Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum
Trailer Weight Ratings)
The following chart provides the maximum
trailer weight ratings towable for your given
drivetrain.
Engine/Transmission Frontal Area Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) Max. Tongue Wt. (See Note 1)
2.0L Auto/Man 22 sq ft (2.04 sq m) 2,645 lbs (1,199 kg) 132 lbs (59 kg)
2.4L Auto/Man 22 sq ft (2.04 sq m) 3,307 lbs (1,500 kg) 165 lbs (74 kg)
When towing a trailer the technically permissible laden weight may be exceeded by not more than 10% or 220 lbs (99 kg), whichever is lower pro-
vided that the operating speed is restricted to 62 mph (100 km/h) or less.
Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds
Note 1 – The trailer tongue weight must be
considered as part of the combined weight of
occupants and cargo, and should never exceed
the weight referenced on the Tire and Loading
Information placard.
Trailer And Tongue Weight
Never exceed the maximum tongue weight
stamped on your bumper or trailer hitch.
Consider the following items when computing
the weight on the rear axle of the vehicle:
• The tongue weight of the trailer.
• The weight of any other type of cargo or
equipment put in or on your vehicle.
• The weight of the driver and all passengers.
NOTE:
Remember that everything put into or on the
trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also,
additional factory-installed options or
dealer-installed options must be considered
as part of the total load on your vehicle.
Refer to the “Tire And Loading Information”
placard for the maximum combined weight
of occupants and cargo for your vehicle.
Towing Requirements
To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle
drivetrain components, the following guidelines
are recommended:
WARNING!
I
mproper towing can lead to a collision. Follow
these guidelines to make your trailer towing as
safe as possible:
• Make certain that the load is secured in the
trailer and that it will not shift during travel.
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