2009 DODGE CHARGER load capacity

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.
Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes

Do
not interconnect 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).
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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 — Trailer Lights and Wiring
Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size,
stoplights and turn signals on the trailer are required for
motoring safety.
The Trailer Tow Package may include a 4- and 7-pin
wiring harness. Use a factory approved trailer harness
and connector.
NOTE:Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles
wiring harness.
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Tachometer............................ 172
Telescoping Steering Column ............... 139
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ........ 256
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant .......173,357
Tether Anchor, Child Restraint ............... 71
Theft Alarm (Security Alarm) ................ 18
Theft System (Security Alarm) ............... 18
Tilt Steering Column ..................... 139
Time Delay, Headlight .................... 132
Tire and Loading Information Placard ......... 306
Tire Identification Number (TIN) ............. 305
Tire Markings .......................... 301
Tire Safety Information .................... 301
Tires ............................ 80,310,457
Aging (Life of Tires) .................... 316
Air Pressure .......................... 310
Chains .............................. 319
Changing ......................... 357,360
Compact Spare ........................ 313 Flat Changing
........................ 357
General Information .................... 310
High Speed .......................... 312
Inflation Pressures ..................... 311
Jacking ............................. 360
Life of Tires .......................... 316
Load Capacity ........................ 306
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ........... 322
Pressure Warning Light .................. 180
Quality Grading ....................... 457
Radial .............................. 313
Replacement ......................... 317
Rotation ............................ 321
Safety ........................... 301,310
Self-Sealing .......................... 318
Sizes ............................... 303
Snow Tires ........................... 320
Spare Tire ........................... 358
Spinning ............................ 315
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