2007 CHRYSLER 300 weight

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”
placard for the maximum combined weight of occupants
and cargo for your vehicle.
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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
“Tires–General Information” in this section for infor-
mation on tire pressures and 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 “Tires–General Infor-
mation” in this section for information on tread wear
indicators and for the proper inspection procedure.
When replacing tires, refer to “Tires–General Informa-
tion” in this section for information on replacement
tires and for the proper tire replacement procedures.
Replacing tires with a higher load carrying capacity
will not increase the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR
limits.
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Gauge............................. 168
Hoses.............................. 354
Methanol........................... 290
Octane Rating.....................289,383
Requirements.....................289,382
Tank Capacity........................ 382
Fuel System Caution.................... 294
Fueling.............................. 293
Fuses................................ 363
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) .......... 141
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)..............293,332
Gasoline, Clean Air..................... 290
Gasoline (Fuel)........................ 289
Gasoline, Reformulated.................. 290
Gauges
Coolant Temperature.................. 166
Fuel............................... 168
Speedometer......................... 163
Tachometer.......................... 164
Gear Ranges.......................... 241
General Information..............15,22,136,288
Glass Cleaning......................... 361Gross Axle Weight Rating..............296,298
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating............296,298
GVWR ............................... 296
Hands-Free Phone (UConnect™)............ 72
Hazard Warning Flasher.................. 312
Head Restraints......................... 94
Headlight Washers................... 113,347
Headlights............................ 374
Cleaning............................ 361
High Beam.......................... 107
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch...... 107
Lights On Reminder................... 106
On With Wipers...................104,111
Passing............................. 107
Switch............................. 103
Time Delay.......................... 105
Washers......................... 113,347
Heated Mirrors......................... 71
Heated Seats........................... 95
Heater............................... 219
Heater, Engine Block.................... 237
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Chains............................. 279
Changing........................314,317
Compact Spare....................... 274
Flat Changing........................ 314
General Information................... 271
High Speed......................... 273
Inflation Pressures.................... 272
Jacking..........................314,317
Life of Tires......................... 277
Load Capacity....................267,268
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)......... 281
Quality Grading...................... 410
Radial............................. 274
Replacement......................... 277
Rotation............................ 280
Safety...........................262,271
Self-Sealing.......................... 279
Sizes............................... 264
Snow Tires.......................... 280
Spare Tire........................... 315
Spinning............................ 275
Tread Wear Indicators.................. 276
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight............. 303Torque Converter Clutch................. 243
Towing.............................. 298
Behind a Motor Home................. 309
Disabled Vehicle...................... 325
Guide.............................. 301
Recreational......................... 309
Weight............................. 301
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motor Home....... 309
Traction Control........................ 257
Traction Control Light................... 257
Traction Control Switch.................. 257
Trailer Towing......................... 298
Cooling System Tips................... 309
Hitches............................. 301
Minimum Requirements................ 304
Trailer and Tongue Weight.............. 303
Wiring............................. 307
Trailer Towing Guide.................... 301
Trailer Weight......................... 301
Transmission.......................... 356
Automatic.....................240,245,356
Fluid.............................. 384
Shifting............................ 237
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