2008 CHRYSLER PACIFICA towing capacity

Loading
The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed
the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You
will not exceed the tire's load carrying capacity if you
adhere to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tire
inflation pressures specified on the ªTire and Loading
Informationº placard and in the ªVehicle Loadingº sec-
tion of this manual.
NOTE:Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition,
gross axle weight ratings (GAWR's) for the front and rear
axles must not be exceeded. For further information on
GAWR's, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to the
ªVehicle Loadingº section of this manual.
To determine the maximum loading conditions of your
vehicle, locate the statement ªThe combined weight of
occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX
lbs.º on the Tire and Loading Information placard. Thecombined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage and
trailer tongue weight (if applicable) should never exceed
the weight referenced here.
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
1. Locate the statement ªThe combined weight of occu-
pants and cargo should never exceed XXX poundsº on
your vehicle's placard.
2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and
passengers that will be riding in your vehicle.
3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas-
sengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds.
4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of
cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if ªXXXº
amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb.
passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo
and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (since 5 x 150 = 750,
and 1400 ± 750 = 650 lbs.)
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5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo
being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely
exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity
calculated in Step 4.
6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your
trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this
manual to determine how this reduces the available
cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle.NOTE:The following table shows examples on how to
calculate total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capaci-
ties of your vehicle with varying seating configurations
and number and size of occupants. This table is for
illustration purposes only and may not be accurate for
the seating and load carry capacity of your vehicle.
NOTE:For the following example, the combined weight
of occupants and cargo should never exceed 865 lbs. (392
kg).
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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 Ð Tires
þ
Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact
spare tire.
þProper 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.
þAlso, check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation
pressures before trailer usage.
þCheck 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.
þWhen 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 Ð Trailer Brakes
þ
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.
þAn 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.
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þTrailer 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.
Towing Requirements Ð 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.
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Console, Overhead....................... 168
Contract, Service........................ 430
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap).......... 391
Cooling System......................... 389
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze).............. 391
Coolant Capacity...................... 416
Coolant Level......................389,392
Disposal of Used Coolant................ 392
Drain, Flush, and Refill.................. 390
Inspection........................... 392
Points to Remember.................... 393
Pressure Cap......................... 391
Radiator Cap......................... 391
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)......390,416,417
Cruise Control (Speed Control).............. 144
Cruise Light........................... 193
Cup Holder.........................174,406
Customer Assistance..................... 428Data Recorder, Event...................... 65
Dealer Service.......................... 375
Defroster, Rear Window................... 269
Defroster, Windshield................79,256,265
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers................. 141
Diagnostic System, Onboard................ 372
Digital Video Disc (DVD) Player............. 232
Dimmer Switch, Headlight................. 139
Dipsticks
Automatic Transmission................. 399
Oil (Engine).......................... 376
Disabled Vehicle Towing................... 363
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)............... 392
Engine Oil........................... 379
Door Ajar Light......................... 197
Door Locks............................. 26
Door Locks, Automatic.................... 27
Door Opener, Garage..................... 146
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System, Navigation...................... 244
Tachometer............................ 191
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC)........ 259
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant.......187,351
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint.............71,74
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo................... 177
Tilt Steering Column..................... 143
Tire and Loading Information Placard......... 299
Tire Identification Number (TIN)............. 298
Tire Markings.......................... 294
Tire Safety Information.................... 294
Tires ............................80,303,434
Aging (Life of Tires).................... 309
Air Pressure.......................... 303
Alignment........................... 311
Chains.............................. 312
Changing............................ 352
Compact Spare........................ 307General Information.................... 303
High Speed.......................... 306
Inflation Pressures..................... 304
Jacking............................. 352
Life of Tires.......................... 309
Load Capacity.....................299,300
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)........... 314
Quality Grading....................... 434
Radial.............................. 306
Replacement......................... 310
Rotation............................. 313
Safety...........................294,303
Sizes............................... 296
Snow Tires........................... 313
Spare Tire........................... 354
Spinning............................ 308
Tread Wear Indicators................... 309
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight.............. 341
Towing............................... 334
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