2007 DODGE CHARGER load capacity

•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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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 (454 kg) and required for trailers in excess of 2,000
lbs (907 kg).
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.
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Storage, Vehicle.....................188,329
Storing Your Vehicle..................... 329
Sun Roof............................. 114
Sunglasses Storage...................... 109
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag....... 42
Synthetic Engine Oil..................... 299
System, Navigation..................... 168
Tachometer........................... 129
Telescoping Steering Column.............. 103
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC)....... 182
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant......130,273
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint.............. 54
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)............... 15
Theft System (Security Alarm).............. 15
Tilt Steering Column.................... 103
Tire and Loading Information Placard....... 228
Tire Identification Number (TIN)........... 227
Tire Markings......................... 224
Tire Safety Information................... 224
Tires ...........................61,232,366
Aging (Life of Tires)................... 238
Air Pressure......................... 232Alignment.......................... 239
Chains............................. 240
Changing........................274,277
Compact Spare....................... 235
Flat Changing........................ 274
General Information................... 232
High Speed......................... 234
Inflation Pressures.................... 233
Jacking..........................274,277
Life of Tires......................... 238
Load Capacity....................228,229
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)......... 242
Quality Grading...................... 366
Radial............................. 235
Replacement......................... 238
Rotation............................ 241
Safety...........................224,232
Self-Sealing.......................... 240
Sizes............................... 225
Snow Tires.......................... 241
Spare Tire........................... 275
Spinning............................ 236
Tread Wear Indicators.................. 237
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