2022 DODGE CHALLENGER towing capacity

114STARTING AND OPERATING
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.
OVERLOADING
The load carrying components (axle, springs, tires,
wheels, etc.) of your vehicle will provide
satisfactory service as long as you do not exceed
the GVWR and the front and rear GAWR.
The best way to figure out the total weight of your
vehicle is to weigh it when it is fully loaded and
ready for operation. Weigh it on a commercial scale
to ensure that it is not over the GVWR.
Figure out the weight on the front and rear of the
vehicle separately. It is important that you
distribute the load evenly over the front and rear
axles. Overloading can cause potential safety hazards
and shorten useful service life. Heavier axles or
suspension components do not necessarily
increase the vehicle's GVWR.
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 Ú
page 113.
TRAILER TOWING
In this section, you will find safety tips and
information on limits to the type of towing you can
reasonably do with your vehicle. Before towing a
trailer, carefully review this information to tow your
load as efficiently and safely as possible. To maintain warranty coverage, follow the
requirements and recommendations in this
manual concerning vehicles used for trailer towing.
Manual Transmission — If Equipped
Trailer towing with this vehicle is not
recommended.
COMMON TOWING DEFINITIONS
The following trailer towing related definitions will
assist you in understanding the following
information:
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your
vehicle. This includes driver, passengers, cargo
and tongue weight. The total load must be limited
so that you do not exceed the GVWR Ú
page 113.
Gross Trailer Weight (GTW)
The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight
of all cargo, consumables, and equipment
(permanent or temporary) loaded in or on the
trailer in its "loaded 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.
WARNING!
Because the front wheels steer the vehicle, 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.

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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 Ú page 113.
Tongue Weight (TW)
The TW 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 (TSC)
The TSC can be a mechanical telescoping link that
can be installed between the hitch receiver and the
trailer tongue that typically provides adjustable
friction associated with the telescoping motion to
dampen any unwanted trailer swaying motions
while traveling.
If equipped, the electronic TSC recognizes a
swaying trailer and automatically applies individual
wheel brakes and/or reduces engine power to
attempt to eliminate the trailer sway.
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 of hitches are commonly used to tow
small and medium sized trailers.
Weight-Distributing Hitch
A weight-distributing system works by applying
leverage through spring (load) bars. They are
typically used for heavier loads to distribute trailer
tongue weight to the tow vehicle's front axle and
the trailer axle(s). When used in accordance with
the manufacturer's directions, it provides for a
more level ride, offering more consistent steering
and brake control thereby enhancing towing
safety. The addition of a friction/hydraulic sway
control also dampens sway caused by traffic and
crosswinds and contributes positively to tow vehicle and trailer stability. Trailer sway control and
a weight distributing (load equalizing) hitch are
recommended for heavier Tongue Weights (TW)
and may be required depending on vehicle and
trailer configuration/loading to comply with Gross
Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) requirements.
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.
WARNING!
An improperly adjusted Weight Distributing
Hitch system may reduce handling, stability,
braking performance, and could result in a
collision.
Weight Distributing Systems may not be
compatible with Surge Brake Couplers.
Consult with your hitch and trailer manufac-
turer or a reputable Recreational Vehicle
dealer for additional information.
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Perform the maintenance listed in the “Scheduled
Servicing” Ú page 254. When towing a trailer,
never exceed the GAWR or GCWR ratings.
Towing Requirements — Tires
Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a
compact spare tire.
Do not drive more than 50 mph (80 km/h) when
towing while using a full size spare tire.
Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to
the safe and satisfactory operation of your
vehicle. For proper tire inflation procedures.
Check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation
pressures before trailer usage.
Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire
damage before towing a trailer.
Replacing tires with a higher load carrying
capacity will not increase the vehicle's GVWR
and GAWR limits.
For further information Ú page 290.
Towing Requirements — Trailer Brakes
Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system
or vacuum system of your vehicle with that of
the trailer. This could cause inadequate braking
and possible personal injury.
An electronically actuated trailer brake
controller is required when towing a trailer with
electronically actuated brakes. When towing a
trailer equipped with a hydraulic surge actuated
brake system, an electronic brake controller is
not required.
Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers
over 1,000 lb (453 kg) and required for trailers
in excess of 2,000 lb (907 kg).
Total weight must be distributed between the
tow vehicle and the trailer such that the
following four ratings are not exceeded :
Max loading as defined on the “Tire and
Loading Information” placard.
GTW
GAWR
Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch
utilized.
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.
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.
WARNING!
WARNING!
Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle's
hydraulic brake lines. It can overload your
brake system and cause it to fail. You might
not have brakes when you need them and
could have an accident.
Towing any trailer will increase your stopping
distance. When towing, you should allow for
additional space between your vehicle and the
vehicle in front of you. Failure to do so could
result in an accident.
CAUTION!
If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lb (453 kg)
loaded, it should have its own brakes and they
should be of adequate capacity. Failure to do
this could lead to accelerated brake lining wear,
higher brake pedal effort, and longer stopping
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Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
NOTE:The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on
the driver’s side B-pillar or the rear edge of the
driver's side door.
Check the inflation pressure of each tire, including
the spare tire (if equipped), at least monthly and
inflate to the recommended pressure for your
vehicle.

