Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and rear
axles. Distribute the load over the front and rear axles
evenly. Make sure that you do not exceed either front or
rear GAWR. Refer to “Vehicle Loading/Vehicle Certifica-
tion Label” in “Starting And Operating” for further
information.
WARNING!
It is important that you do not exceed the maximum
front or rear GAWR. A dangerous driving condition
can result if either rating is exceeded. You could lose
control of the vehicle and have a collision.
Tongue Weight (TW)
The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the
hitch ball by the trailer. The recommended tongue weightis 10% to 15% of the vehicle’s GTW for a conventional
hitch. You must consider this as part of the load on your
vehicle.
Frontal Area
The frontal area is the maximum height multiplied by the
maximum width of the front of a trailer.
Trailer Sway Control – If Equipped
The trailer sway control is a telescoping link that can be
installed between the hitch receiver and the trailer
tongue. It typically provides adjustable friction associ-
ated with the telescoping motion to dampen any un-
wanted trailer swaying motions while traveling.
Weight-Carrying Hitch
A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue
weight, just as if it were luggage located at a hitch ball or
some other connecting point of the vehicle. These kinds
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STARTING AND OPERATING 545
Front Seat....................... .49, 51, 54
Inspection ........................... .101
Operating Instructions ....................54
Pregnant Women ........................59
Pretensioners ...........................59
Rear Seat ..............................51
Reminder ............................ .316
Untwisting Procedure .....................56
Seats ................................. .152
Adjustment .......................... .153
Easy Entry ........................... .155
Fold And Tumble Rear ...................163
Heated .............................. .159
Height Adjustment ..................... .154
Rear Folding ......................... .165
Removal ............................ .165
Seatback Release ....................... .154
Tilting .............................. .154
Security Alarm ........................ .20, 322Security System
...........................20
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ..............660
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ....................16
Sentry Key Programming ....................18
Sentry Key Replacement .....................17
Service Assistance ........................ .673
Service Contract ......................... .675
Service Manuals ......................... .678
Settings, Personal ........................ .354
Setting The Clock ...................359, 368, 385
Shifting ............................... .442
Automatic Transmission ..................442
Manual Transmission ....................438
Transfer Case, Shifting Into Transfer Case
Neutral (N) .......................... .565
Transfer Case, Shifting Out Of Transfer Case
Neutral (N) .......................... .567
Shift Lever Override ...................... .587
Shoulder Belts ............................51
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