2008 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)
Tongue Weight (TW) is 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.
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4. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized
(This requirement may limit the ability to always
achieve 10% 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 the
“Tires — General Information” in this section for
information 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 — GeneralInformation” in this section for information on tread
wear indicators and for proper inspection procedure.
•When replacing tires, refer to “Tires — General Infor-
mation” in this section for information on replacement
tires and for proper tire replacement procedures. Re-
placing 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.
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•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.
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 — Trailer Lights & Wiring
Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size,
stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for
motoring safety.
Use a factory approved trailer harness and connector.
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Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)................ 18
Theft System (Security Alarm)............... 18
Tilt Steering Column..................... 140
Time Delay, Headlight.................... 133
Tip Start.............................. 266
Tire and Loading Information Placard......... 299
Tire Identification Number (TIN)............. 298
Tire Markings.......................... 294
Tire Safety Information.................... 294
Tires ............................ 80,303,449
Aging(LifeofTires) .................... 309
Air Pressure.......................... 303
Alignment........................... 312
Chains.............................. 312
Changing............................ 356
Compact Spare........................ 307
Flat Changing........................ 363
General Information.................... 303
High Speed.......................... 305Inflation Pressures..................... 304
Jacking............................. 356
LifeofTires .......................... 309
Load Capacity.....................299,300
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)........... 314
Quality Grading....................... 449
Radial.............................. 306
Replacement......................... 310
Rotation............................. 313
Safety...........................294,303
Sizes ............................... 296
Snow Tires........................... 312
Spare Tire........................... 356
Spinning ............................ 308
Tread Wear Indicators................... 309
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight.............. 342
Towing ............................... 338
24-Hour Towing Assistance............... 102
Disabled Vehicle....................... 368
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LifeofTires .......................... 309
Load Capacity.....................299,300
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)........... 314
Quality Grading....................... 449
Radial.............................. 306
Replacement......................... 310
Rotation............................. 313
Safety...........................294,303
Sizes ............................... 296
Snow Tires........................... 312
Spare Tire........................... 356
Spinning ............................ 308
Tread Wear Indicators................... 309
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight.............. 342
Towing ............................... 338
24-Hour Towing Assistance............... 102
Disabled Vehicle....................... 368
Guide .............................. 341
Recreational.......................349,369Weight .............................. 341
Towing Assistance....................... 102
Traction .............................. 292
TrailerTowing .......................... 338
Cooling System Tips.................... 349
Hitches............................. 340
Minimum Requirements................. 343
Trailer and Tongue Weight................ 342
Wiring .............................. 346
TrailerTowingGuide ..................... 341
TrailerWeight .......................... 341
Transaxle............................. 270
Additives............................ 405
Automatic.................... 13,264,270,403
Autostick............................ 275
Filter ............................... 405
Maintenance.......................... 403
Operation........................... 270
Overdrive........................... 274
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