Example Tire Placard Location (Door) Example Tire Placard Location (B-pillar)

Tire And Loading Information Placard

Tire And Loading Information Placard
This placard tells you important information
about the:

1. Number of people that can be carried in the
vehicle.

2. Total weight your vehicle can carry.
3. Tire size designed for your vehicle.
4. Cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and spare tires.
Loading
The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not
exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your
vehicle. You will not exceed the tire's load carrying
capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions,
tire size, and cold tire inflation pressures specified
on the Tire and Loading Information placard
Úpage 113.
NOTE:Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, Gross
Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for the front and rear
axles must not be exceeded.
For further information on GAWR, vehicle loading,
and trailer towing Ú page 113.

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To determine the maximum loading conditions of
your vehicle, locate the statement “The combined
weight of occupants and cargo should never
exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs” on the Tire and Loading
Information placard. The combined weight of
occupants, cargo/luggage and trailer tongue
weight (if applicable) should never exceed the
weight referenced here.
Steps For Determining Correct Load
Limit—
(1) Locate the statement “The combined
weight of occupants and cargo should
never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your
vehicle's placard.
(2) Determine the combined weight of
the driver and passengers that will be
riding in your vehicle.
(3) Subtract the combined weight of the
driver and passengers from XXX kg or
XXX lbs. (4) The resulting figure equals the
available amount of cargo and luggage
load capacity. For example, if “XXX”
amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will
be five 150 lb passengers in your
vehicle, the amount of available cargo
and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs.
(1400-750 (5x150) = 650 lbs.)
(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.
Metric Example For Load Limit
For example, if “XXX” amount equals 635 kg and
there will be five 68 kg passengers in your vehicle,
the amount of available cargo and luggage load
capacity is 295 kg (635-340 (5x68) = 295 kg) as
shown in step 4.
NOTE:
If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from
your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle.
The following table shows examples on how to
calculate total load, cargo/luggage, and towing
capacities of your vehicle with varying seating
configurations and number and size of occu
-
pants. 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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......................................................... 233Hazard Warning......................................... 233Turn Signals................................ 47, 79, 232Flash-To-Pass.................................................. 46Flooded Engine Starting.................................. 85Fluid Capacities............................................. 315Fluid Leaks.................................................... 232Fluid Level Checks Brake........................................................ 274Cooling System.......................................... 271Engine Oil.................................................. 261Transfer Case............................................ 276Fluid, Brake................................................... 318Fog Lights........................................................ 47Fold-Flat Seats.......................................... 32, 33Forward Collision Warning............................. 194Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................................. 250Fuel............................................................... 312Additives................................................... 313Clean Air.................................................... 313Ethanol...................................................... 313Filler Cap (Gas Cap)................................... 112Gasoline.................................................... 312Materials Added........................................ 313Methanol................................................... 313Octane Rating................................. 312, 316Requirements........................................... 312Specifications............................................ 316Tank Capacity............................................ 315
Fueling.......................................................... 112Fuses............................................................ 277
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Garage Door Opener (HomeLink)..................... 40Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap).............................. 112Gasoline, Clean Air........................................ 313Gasoline, Reformulated................................ 313Gear Ranges.................................................... 92Glass Cleaning.............................................. 310Gross Axle Weight Rating..................... 114, 115Gross Vehicle Weight Rating................ 113, 114GVWR............................................................ 113
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HazardDriving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing Water
.................. 121Hazard Warning Flashers.............................. 233Head Restraints........................................ 37, 38Head Rests............................................... 37, 38HeadlightsAutomatic.................................................... 46Cleaning................................................... 308High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch.......... 45Lights On Reminder..................................... 47On With Wipers............................................ 46Passing........................................................ 46Switch.......................................................... 44
Time Delay...................................................47Washers.................................................... 261Heated Mirrors.................................................40Heated Seats...................................................35Heater..............................................................51Heater, Engine Block........................................86High Beam/Low Beam Select
(Dimmer) Switch..............................................45Hill Start Assist.............................................. 189HitchesTrailer Towing........................................... 116HomeLink (Garage Door Opener).....................40Hood Prop........................................................62Hood Release...................................................62
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Ignition.............................................................17Switch..........................................................17Illuminated Entry..............................................49Information Center, Vehicle.............................66Inside Rearview Mirror........................... 39, 233Instrument ClusterDescriptions..........................................64, 79Display.................................................. 65, 68Instrument Cluster DisplayAudio...........................................................71Driver Assist.................................................70Fuel Economy.......................................70, 71

