2006 Chrysler Town & Country Owner's Manual - Page 359

STARTING AND OPERATING 359 Engine/Transmission GCWR (Gross Combined Wt. Rating) 3.3L & 3.8L Auto8,600 lbs (3900 kg) matic with trailer tow package 8,600 lbs (3900 kg) Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Wt.) 40 SQ. FT. (3.72 Up to 2 persons & square meters) Luggage 3,800 lbs (1723 kg)* 40 SQ. FT. (3.72 3 to 5 persons & square meters) Luggage 3,350 lbs (1519 kg)* 8,600 lbs (3900 kg) 40 SQ. FT. (3.72 6 to 7 persons & square meters) Luggage 3,000 lbs (1360 kg)* * For vehicles equipped with Fold-in-Floor seating, the Gross Trailer Weight must be reduced Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds. Frontal Area Max. Tongue Wt. 380 lbs (172 kg) 335 lbs (152 kg) 300 lbs (136 kg) 5 by 100 lbs (45 kg). NOTE: 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. Refer to the Tire- Safety Information Section in this manual. Trailer and Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of the Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) on the tow hitch of your vehicle. Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the rear can cause the trailer to sway severely side to side