Dodge Dakota 2006 - TRAILER TOWING

Trailer Hitch Classification
The rear bumper is intended to tow trailers up to 2,000
lbs (907 kg) without added equipment or alterations to
the standard equipment. Your vehicle may be factory
equipped for safe towing oftrailers weighing over 2,000
lbs (907 kg)with the optionalTrailer Tow Prep Package.
See your dealer for package content.
The following chart provides the industry standard for
themaximum trailerweighta given trailerhitch classcan
tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the
correcttrailer hitch for your intended towing condition.
Refer to “Trailer Towing W eights (Maximum Trailer
W eight Ratings)” for the website address that contains
the necessary information for your specific drivetrain.
Trailer Hitch Classification
Class Max.GTW
(Gross Trailer Wt.)
Class I-LightDuty 2,000 lbs (907 kg)
Class II-Medium
Duty
3,500 lbs (1587 kg)
Class III-Heavy Duty 5,000 lbs (2268 kg)
Class IV -Extra
Heavy Duty
10,000 lbs (4540 kg)
Fifth Wheel/
Gooseneck
Greater than 10,000 lbs
(4540 kg)
Alltrailer hitches should be professionally install
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your vehicle.
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