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TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT
RATINGS)
Engine/
Transmission Frontal Area Max. GTW
(Gross Trailer Wt.) Max. Tongue Wt.
(See Note)
3.6L Automatic 22 sq ft (2.04 sq m) 1,000 lbs (454 kg) 100 lbs (45 kg)
5.7L Automatic 32 sq ft (2.97 sq m) 1,000 lbs (454 kg) 100 lbs (45 kg)
Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)
Two-Wheel Drive and All-Wheel Drive
• 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 another vehicle) is
on a vehicle trailer with all four wheels OFFthe ground.
CAUTION!
Towing this vehicle in violation of the above requirements can cause severe transmis-
sion and/or transfer case damage. Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
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Engine
• When selected, this screen displays miles per hour (mph), horsepower (hp), torque (ft/lb),oil pressure (psi) and gear selector values.
Handling
• When selected, this screen displays peak g-force, instantaneous g-force, steering andyaw angles.
Options
• When selected, this screen allows you to choose a standard or custom display for yourSRT home page.
WARNING!
Measurement of vehicle statistics with the Performance Features is intended for off-
highway or off-road use only and should not be done on any public roadways. It is
recommended that these features be used in a controlled environment and within the
limits of the law. The capabilities of the vehicle as measured by the performance pages
must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner, which can jeopardize the
user’s safety or the safety of others. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent
accidents.
SUMMER/THREE-SEASON TIRES
• This vehicle may be equipped with wheels and tires to enhance traction in both wet anddry conditions.
• Summer tires are not intended to be driven in snow or on ice.
• Use summer tires only in sets of four.
NOTE:
Summer tires will not contain the all season designation or mountain/snowflake symbol on
the sidewall of the tire.
WARNING!
Do not use summer tires in snow/ice conditions. You could lose control, resulting in
severe injury or death.
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TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLEModelFlat Towing (all four
wheels on the ground) Flatbed Towing (all four
wheels suspended OFF the
ground)Front Wheels Raised, Rear
Wheels on the Ground
Rear Wheels Raised, Front
Wheels on the Ground
RWDWithoutaKey NOT Permitted Recommended Method NOT Permitted NOT Permitted
RWDWithaKey Shift lever must be in
NEUTRAL. The distance
to be traveled must not
exceed 15 mi (24 km), and
the towing speed must not
exceed 30 mph (48 km/h).
Recommended Method May Be Used NOT Permitted
AWDWithoutaKey NOT Permitted Recommended Method NOT Permitted NOT Permitted
AWDWithaKey Shift lever must be in
NEUTRAL and the drive-
shaft must be removed.
Recommended Method NOT Permitted NOT Permitted
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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