2005 DODGE CARAVAN weight

A load equalizing hitch is recommended for loaded
trailer weights above 1,000 lbs (454 kg) and required for
weights above 2,000 lbs (907 kg).
Special care should be taken when towing a trailer with
heavy duty trailer tow package, without a load equaliz-
ing hitch, and with 6 to 7 passengers, to insure the rear
GAWR is not exceeded. Depending on your vehicle
model and options, the maximum trailer weight could
range from 0 to 2000 pounds.
CAUTION!
If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 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.
WARNING!
Connecting trailer brakes to your vehicle’s hydraulic
brake lines can overload your brake system and
cause it to fail. You might not have brakes when you
need them and could have an accident.
STARTING AND OPERATING 341
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Fuel System Caution..................... 332
Fueling............................... 334
Fuses................................ 412
Garage Door Opener..................... 159
GasCap .............................. 334
Gasoline.............................. 330
Gasoline, Clean Air...................... 331
Gasoline, Reformulated................... 331
Gauges
Coolant Temperature.................... 200
Fuel................................ 196
Speedometer......................... 197
Tachometer.......................... 199
Gearshift.............................. 299
General Information..................16,25,327
Glass Cleaning.......................... 409
Grocery Bag Retainer..................... 127
Gross Axle Weight Rating.................. 336Gross Vehicle Weight Rating................ 336
Hands-Free Phone........................ 96
Hazard Warning Flasher................... 344
Head Phones........................... 252
Head Restraints......................... 109
Headlights............................ 135
Bulb Replacement...................... 416
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch........ 139
Lights On Reminder.................... 137
Replacing............................ 416
Time Delay.......................... 138
Heated Seats........................... 110
Heater............................... 262
Heater, Engine Block..................... 296
Homelink Transmitter.................... 159
Hood Release.......................... 132
Hoses.............................399,402
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Compact Spare........................ 320
Flat Changing........................ 355
General Information.................... 316
High Speed.......................... 319
Inflation Pressures..................... 317
Jacking........................346,347,359
Load Capacity.....................312,313
Pressure Monitor System................. 325
Quality Grading....................... 455
Radial.............................. 320
Replacement......................... 323
Rotation............................. 329
Safety...........................308,316
Sizes............................... 309
Snow Tires........................... 329
Spare Tire.........................349,360
Spinning............................ 322
Tread Wear Indicators................... 322Towing............................... 338
Disabled Vehicle....................... 369
Trailering............................ 338
Traction Control...................143,203,306
Traction Control Switch.................143,306
Trailer Towing.......................... 338
Minimum Requirements................. 339
Trailer and Tongue Weight................ 339
Transaxle............................. 297
Automatic........................... 297
Operation........................... 297
Overdrive........................... 300
Selection of Lubricant................403,423
Transmission........................... 402
Automatic........................... 402
Filter............................... 405
Fluid............................403,423
Transmitter Battery Service.................. 26
INDEX 473
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