2010 Dodge Charger Owner Manual - Page 338
2010 Dodge Charger Manual
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STARTING AND OPERATING 337 Frontal Area Weight-Distributing Hitch The frontal area is the maximum height multiplied by the A weight-distributing system works by applying levermaximum width of the front of a trailer. age through spring (load) bars. They are typically used for heavier loads to distribute trailer tongue weight to the Trailer Sway Control tow vehicle's front axle and the trailer axle(s). When used The trailer sway control is a telescoping link that can be in accordance with the manufacturer's directions, it proinstalled between the hitch receiver and the trailer tongue vides for a more level ride, offering more consistent that typically provides adjustable friction associated with steering and brake control thereby enhancing towing the telescoping motion to dampen any unwanted trailer safety. The addition of a friction / hydraulic sway control swaying motions while traveling. also dampens sway caused by traffic and crosswinds and Weight-Carrying Hitch contributes positively to tow vehicle and trailer stability. A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue Trailer sway control and a weight distributing (load weight, just as if it were luggage located at a hitch ball or equalizing) hitch are recommended for heavier Tongue some other connecting point of the vehicle. These kinds Weights (TW) and may be required depending on vehicle of hitches are the most popular on the market today and and trailer configuration / loading to comply with Gross they are commonly used to tow small- and medium- Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) requirements. sized trailers. 5