2008 Chrysler Pacifica Owner Manual - Page 334
2008 Chrysler Pacifica Manual
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334 STARTING AND OPERATING Front Axle 2538 lbs (1151 kg) Load (Including driver, 223 lbs passengers and cargo) (101 kg) Total 2762 lbs (1253 kg) GAWR 2826 lbs (1282 kg) Example Only Empty Weight Rear Axle 2076 lbs (942 kg ) 890 lbs (404 kg) 2968 lbs (1346 kg) 3035 lbs (1377 kg) Common Towing Definitions The following trailer towing related definitions will assist you in understanding the following information: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. This includes driver, passengers, cargo and tongue weight. The total load must be limited so that you do not exceed the GVWR. Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) The gross trailer weight (GTW) is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all cargo, consumables and equipment (permanent or temporary) loaded in or on the trailer in its Љloaded and ready for operationЉ condition. The recommended way to measure GTW is to put your fully loaded trailer on a vehicle scale. The entire weight of the trailer must be supported by the scale. TRAILER TOWING In this section you will find safety tips and information on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle. Before towing a trailer carefully review this information to tow your load as efficiently and safely as possible. To maintain warranty coverage, follow the requirements and recommendations in this manual concerning vehicles used for trailer towing.