2011 DODGE CHALLENGER SRT towing

4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of
cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if “XXX”
amount equals 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there will be five
150 lb (68 kg) passengers in your vehicle, the amount of
available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs
(295 kg) (since 5 x 150 = 750, and 1400 – 750 = 650 lbs
[295 kg]).
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 calcu-
late total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities
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.
•For the following example, the combined weight of
occupants and cargo should never exceed 865 lbs
(392 kg).
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Loading
To load your vehicle properly, first figure out its empty
weight, axle-by-axle and side-by-side. Store heavier items
down low and be sure you distribute their weight as
evenly as possible. Stow all loose items securely before
driving. If weighing the loaded vehicle shows that you
have exceeded either GAWR, but the total load is within
the specified GVWR, you must redistribute the weight.
Improper weight distribution can have an adverse effect
on the way your vehicle steers and handles and the way
the brakes operate.
NOTE:Refer to the “Vehicle Certification Label” affixed
to the rear of the driver’s door for your vehicle’s GVWR
and GAWRs.
TRAILER TOWING
Trailer towing with this vehicle is not recommended.
RECREATIONAL TOWING
(BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle —
Automatic Transmission
Recreational towing (with all four wheels on the ground,
or using a tow dolly) is NOT ALLOWED. The only
acceptable method for towing this vehicle (behind an-
other vehicle) is on a vehicle trailer with all four wheels
OFF the ground.
CAUTION!
Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require-
ments can cause severe transmission damage. Dam-
age from improper towing is not covered under the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle —
Manual Transmission
Recreational towing (with all four wheels on the ground,
or using a tow dolly) isNOT ALLOWED. The only
acceptable method for towing this vehicle (behind an-
other vehicle) is on a vehicle trailer with all four wheels
OFF the ground.
CAUTION!
Exceeding these towing limits may cause severe
transmission damage. Such damage is not covered by
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
CONTENTS
Hazard Warning Flashers ................ 331
 If Your Engine Overheats ................ 331
 TIREFIT Kit ......................... 332
▫ TIREFIT Storage ..................... 333
▫ TIREFIT Kit Components And Operation . . . 333
▫ TIREFIT Usage Precautions ............. 335
▫ Sealing A Tire With TIREFIT ............ 337
 Jump-Starting Procedures ................ 342
▫ Preparations For Jump-Start ............. 343▫
Jump-Starting Procedure ............... 344
 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ................. 346
 Shift Lever Override ................... 347
▫ With Keyless Enter-N-Go — If Equipped . . . 348
 Towing A Disabled Vehicle ............... 348
▫ Without The Key FOB ................. 348
▫ Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
(Flat Towing With All Four Wheels On The
Ground) — Automatic Transmissions ...... 349
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▫Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
(Flat Towing With All Four Wheels On The
Ground) — Manual Transmissions ........ 350▫
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
With A Tow Dolly .................... 351
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3. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position.
4. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal.
5. Using a screwdriver or similar tool, press and hold the
override tab through the access port on the center con-
sole.6. Move the shift lever into the NEUTRAL position.
7. The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL.
8. Reinstall the shift lever override access cover.
With Keyless Enter-N-Go — If Equipped
If the engine is running, press the START/STOP button to
turn it off. Release the brake pedal and press the START/
STOP button once or twice to go to the ON/RUN
position. Do not start the engine. Then, follow the in-
structions shown above to activate the override.
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
Without The Key Fob
Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed
with the ignition in the OFF position. The only approved
method of towing without the ignition key is with a
flatbed truck. Proper towing equipment is necessary to
prevent damage to the vehicle.
Shift Lever Override Access Cover
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Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat
Towing With All Four Wheels On The Ground) —
Automatic Transmissions
Flat towing of vehicles equipped with an automatic
transmission is permitted within the following limita-
tions:
With The Key Fob
Your vehicle may be towed under the following condi-
tions:
•The shift lever must be in NEUTRAL
•The distance to be traveled must not exceed 15 mi
(24 km)
•The towing speed must not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h)
CAUTION!
•If the transmission is not operative or if the
vehicle is to be towed more than 15 mi (24 km) or
faster than 30 mph (48 km/h), then the only ap-
proved method of towing is with a flatbed truck.
Otherwise, damage to the transmission may result.
•Exceeding these towing limits may cause severe
transmission damage. Such damage is not covered
by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.)
while being towed, the ignition must be in the RUN
position, not the ACC position. Make certain the trans-
mission remains in NEUTRAL.
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CAUTION!
•Do not attempt to tow this vehicle from the front
with sling-type towing equipment. Damage to the
front fascia will result.
•Do not tow the vehicle from the rear. Damage to
the rear sheet metal and fascia will occur.
•Do not push or tow this vehicle with another
vehicle as damage to the bumper fascia and trans-
mission may result.
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle (Flat
Towing With All Four Wheels On The Ground) —
Manual Transmissions
Flat towing of vehicles equipped with a manual trans-
mission is permitted within the following limitations:
With The Key Fob
Your vehicle may be towed under the following condi-
tions:
•The shift lever must be in NEUTRAL
•The distance to be traveled must not exceed 15 mi
(24 km)
•The towing speed must not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h)
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