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1,400 - (2 x 220) - (9 x 100) = 1,400 - 440 - 900 = 60 lb. Now you

have the load capacity to transport the cement and your friend home.

In metric units, the calculation would be: 635 kg - (2 x 99 kg) - (9 x

45 kg) = 635 - 198 - 405 = 32 kg.

The above calculations also assume that the loads are positioned in your

vehicle in a manner that does not overload the Front or the Rear Gross

Axle Weight Rating specified for your vehicle on the Safety Compliance

Certification Label found on the edge of the driver’s door.

TRAILER TOWING

Trailer towing with your vehicle may require the use of a trailer tow

option package.

Trailer towing puts additional loads on your vehicle’s engine,

transmission, axle, brakes, tires and suspension. For your safety and to

maximize vehicle performance, be sure to use the proper equipment

while towing.

When towing maximum loads under high outside temperatures and on

steep grades, the A/C system may cycle on and off to protect the engine

from overheating. This may result in a temporary increase of interior

temperatures.

Follow these guidelines to ensure safe towing procedure:

• Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle has been driven at least

1,000 miles (1,600 km).

• Consult your local motor vehicle laws for towing a trailer.

• Refer to the instructions included with towing accessories for the

proper installation and adjustment specifications.

• Thoroughly prepare your vehicle for towing. Refer to Preparing to

tow in this chapter.

• Stay within your vehicle’s load limits.

• Use extra caution when driving while trailer towing. Refer to Driving

while you tow in this chapter.

• Service your vehicle more frequently if you tow a trailer. Refer to the

Special Operating Conditions in your scheduled maintenance

guide.

Do not exceed the maximum loads listed on the Safety Compliance

Certification label. For load specification terms found on the label, refer

to Vehicle loading – with and without a trailer in this chapter.

Remember to figure in the tongue load of your loaded vehicle when

figuring the total weight.

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FWD

GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weight

Engine Maximum

GCWR-lb (kg)

Trailer weight

range-lb (kg)

(0-Maximum)

Tongue load-lb

(kg)

(0-Maximum)

3.5L Class I

towing

(standard)

7250 (3289) 0–2000 (0–907) 0–200 (0–91)

3.5L Class II

towing

(optional)

8420 (3819) 0–3500 (0–1588) 0–350 (0–159)

AWD

GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weight

Engine Maximum

GCWR-lb (kg)

Trailer weight

range-lb (kg)

(0-Maximum)

Tongue load-lb

(kg)

(0-Maximum)

3.5L Class I

towing

(standard)

7450 (3379) 0–2000 (0–907) 0–200 (0–91)

3.5L Class II

towing

(optional)

8620 (3910) 0–3500 (0–1588) 0–350 (0–159)

WARNING: Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on

the certification label.

WARNING: Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended

gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could

result in engine damage, transmission damage, structural damage, loss

of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and personal injury.

Preparing to tow

Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it is

properly attached to your vehicle. Contact your authorized dealer or a

reliable trailer dealer as soon as possible if you require assistance.

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Hitches

Do not use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle’s bumper or attach to the

axle. You must distribute the load in your trailer so that 10–15% of the

total weight of the trailer is on the tongue.

Safety chains

Always connect the trailer’s safety chains to the hook retainers on the

vehicle. To connect the trailer’s safety chains, cross the chains under the

trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners.

If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions that the rental agency

gives to you.

Do not attach safety chains to the bumper.

Trailer brakes

Be sure your trailer conforms to all applicable local and Federal

regulations regarding trailer braking. If your trailer is equipped with

electronically-controlled brakes you will need to have an electronic brake

controller with associated wiring installed to your vehicle by an

authorized dealer.

WARNING: Do not connect a trailer’s hydraulic brake system

directly to your vehicle’s brake system. Your vehicle may not

have enough braking power and your chances of having a collision

greatly increase.

The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the

GVWR not GCWR.

Trailer lamps

Trailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles. Make sure all running

lights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are working.

Do not splice into the vehicle lamp wiring for trailer lamps. Your

vehicle uses an advanced electronic module to control and

monitor your vehicle lamps. Splicing into the wiring or attaching

wiring to the vehicle bulb may DISABLE the rear vehicle lamps or

cause them not to function properly. Your lamp outage feature

may also be disabled or provide incorrect information.

Trailer tow connector (equipped on vehicles with a Class II trailer

tow/prep package)

The trailer tow connector is located under the rear bumper, on the

driver’s side of the vehicle.

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Refer to the following chart for information regarding the

factory-equipped trailer tow connector:

Color Function

1. Dark Green Right turn signal/brake lamp/hazard flasher

2. Yellow Left turn signal/brake lamp/hazard flasher

3. Brown Tail lamps/parking lamps

4. White Ground

Driving while you tow

When towing a trailer:

• To ensure proper break-in of powertrain components, do not trailer

tow during the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of a new vehicle.

• Do not drive faster than 70 mph (113 km/h) during the first 500 miles

(800 km) of trailer towing and don’t make full-throttle starts.

• Turn off the speed control. The speed control may shut off

automatically when you are towing on long, steep grades.

• Use a lower gear to eliminate excessive shifting and assist in

transmission cooling. For additional information, refer to Automatic

transmission operation in the Driving chapter.

• Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached; anticipate

stops and brake gradually.

• Do not exceed the GCWR rating or transmission damage may occur.

Servicing after towing

If you tow a trailer for long distances, your vehicle will require more

frequent service intervals. Refer to your scheduled maintenance

information for more information.

Trailer towing tips

• The trailer tongue weight should be 10–15% of the loaded trailer

weight.

• Practice turning, stopping and backing-up before starting on a trip to

get the feel of the vehicle-trailer combination. When turning, make

wider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles.

• To aid in engine/transmission cooling and A/C efficiency during hot

weather while stopped in traffic, place the gearshift lever in P (Park)

(automatic transmission) or neutral (manual transmissions).

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