distributing Hitch

A weight-distributing system works by applying

leverage through spring (load) bars. They are

typically used for heavier loads to distribute trailer

tongue weight to the tow vehicle's front axle and

the trailer axle(s). When used in accordance with

the manufacturer's directions, it provides for a

more level ride, offering more consistent steering

and brake control thereby enhancing towing

safety. The addition of a friction/hydraulic sway

control also dampens sway caused by traffic and

crosswinds and contributes positively to tow

vehicle and trailer stability. Trailer sway control and

a weight distributing (load equalizing) hitch are

recommended for heavier Tongue Weights (TW)

and may be required depending on vehicle and

trailer configuration/loading to comply with Gross

Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) requirements.

WARNING!

It is important that you do not exceed the

maximum front or rear GAWR. A dangerous

driving condition can result if either rating is

exceeded. You could lose control of the vehicle

and have a collision.

WARNING!



An improperly adjusted Weight Distributing

Hitch system may reduce handling, stability,

braking performance, and could result in a

collision.



Weight Distributing Systems may not be

compatible with Surge Brake Couplers.

Consult with your hitch and trailer manufac

turer or a reputable Recreational Vehicle

dealer for additional information.

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RAILER

ITCH

LASSIFICATION

The following chart provides the industry standard for the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can tow and should be used to assist you in selecting

the correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition.

RAILER

OWING

EIGHTS

AXIMUM

RAILER

EIGHT

ATINGS

)

Trailer towing with the 5.7L manual transmission, 6.4L and 6.2L Supercharged engine is not recommended.

Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions

Class

Max. Trailer Hitch Industry Standards

Class I - Light Duty

2,000 lb (907 kg)

Class II - Medium Duty

3,500 lb (1,587 kg)

Class III - Heavy Duty

6,000 lb (2,722 kg)

Class IV - Extra Heavy Duty

10,000 lb (4,535 kg)

Refer to the “Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)” chart for the Maximum Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) towable for your given drivetrain.
All trailer hitches should be professionally installed on your vehicle.

Engine/Transmission

Frontal Area

Maximum GTW

Maximum Trailer TW

3.6L Automatic

12 sq ft (1.11 sq m)

1,000 lb (454 kg)

100 lb (45 kg)

5.7L Automatic

12 sq ft (1.11 sq m)

1,000 lb (454 kg)

100 lb (45 kg)

Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds.

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RAILER

ONGUE

EIGHT

Never exceed the maximum tongue weight

stamped on your fascia/bumper or trailer hitch.

Weight Distribution

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 equip

ment 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 Infor

mation” placard for the maximum combined

weight of occupants and cargo for your vehicle.

OWING

EQUIREMENTS

To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle

drivetrain components, the following guidelines

are recommended.

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.

WARNING!



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. Overloading

can cause a loss of control, poor performance

or damage to brakes, axle, engine, transmis

sion, steering, suspension, chassis structure

or tires.



Safety chains must always be used between

your vehicle and trailer. Always connect 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 parking

brake on the tow vehicle. Put the tow vehicle

transmission in PARK. Always, block or

"chock" the trailer wheels.



GCWR must not be exceeded.

WARNING!

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Perform the maintenance listed in the “Scheduled

Servicing”

page 254. When towing a trailer,

never exceed the GAWR or GCWR ratings.

Towing Requirements — Tires



Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a

compact spare tire.



Do not drive more than 50 mph (80 km/h) when

towing while using a full size spare tire.



Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to

the safe and satisfactory operation of your

vehicle. For proper tire inflation procedures.



Check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation

pressures before trailer usage.



Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire

damage before towing a trailer.



Replacing tires with a higher load carrying

capacity will not increase the vehicle's GVWR

and GAWR limits.



For further information

page 290.

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 actuated brakes. When towing a

trailer equipped with a hydraulic surge actuated

brake system, an electronic brake controller is

not required.



Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers

over 1,000 lb (453 kg) and required for trailers

in excess of 2,000 lb (907 kg).



Total weight must be distributed between the

tow vehicle and the trailer such that the

following four ratings are not exceeded:



Max loading as defined on the “Tire and

Loading Information” placard.



GTW



GAWR



Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch

utilized.

CAUTION!



Do not tow a trailer at all during the first

500 miles (805 km) the new vehicle is driven.

