2010 Dodge Avenger Owner Manual - Page 322

STARTING AND OPERATING 321 WARNING! (Continued) 3. GAWR 4. Trailer tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized (This requirement may limit the ability to always achieve 10% of trailer tongue weight as a percentage of total trailer weight). • Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage before towing a trailer. Refer to "Tires - General Information" in "Starting and Operating" for information on tread wear indicators and for proper inspection procedure. • When replacing tires, refer to "Tires - General Information" in "Starting and Operating" for information on replacement tires and for proper tire replacement Towing Requirements - Tires procedures. Replacing tires with a higher load carry• Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact ing capacity will not increase the vehicle's GVWR and spare tire. GAWR limits. • Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to the safe Towing Requirements - Trailer Brakes and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Refer to "Tires - General Information" in "Starting and Oper- • Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the trailer. ating" for proper tire inflation procedures. This could cause inadequate braking and possible • Check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation prespersonal injury. sures before trailer usage. 5