2006 DODGE MAGNUM SRT weight

Front
AxleRear Axle
Empty Weight 2054 lbs
(932 kg)1805 lbs
(819 kg )
Load (Including driver, pass-
sengers and cargo)271 lbs
(123 kg)579 lbs
(263 kg)
Total 2325 lbs
(1055 kg)2384 lbs
(1081 kg)
GAWR 2546 lbs
(1155 kg)2708 lbs
(1228 kg)
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 re-
view 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 ve-
hicles used for trailer towing.
Common Towing Definitions
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.
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Gross Trailer Weight (GTW)
The gross trailer weight (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 operationcondition. The recom-
mended 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.
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.
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 an accident.
Tongue Weight (TW)
The downward force exerted on the hitch ball by the
trailer. In most cases it should not be less than 10% or
more than 15% of the trailer load. You must consider this
as part of the load on your vehicle.
Frontal Area
The maximum height and maximum width of the front of
a trailer.
Trailer Sway Control
The trailer sway control is a 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.
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 kind of
hitches are the most popular on the market today and
they’re commonly used to tow small- and medium-sized
trailers.
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Weight-Distributing Hitch
A weight-distributing hitch includes a receiver attached
to the tow vehicle, plus a removable hitch head and
spring bar assembly that fits into the receiver opening
and hook up brackets that connect the spring bars to the
trailer frame.
Trailer Hitch Classification
Your vehicle may be factory equipped for safe towing of
trailers weighing over 2,000 lbs (907 kg) with the optional
Trailer Tow Prep Package. See your dealer for package
content.
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.
Refer to the Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer
Weight Ratings) chart for the Max. GTW towable for your
given drivetrain.
Trailer Hitch Classification
Class Max. GTW (Gross Trailer
Wt.)
Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg)
Class II - Medium
Duty3,500 lbs (1587 kg)
Class III - Heavy Duty 5,000 lbs (2268 kg)
Class IV - Extra
Heavy Duty10,000 lbs (4540 kg)
All trailer hitches should be professionally installed on
your vehicle.
Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight
Ratings)
The following chart provides the maximum trailer
weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain.
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Engine/Transmission Frontal Area Max. GTW (Gross Trailer
Wt.)Max. Tongue Wt.
6.1L Automatic40 SQ. FT. (3.72 square
meters)Up to 2 persons & Lug-
gage 3,800 lbs (1724 kg)380 lbs (172 kg)
40 SQ. FT. (3.72 square
meters)Up to 3 persons & Lug-
gage 3,000 lbs (1361 kg)300 lbs (136 kg)
40 SQ. FT. (3.72 square
meters)Up to 4 persons & Lug-
gage 1,500 lbs (680 kg)150 lbs (68 kg)
40 SQ. FT. (3.72 square
meters)Up to 5 persons & NO
Luggage 1,000lbs (454 kg)100 lbs (45 kg)
Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds.
NOTE:The trailer tongue weight must be considered as
part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo, and
should never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire
and Loading Information placard. Refer to the Tire–
Safety Information Section in this manual.
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Trailer and Tongue Weight
Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in
the front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of the
Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) on the tow hitch of your
vehicle. Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the
rear can cause the trailer to swayseverelyside 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 accidents.
Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on
your bumper or trailer hitch.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 plac-
ard in the Tire Safety Information Section of this manual
for the maximum combined weight of occupants and
cargo for your vehicle.
Trailer sway control and a weight distributing (load
equalizing) hitch are recommended for Tongue Weights
(TW) above 150 lbs (68 kg) and required for Tongue
Weights above 300 lbs (136 kg).
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•Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade.
When parking, apply the parking brake on the tow
vehicle. Put the tow vehicle automatic transmission in
P for Park. Always, block orchockthe trailer wheels.
•GCWR must not be exceeded.
•Total weight must be distributed between the tow
vehicle and the trailer such that the following four
ratings are not exceeded:
1. GVWR
2. GTW
3. GAWR
4. 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 the
Tires–General Information section of this manual on
Tire Pressures for proper tire inflation procedures.
Also, 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. Refer to the Tires–General
Information section of this manual on Tread Wear
Indicators for the proper inspection procedure.
When replacing tires refer to the Tires–General Infor-
mation section of this manual on Replacement Tires 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

Donotinterconnect the hydraulic brake system or
vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer.
This could cause inadequate braking and possible
personal injury.
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Cooling System....................... 279
Engine Oil.......................... 267
Power Steering....................... 276
Fluids............................... 303
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts........ 303
Fog Lights..........................95,137
Folding Rear Seat....................... 89
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle.................. 258
Fuel................................. 229
Adding............................. 233
Additives........................... 231
Clean Air........................... 230
Filler Cap........................... 233
Filter.............................. 271
Gasoline............................ 229
Gauge............................. 134
Hoses.............................. 285
Octane Rating........................ 303
Requirements.....................229,302
Tank Capacity........................ 302
Fueling.............................. 233
Fuses................................ 290Garage Door Opener.................... 108
GasCap .............................. 233
Gasoline............................. 229
Gasoline, Clean Air..................... 230
Gasoline, Reformulated.................. 230
Gauges
Coolant Temperature.................. 135
Fuel............................... 134
Speedometer......................... 134
Tachometer.......................... 134
General Information..............15,20,225,228
Glass Cleaning......................... 289
Gross Axle Weight Rating..............235,238
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating............235,237
Ground Clearance...................... 229
Hands-Free Phone....................... 66
Hazard Warning Flasher.................. 250
Head Restraints......................... 88
Headlight Washers...................... 277
Headlights
High Beam........................... 96
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch....... 96
334 INDEX

Spinning............................ 218
Tread Wear Indicators.................. 219
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight............. 241
Towing.............................. 237
Behind a Motor Home................. 247
Disabled Vehicle...................... 259
Guide.............................. 239
Recreational......................... 247
Weight............................. 239
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motor Home....... 247
Traction Control........................ 100
Trailer Towing......................... 237
Cooling System Tips................... 247
Hitches............................. 239
Minimum Requirements................ 242
Trailer and Tongue Weight.............. 241
Wiring............................. 244
Trailer Towing Guide.................... 239
Trailer Weight......................... 239
Transmission.......................... 286
Automatic........................192,286
Fluid.............................. 303
Shifting............................ 192Transmitter Battery Service................ 21
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener........... 108
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry........... 19
Transporting Pets........................ 56
Tread Wear Indicators................... 219
Trip Odometer Reset Button............... 134
Turn Signals........................95,136
Uniform Tire Quality Grades.............. 327
Universal Transmitter.................... 108
Unleaded Gasoline...................... 229
Vanity Mirrors.......................... 65
Variance, Compass...................... 144
Vehicle Certification Label................ 235
Vehicle Identification Number............... 6
Vehicle Loading..................212,235,236
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations............ 7
Vehicle Storage......................185,296
Vehicle Theft Alarm...................... 22
Viscosity, Engine Oil..................... 269
Warning Flasher, Hazard................. 250
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