2007 CHRYSLER SEBRING SEDAN load capacity

Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR)
The gross combination weight rating (GCWR) is the total
permissible weight of your vehicle and trailer when
weighed in combination. (Note that GCWR ratings in-
clude a 150 lbs (68 kg) allowance for the presence of a
driver).
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 or more
than 10% 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 and its cargo.
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 truck. 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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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.
An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is
required when towing a trailer with electronically
actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with
a hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electronic
brake controller is not required.
Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over 1,000
lbs (450 kg) and required for trailers in excess of 2,000
lbs (907 kg).
CAUTION!
If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (450 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.
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Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)............. 250
Odometer............................ 142
Trip ............................142,143
Oil, Engine.........................293,328
Capacity............................ 327
Change Interval...................... 294
Checking........................... 293
Disposal............................ 297
Filter...........................297,328
Identification Logo.................... 295
Materials Added to.................... 297
Recommendation..................295,327
Synthetic........................... 297
Viscosity.........................296,327
Oil Pressure Light...................... 140
Onboard Diagnostic System............290,291
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ......... 115
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual).......... 4
Overdrive............................ 213
Overheating, Engine..................... 272
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual)....... 4,353
PaintCare ............................ 313Panic Alarm........................... 19
Parking Brake......................... 216
Passing Light.......................... 106
Personal Settings....................... 155
Pets .................................. 63
Phone, Cellular......................... 73
Phone, Hands-Free (UConnect™)............ 73
Placard, Tire and Loading Information....... 231
Power
Distribution Center (Fuses).............. 318
Door Locks.......................... 24
Mirrors ............................. 71
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet).....124,125
Seats............................... 98
Steering .........................225,302
Steering, Checking.................... 302
Sunroof............................ 121
Windows............................ 26
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts............. 39
Preparation for Jacking................... 275
Pretensioners
Seat Belts............................ 38
Programmable Electronic Features..... 115,119,155
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Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System
Controls.............................. 188
Storage.............................. 321
Storage, Vehicle........................ 200
Stuck, Freeing......................... 282
Sun Roof............................. 121
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag....... 40
Synthetic Engine Oil..................... 297
System, Navigation..................... 181
Tachometer........................... 139
Taillights............................. 324
Telescoping Steering Column.............. 112
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant......139,273
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint.............. 57
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)............... 14
Theft System (Security Alarm).............. 14
Tilt Steering Column.................... 112
Time Delay, Headlight................... 106
TipStart ............................. 208
Tire and Loading Information Placard....... 231
Tire Identification Number (TIN)........... 230
Tire Markings......................... 227TireSafetyInformation ................... 227
Tires ........................... 65,235,354
Aging(LifeofTires) ................... 241
Air Pressure......................... 235
Alignment.......................... 242
Chains............................. 248
Changing........................... 274
Compact Spare....................... 238
Flat Changing........................ 279
General Information................... 235
High Speed......................... 237
Inflation Pressures.................... 236
Jacking............................. 274
LifeofTires ......................... 241
Load Capacity....................231,232
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)......... 243
Quality Grading...................... 354
Radial............................. 238
Replacement......................... 241
Rotation ............................ 249
Safety ...........................227,235
Sizes ............................... 228
Snow Tires.......................... 248
INDEX 369
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