2012 Chrysler Town & Country Owner Manual - Page 513

STARTING AND OPERATING 511 NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional factory-installed options, or authorized dealer-installed options, must be considered as part of the total load on your vehicle. Refer to the "Tire Safety Information/Tire and Loading Information Placard" in "Starting and Operating" for the maximum combined weight of occupants and cargo for your vehicle. CAUTION! (Continued) • 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. Perform the maintenance listed in the "Maintenance Towing Requirements Schedule." Refer to "Maintenance Schedule" for further To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drive- information. When towing a trailer, never exceed the train components, the following guidelines are recom- GAWR or GCWR ratings. mended: 5 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. (Continued) WARNING! Improper towing can lead to a injury collision. Follow these guidelines to make your trailer towing as safe as possible: (Continued)