2005 Dodge Durango Owner's Manual - Page 275

STARTING AND OPERATING 275 Gross Combined Vehicle Weight Rating (GCWR) The Gross Combined Vehicle Weight Rating (GCWR) is the MAXIMUM allowable weight of the towing vehicle, including passengers and cargo, and the weight of the loaded trailer. Calculate the maximum trailer weight (MTW) by subtracting the towing vehicle's weight, including passengers, and cargo from GCWR. Trailer Towing-Hitches: With a Class IV Hitch, you can tow a trailer with a Gross Trailer Weight of up to 8, 900 lbs. (4037 kg.) depending on your vehicle equipment. The Trailer Tow Package includes the platform hitch receiver, and a 7 lead wiring harness mounted on the hitch. Tongue weight must be equal to at least 10% of GTW, but no more that 15% of GTW. NOTE: When towing a trailer, the following requirements must be adhered to: • GCWR must not be exceeded • Total weight must be distributed between the tow vehicle and the trailer such that the following four (4) ratings are not exceeded: 1. GVWR 2. GTW 3. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized (This requirement may limit the ability to always achieve the 10% to 15% range of tongue weight as a percentage of total trailer weight.) 4. GAWR ratings Trailer Towing Information (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) Trailer Towing Guide NOTE: For trailer towing information (maximum trailer weight ratings) refer to the following website address: http:// www.dodge.com/towing. 5