2014 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN weight

Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)
The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain.
Engine/
Transmission GCWR (Gross
Combined Weight Rating) Frontal Area
Max. GTW (Gross
Trailer Weight) Max. Tongue
Weight
3.6L/Automatic 8,750 lbs (3 969 kg) 40 sq ft (3.72 sq m) Up to 2 persons &
Luggage 3,600 lbs(1 633 kg)* 360 lbs (163 kg)
8,750 lbs (3 969 kg) 40 sq ft (3.72 sq m) 3 to 5 persons & Luggage 3,350 lbs(1 519 kg)* 335 lbs (152 kg)
8,750 lbs (3 969 kg) 40 sq ft (3.72 sq m) 6 to 7 persons & Luggage 3,000 lbs(1 360 kg)* 300 lbs (136 kg)
* For vehicles equipped with Fold-in-Floor seating, the Gross Trailer Weight must be reduced by 100 lbs (45 kg). Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds.
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NOTE:The trailer tongue weight must be considered as
part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo, and
should never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire
and Loading Information placard. Refer to “Tire Safety
Information” in “Starting and Operating” for further
information.
Trailer And Tongue Weight
Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in
the front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of the
Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) on the tow hitch of your
vehicle. Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the
rear can cause the trailer to sway severelyside to side
which will cause loss of control of the vehicle and trailer.
Failure to load trailers heavier in front is the cause of
many trailer collisions.
Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on
your bumper or trailer hitch. Consider the following items when computing the
weight on the rear axle of the vehicle:
•
The tongue weight of the trailer.
• The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment
put in or on your vehicle.
• The weight of the driver and all passengers.
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NOTE:Remember that everything put into or on the
trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional
factory-installed options or dealer-installed options must
be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle.
Refer to the “Tire and Loading Information” placard for
the maximum combined weight of occupants and cargo
for your vehicle.
Towing Requirements
To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drive-
train components, the following guidelines are recom-
mended.
CAUTION!
• Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles
(805 km) the new vehicle is driven. The engine, axle
or other parts could be damaged.
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CAUTION! (Continued)
•Then, during the first 500 miles (805 km) that a
trailer is towed, do not drive over 50 mph (80 km/h)
and do not make starts at full throttle. This helps
the engine and other parts of the vehicle wear in at
the heavier loads.
Perform the maintenance listed in the “Maintenance
Schedule.” Refer to “Maintenance Schedule” for the
proper maintenance intervals. When towing a trailer,
never exceed the GAWR or GCWR ratings.
WARNING!
Improper towing can lead to a collision. Follow these
guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as
possible:
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WARNING!(Continued)
•Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer
and will not shift during travel. When trailering
cargo that is not fully secured, dynamic load shifts
can occur that may be difficult for the driver to
control. You could lose control of your vehicle and
have a collision.
• When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not
overload your vehicle or trailer. Overloading can
cause a loss of control, poor performance or dam-
age to brakes, axle, engine, transmission, steering,
suspension, chassis structure or tires.
• Safety chains must always be used between your
vehicle and trailer. Always connect the chains to
the hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. Cross the
chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough
slack for turning corners.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a
grade. When parking, apply the parking brake on
the tow vehicle. Put the tow vehicle transmission in
PARK. For four-wheel drive vehicles, make sure
the transfer case is not in NEUTRAL. Always,
block or chockthe trailer wheels.
• GCWR must not be exceeded.
• Total weight must be distributed between the tow
vehicle and the trailer such that the following four
ratings are not exceeded:
1. GVWR
2. GTW
3. GAWR
4. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch uti-
lized.
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Fuel.................................321
Speedometer ..........................321
Tachometer ............................314
Gear Ranges .............................466
Gear Select Lever Override ..................598
General Information .......................178
Glass Cleaning ...........................637
Gross Axle Weight Rating ...................541
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ..................540
GVWR.................................540
Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow
Standing Water .........................476
Hazard Warning Flasher ....................559
Headlights Bulb Replacement .......................650
Cleaning .............................637
Lights On Reminder .....................227 Passing
..............................231
Replacing .............................650
TimeDelay............................226
Washers ..............................225
Head Restraints ..........................194
Heated Mirrors ...........................136
Heater .................................434
Heater, Engine Block .......................462
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch ....231
Hill Start Assist ...........................491
Hitches TrailerTowing .........................546
HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener) ............260
Hood Release ............................222
Hook, Coat ..............................289
Ignition .................................15
Key..................................13
Ignition Key Removal .......................15
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Jacking...............................573
LifeofTires ...........................515
Load Capacity .........................501
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ............520
Pressure Warning Light ...................318
Quality Grading ........................673
Radial ...............................509
Replacement ...........................516
Rotation ..............................519
Safety ...............................495
Sizes ................................496
Snow Tires ............................510
Spare Tire .............................574
Spinning .............................514
TrailerTowing .........................551
Tread Wear Indicators ....................514
Tire Safety Information .....................495
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight ................548
Torque Converter Clutch ....................474 Towing ................................543
24-Hour Towing Assistance ................162
Disabled Vehicle ........................600
Guide ...............................547
Recreational ...........................555
Weight...............................547
Towing Assistance .........................162
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome ...........555
Traction ................................475
Traction Control ..........................484
Traction Control Switch .....................484
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ..................490
TrailerTowing ...........................543 Cooling System Tips .....................554
Hitches ..............................546
Minimum Requirements ..................549
Tips.................................554
Trailer and Tongue Weight .................548
Wiring ...............................552
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TrailerTowingGuide.......................547
TrailerWeight............................547
Transmission............................630
Automatic ............................462
Fluid ................................630
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .28
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®) ....260
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) .........21
Transporting Pets .........................116
Tread Wear Indicators ......................514
Trip Odometer ...........................315
Turn Signals .............................314
UCI Connector ...........................376
Uconnect® Advanced Phone Connectivity ..............165
Uconnect® 130 Operating Instructions Auxiliary Mode ........358
Operating Instructions CD Mode ............353Operating Instructions Radio Mode
..........350
PlayingMP3Files.......................355
Uconnect® 130 With Satellite Radio Multimedia Satellite Radio .................372
Operating Instructions Radio Mode ..........359
PlayingMP3Files.......................368
Uconnect® phone .........................160
Umbrella Holder ..........................285
Uniform Tire Quality Grades .................673
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector ....376
Universal Transmitter ......................260
Unleaded Gasoline ........................529
Upholstery Care ..........................636
VanityMirrors ...........................138
Variance, Compass ........................342
Vehicle Certification Label ...................540
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............6
Vehicle Loading ..........................502
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