2010 Chrysler Town & Country Owner Manual - Page 392

STARTING AND OPERATING 391 Rim Size Overloading This is the rim size that is appropriate for the tire size The load carrying components (axle, springs, tires, listed. wheels, etc.) of your vehicle will provide satisfactory service as long as you do not exceed the GVWR and front Inflation Pressure and rear GAWR. This is the cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle, for all loading conditions up to full GAWR. The best way to figure out the total weight of your vehicle is to weigh it when it is fully loaded and ready for Curb Weight operation. Weigh it on a commercial scale to ensure that The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total weight it is not over the GVWR. of the vehicle with all fluids, including vehicle fuel, at full capacity conditions, and with no occupants or cargo Figure out the weight on the front and rear of the vehicle loaded into the vehicle. The front and rear curb weight separately. It is important that you distribute the load values are determined by weighing your vehicle on a evenly over the front and rear axles. commercial scale before any occupants or cargo are Overloading can cause potential safety hazards and added. shorten useful service life. Heavier axles or suspension components do not necessarily increase the vehicle's GVWR. 5