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Gross Trailer Weight (GTW)
The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all
cargo, consumables, and equipment (permanent or tempo-
rary) loaded in or on the trailer in itsloaded and ready for
operation condition.
The recommended way to measure GTW is to put your
fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale. The entire weight of
the trailer must be supported by the scale.
Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR)
The GCWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle
and trailer when weighed in combination.
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 infor-
mation.
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. You must consider this as part of
the load on your vehicle.
Trailer Frontal Area
The frontal area is the maximum height multiplied by the
maximum width of the front of a trailer.
Trailer Sway Control — Electronic
Refer to “Safety Features/Trailer Sway Control (TSC)” in
“Safety” for further information.
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Tire Sizing Chart
EXAMPLE:
Example Size Designation: P215/65R15XL 95H, 215/65R15 96H, LT235/85R16C, T145/80D18 103M, 31x10.5 R15 LT
P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards, or
....blank.... = Passenger car tire based on European design standards, or
LT = Light truck tire based on U.S. design standards, or
TorS= Temporary spare tire or
31 = Overall diameter in inches (in)
215, 235, 145 = Section width in millimeters (mm)
65, 85, 80 = Aspect ratio in percent (%)
–Ratio of section height to section width of tire, or
10.5 = Section width in inches (in)
R = Construction code
–R means radial construction, or
–D means diagonal or bias construction
15, 16, 18 = Rim diameter in inches (in)
Service Description:
95 = Load Index
–A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry
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Replacement Keys...........................28
Replacement Tires ......................... .356
Reporting Safety Defects .....................499
Restraints, Child .......................... .201
Restraints, Head ............................52
Retractable Cargo Area Cover ..................111
Reverse Lights ............................ .282
Rocking Vehicle When Stuck ...................305
Roof Luggage Rack ........................ .131
Rotation, Tires ............................ .363
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ...................223
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle .................226
Safety Defects, Reporting .....................499
Safety, Exhaust Gas ........................ .223
Safety Information, Tire ..................... .341
Safety Tips .............................. .222
Seat Belt Reminder ........................ .146
Seat Belts ............................ .176, 223
Adjustable Shoulder Belt ...................181
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage .........181
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage ......181
Child Restraints ........................ .201
Extender .............................. .182
Front Seat ...................... .176, 177, 179Inspection
............................. .223
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation ................179
Lap/Shoulder Belts ...................... .177
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ...............181
Operating Instructions .....................179
Pregnant Women ........................ .183
Pretensioners .......................... .183
Rear Seat ............................. .177
Reminder ............................. .176
Seat Belt Extender ....................... .182
Seat Belt Pretensioner .................... .183
Untwisting
Procedure .....................181
Seat Belts Maintenance ...................... .368
Seats ................................. .39, 49
Adjustment ....................... .39, 42, 49
Heated .................................50
Height Adjustment ..................... .41, 48
Power .................................48
Rear Folding ....................... .39, 42, 47
Reclining ...............................41
Reclining Rear ...........................43
Seatback Release .....................39, 42, 47
Tilting .............................. .39, 48
Security Alarm ......................... .29, 147
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............382
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