The engine, axle or other parts could be

damaged.



Then, during the first 500 miles (805 km) that

a trailer is towed, do not drive over 50 mph

(80 km/h) and do not make starts at full

throttle. This helps the engine and other parts

of the vehicle wear in at the heavier loads.

WARNING!



Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle's

hydraulic brake lines. It can overload your

brake system and cause it to fail. You might

not have brakes when you need them and

could have an accident.



Towing any trailer will increase your stopping

distance. When towing, you should allow for

additional space between your vehicle and the

vehicle in front of you. Failure to do so could

result in an accident.

CAUTION!

If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lb (453 kg)

loaded, it should have its own brakes and they

should be of adequate capacity. Failure to do

this could lead to accelerated brake lining wear,

higher brake pedal effort, and longer stopping

distances.

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Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights And

Wiring

Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer

size, stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are

required for motoring safety.
The Trailer Tow Package may include a four- and

seven-pin wiring harness. Use a factory approved

trailer harness and connector.

NOTE:

Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicle’s wiring

harness.
The electrical connections are all complete to the

vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer

connector. Refer to the following illustrations.

NOTE:



Disconnect trailer wiring connector from the

vehicle before launching a boat (or any other

device plugged into vehicle’s electrical connect)

into water.



Be sure to reconnect after clear from water

area.

Four-Pin Connector

Seven-Pin Connector

OWING

IPS

Before towing, practice turning, stopping, and

backing up the trailer in an area located away from

heavy traffic.

1 — Ground
2 — Park
3 — Left Stop/Turn
4 — Right Stop/Turn

1 — Backup Lamps
2 — Running Lamps
3 — Left Stop/Turn
4 — Ground
5 — Battery
6 — Right Stop/Turn
7 — Electric Brakes

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Automatic Transmission — If Equipped

Select the DRIVE range when towing. The

transmission controls include a drive strategy to

avoid frequent shifting when towing. However, if

frequent shifting does occur while in DRIVE, you

can use the AutoStick shift control to manually

select a lower gear.

NOTE:

Using a lower gear while operating the vehicle

under heavy loading conditions will improve perfor

mance and extend transmission life by reducing

excessive shifting and heat buildup. This action will

also provide better engine braking.

Cruise Control — If Equipped



Do not use on hilly terrain or with heavy loads.



When using the Cruise Control, if you experience

speed drops greater than 10 mph (16 km/h),

disengage until you can get back to cruising

speed.



Use Cruise Control in flat terrain and with light

loads to maximize fuel efficiency.

AutoStick



When using the AutoStick shift control, select

the highest gear that allows for adequate perfor

mance and avoids frequent downshifts. For

example, choose “5” if the desired speed can be

maintained. Choose “4” or “3” if needed to

maintain the desired speed.



To prevent excess heat generation, avoid

continuous driving at high RPM. Reduce vehicle

speed as necessary to avoid extended driving at

high RPM. Return to a higher gear or vehicle

speed when grade and road conditions allow.

RECREATIONAL TOWING

(BEHIND MOTORHOME)

Recreational towing (with all four wheels on the

ground, or using a tow dolly) is NOT ALLOWED. The

only acceptable method for towing this vehicle

(behind another vehicle) is on a vehicle trailer with

all four wheels OFF the ground.

DRIVING TIPS

RIVING

LIPPERY

URFACES

Information in this section will aid in safe

controlled launches in adverse conditions.

Acceleration

Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other

slippery surfaces may cause the driving wheels to

pull erratically to the right or left. This phenomenon

occurs when there is a difference in the surface

traction under the rear (driving) wheels.

Traction

When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible

for a wedge of water to build up between the tire

and road surface. This is known as hydroplaning

and may cause partial or complete loss of vehicle

control and stopping ability. To reduce this

possibility, the following precautions should be

observed:



Slow down during rainstorms or when the roads

are slushy.



Slow down if the road has standing water or

puddles.

CAUTION!

Towing this vehicle in violation of the above

requirements can cause severe engine,

transmission and/or transfer case damage.

Damage from improper towing is not covered

under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

WARNING!

Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is

dangerous. Unequal traction can cause sudden

pulling of the rear wheels. You could lose control

of the vehicle and possibly have a collision.

Accelerate slowly and carefully whenever there

is likely to be poor traction (ice, snow, wet, mud,

loose sand, etc.).

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