2009 Dodge Challenger Owner's Manual - Page 327

STARTING AND OPERATING 325 Loading To load your vehicle properly, first figure out its empty weight, axle-by-axle and side-by-side. Store heavier items down low and be sure you distribute their weight as evenly as possible. Stow all loose items securely before driving. If weighing the loaded vehicle shows that you have exceeded either GAWR, but the total load is within the specified GVWR, you must redistribute the weight. Improper weight distribution can have an adverse effect on the way your vehicle steers and handles and the way the brakes operate. 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. Common Towing Definitions The following trailer towing related definitions will assist you in understanding the following information: 5 NOTE: Refer to the "Vehicle Certification Label" affixed to the rear of the driver's door for your vehicle's GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle. and GAWRs. This includes driver, passengers, cargo, and tongue TRAILER TOWING weight. The total load must be limited so that you do not exceed the GVWR. Manual Transmission - If Equipped Trailer towing with this vehicle is not recommended.