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Tire And Loading Information Placard
........... 294Tire Markings................................................. 290Tire Safety Information.................................. 290Tire Service Kit........................... 241, 242, 244Tires..........................231, 297, 301, 302, 306Aging (Life Of Tires)................................... 300Air Pressure............................................... 297Chains....................................................... 304Changing......................................... 237, 238Compact Spare......................................... 302General Information............... 297, 301, 302High Speed................................................ 298Inflation Pressure...................................... 298Jacking............................................ 237, 238Life Of Tires............................................... 300Load Capacity............................................ 294Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)........................................... 78, 196Quality Grading.......................................... 306Radial........................................................ 298Replacement............................................. 300Rotation.................................................... 306Safety.............................................. 290, 297Sizes.......................................................... 291Snow Tires................................................. 301Spare Tires.................... 237, 301, 302, 303Spinning.................................................... 299Trailer Towing............................................ 118Tread Wear Indicators............................... 299Wheel Nut Torque..................................... 311
To Open Hood.................................................. 62Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight...................... 117Towing.......................................................... 114Disabled Vehicle....................................... 252Guide........................................................ 116Recreational............................................. 120Weight...................................................... 116Towing Behind A Motorhome........................ 120Traction......................................................... 120Traction Control............................................ 190Trailer Towing............................................... 114Hitches..................................................... 116Minimum Requirements........................... 117Tips........................................................... 119Trailer And Tongue Weight........................ 117Wiring....................................................... 119Trailer Towing Guide..................................... 116Trailer Weight................................................ 116Transfer CaseFluid................................................ 276, 318Maintenance............................................ 276Transmission................................................... 91Automatic....................................90, 91, 275Fluid......................................................... 318Maintenance............................................ 275Manual........................................................ 88Shifting........................................................ 90Transporting Pets.......................................... 230Tread Wear Indicators.................................. 299Trunk Lid (Deck Lid)......................................... 62
Trunk Release Remote Control........................62Turn Signals..............................................47, 79
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UconnectPhone Call Features
................................. 162Things You Should Know About Your Uconnect Phone........................... 165Uconnect Settings.......................................20Uconnect Phone................................... 158, 160Answer Or Ignore An Incoming Call — Call Currently In Progress........... 163Answer Or Ignore An Incoming Call —No Call Currently In Progress................ 163Bluetooth Communication Link................ 167Call Continuation...................................... 164Call Controls............................................. 162Call Termination....................................... 164Cancel Command..................................... 158Connecting To A Particular MobilePhone Or Audio Device After Pairing..... 161Help Command......................................... 158Join Calls.................................................. 164Making A Phone Or Audio Device A Favorite............................................. 161Making A Second Call While CurrentCall Is In Progress................................. 164Managing Your Favorites.......................... 162Natural Speech......................................... 158Operation.................................................. 157
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