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STARTING AND OPERATING
Perform maintenance services as prescribed in the main-
tenance sched ules manu al. When you r vehicle is used for
trailer tow ing, never exceed the gross axle weight rating
(GAWR) by the addition of:
• allIf ustartssing a mmuanust beal transaxlein FIRSTvehiclegear toforavoidtrailerexcessivetow ing,
clutch slippage.
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The trailer tongu e load must be consid ered as part of
the combined weight of occupants and cargo, and
shou ld never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire
and Load ing Inform ation placard . Refer to the Tire–
Safety Inform ation Section in this manu al.
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The tongu e weight of the trailer.
The weight of any other typ e of cargo or equ ipment
put in or on you r vehicle.
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Remember that everything put in or on the trailer adds
to the load on you r vehicle.
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The “D” range can be selected when tow ing. However,
if frequ ent shifting occurs while in this range, the “3”
range must be selected .
Warranty Requirements
The Manu factu rer’s Passenger Vehicle Warranty will
apply to vehicles used to tow trailers for non-com mercial
use. However the follow ing cond itions must be met:
NOTE: Using the “3” range while operating the vehicle
und er heavy operating cond itions will improve perfor-
mance and extend transaxle life by red ucing excessive
shifting and heat build up.
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The maxim um frontal area of the trailer cannot exceed
20 squ are feet (1.86 squ are meters).
| Categories | Chrysler Manuals, Chrysler PT Cruiser Manuals |
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| Model Year | 2004 |
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