2007 DODGE MAGNUM weight

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 authorized 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.)
ClassI-LightDuty 2,000lbs(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.
Improper Adjustment of Weight Distributing System
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Engine/Transmission Frontal Area Max. GTW (Gross Trailer
Wt.)Max. Tongue Wt.
5.7L Automatic with
trailer tow package40 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 1,000 lbs (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 “Tire–Safety
Information” in this section.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.
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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.
Towing Requirements
To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle driv-
etrain components the following guidelines are recom-
mended:
CAUTION!
•Avoid towing a trailer for the first 500 miles (805
km) of vehicle operation. Doing so may damage
your vehicle.
•During the first 500 miles (805 km) of trailer
towing, limit your speed to 50 mph (80 km/h).
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Perform the maintenance listed in Section 8 of this
manual. When towing a trailer, never exceed the GAWR,
or GCWR, ratings.
WARNING!
Improper towing can lead to an injury accident.
Follow these guidelines to make your trailer towing
as safe as possible:
Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer
and will not shift during travel. When trailering
cargo that is not fully secured, dynamic load shifts
can occur that may be difficult for the driver to
control. You could lose control of your vehicle and
have an accident.
•When hauling cargo, or towing a trailer, do not
overload your vehicle or trailer. Overloading can cause
a loss of control, poor performance, or damage to
brakes, axle, engine, transmission, steering, suspen-
sion, chassis structure, or tires.
•Safety chains must always be used between your
vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to the
frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. Cross the
chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough
slack for turning corners.
•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).
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CleanAir ........................... 262
Ethanol............................. 262
Filler Cap (Gas Cap)................... 265
Filter.............................. 315
Gasoline............................ 261
Gauge............................. 140
Hoses.............................. 327
Methanol........................... 262
OctaneRating .....................261,351
Requirements.....................261,350
Tank Capacity........................ 350
Fuel System Caution.................... 266
Fueling .............................. 265
Fuses................................ 337
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) .......... 110
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)..............265,306
Gasoline, Clean Air..................... 262
Gasoline (Fuel)........................ 261
Gasoline, Reformulated.................. 262
Gauges
Coolant Temperature.................. 141
Fuel............................... 140Speedometer......................... 140
Tachometer.......................... 140
Gear Ranges.......................... 215
General Information................. 15,22,261
Glass Cleaning......................... 335
GrossAxleWeightRating ..............268,270
GrossVehicleWeightRating ............268,270
GVWR............................... 268
Hands-Free Phone (UConnect™)............ 70
Hazard Warning Flasher.................. 284
Head Restraints......................... 92
Headlights
Cleaning............................ 335
High Beam........................... 99
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch....... 99
Lights On Reminder.................... 98
On With Wipers.................... 97,103
Passing............................. 99
Switch .............................. 96
TimeDelay ........................... 97
Heated Seats........................... 92
Heater............................... 191
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Jacking..........................286,289
LifeofTires ......................... 250
Load Capacity....................240,241
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)......... 254
Quality Grading...................... 378
Radial............................. 247
Replacement......................... 250
Rotation ............................ 253
Safety ...........................236,244
Self-Sealing .......................... 252
Sizes ............................... 237
Snow Tires.......................... 253
Spare Tire........................... 287
Spinning ............................ 248
TreadWearIndicators .................. 249
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight............. 275
Torque Converter Clutch................. 217
Towing .............................. 270
Behind a Motor Home................. 282
Disabled Vehicle...................... 298
Guide .............................. 273
Recreational......................... 282
Weight ............................. 273Towing Vehicle Behind a Motor Home....... 282
Traction Control........................ 230
Traction Control Switch.................. 230
TrailerTowing ......................... 270
Cooling System Tips................... 281
Hitches............................. 273
Minimum Requirements................ 276
Trailer and Tongue Weight.............. 275
Wiring............................. 279
TrailerTowingGuide .................... 273
TrailerWeight ......................... 273
Transmission.......................... 330
Automatic .....................214,219,330
Fluid .............................. 352
Shifting............................. 211
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless
Entry) ................................ 21
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink).110
Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless
Entry) ................................ 21
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)...... 17
Transporting Pets........................ 58
TreadWearIndicators ................... 249
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