2009 DODGE AVENGER load capacity

4. Trailer tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch
utilized (This requirement may limit the ability to
always achieve 10% of trailer 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
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
Information” 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 with adequate
braking 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
hydraulic brake lines. It can overload your brake
system and cause it to fail. You might not have
brakes when you need them and could have an
accident.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Towing any trailer will increase your stopping
distance. When towing, you should allow for ad-
ditional space between your vehicle and the ve-
hicle in front of you. Failure to do so could result
in an accident.
Towing Requirements — Trailer Lights and Wiring
Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size,
stop lights and turn signals on the trailer are required for
motoring safety.
Towing Tips
Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping,
and backing the trailer in an area located away from
heavy traffic.
Make sure all trailer and vehicle lights are working
properly — including hazard flashers.
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Telescoping Steering Column............... 143
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC)........ 254
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant.......177,349
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint............... 72
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm)................ 19
Theft System (Security Alarm)............... 19
Tilt Steering Column..................... 143
Time Delay, Headlight.................... 136
Tip Start.............................. 268
Tire and Loading Information Placard......... 299
Tire Identification Number (TIN)............. 298
Tire Markings.......................... 294
Tire Safety Information.................... 294
Tires ............................81,303,447
Aging (Life of Tires).................... 310
Air Pressure.......................... 303
Chains.............................. 312
Changing............................ 350
Compact Spare........................ 306Flat Changing........................ 357
General Information.................... 303
High Speed.......................... 306
Inflation Pressures..................... 304
Jacking............................. 350
Life of Tires.......................... 310
Load Capacity........................ 299
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)........... 314
Pressure Warning Light.................. 184
Quality Grading....................... 447
Radial.............................. 306
Replacement.......................... 311
Rotation............................. 313
Safety...........................294,303
Sizes............................... 296
Snow Tires........................... 312
Spare Tire........................... 351
Spinning............................ 309
Tread Wear Indicators................... 309
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