2006 DODGE STRATUS load capacity

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!
Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s hy-
draulic brake lines. It can overload your brake sys-
tem 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 dis-
tance. 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.
Towing Requirements—Trailer Lights & Wiring
Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size,
stop lights and turn signals on the trailer are required for
motoring safety.
The Trailer Tow Package may includea4and7pin
wiring harness. Use a factory approved trailer harness
and connector.
NOTE:Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles
wiring harness.
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Dimmer Switch, Headlight.............61,63
Engine Temperature Warning............. 86
Exterior Check........................ 46
Fog ...........................62,85,244
Front Replacement.................... 243
Headlight Switch...................... 61
Headlights........................... 61
High Beam........................... 63
High Beam Indicator................... 84
Illuminated Entry...................... 11
Instrument Cluster..................... 61
Interior.............................. 59
License............................. 246
Lights On Reminder.................... 62
Low Fuel............................ 88
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)....... 84
Map Reading......................... 60
Oil Pressure.......................... 87
Rear Servicing....................... 245
Seat Belt Reminder..................... 88
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm)............. 19
Service..........................240,241
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . 84Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)............. 88
Traction Control...................... 151
Turn Signal...................61,62,84,243
Voltage.............................. 84
Load Limits........................... 178
Loading Vehicle
Capacities........................... 178
Tires ............................156,178
Locks
Central.............................. 13
Child Protection....................... 14
Door............................... 11
Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren
(LATCH).............................. 41
Lubricants............................ 220
Lubrication, Body....................... 220
Luggage/Cargo Capacity................. 178
Lumbar Support........................ 55
Maintenance Free Battery................. 216
Maintenance Procedures.................. 210
Maintenance Schedule................... 250
Light Duty Schedule“B”................ 253
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Starting.............................. 140
Cold Weather........................ 141
Engine Fails to Start................... 142
Starting and Operating................... 140
Steering
Power...........................150,219
Tilt Column.......................... 64
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System
Controls............................ 119
Storage.............................. 240
Storage, Vehicle........................ 240
Storing Your Vehicle..................... 240
Stuck, Freeing......................... 201
Sun Roof.............................. 74
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag....... 30
Tachometer............................ 84
Tape Player........................... 119
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC)....... 122
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant.......86,191
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)............... 19
Theft System (Security Alarm).............. 19
Tilt Steering Column..................... 64Tire and Loading Information Placard....... 156
Tire Identification Number (TIN)........... 154
Tire Markings......................... 152
Tire Safety Information................... 152
Tires ...........................46,160,275
Aging (Life of Tires)................... 166
Air Pressure......................... 160
Alignment.......................... 167
Chains............................. 168
Changing........................191,192
Compact Spare....................... 163
Flat Changing.....................191,192
General Information................... 160
High Speed......................... 162
Inflation Pressures.................... 161
Jacking............................. 192
Life of Tires......................... 166
Load Capacity....................156,157
Quality Grading...................... 275
Radial............................. 163
Replacement......................... 166
Rotation............................ 168
Safety...........................152,160
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