Chrysler 2005 Sebring Convertible Automobile User Manual


 
VEHICLE LOADING
Vehicle Loading Capacities
Front Seat Occupants .......................2
Rear Seat Occupants ........................2
Luggage ......................115lbs. (52 kg)
Rated Vehicle Capacity............715lbs. (324 kg)
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 re-
view 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 ve-
hicles used for trailer towing.
Perform maintenance services as prescribed in the main-
tenance schedules manual. When your vehicle is used for
trailer towing, never exceed the gross axle weight rating
(GAWR) by the addition of:
The tongue weight of the trailer.
The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment
put in or on your vehicle.
Remember that everything put in or on the trailer adds
to the load on your vehicle.
Towing Requirements
The maximum trailer load is 1,000 lbs (450 kg).
The maximum frontal area of the trailer cannot exceed
20 square feet (1.86 square meters).
If using a manual transaxle vehicle for trailer towing,
all starts must be in FIRST gear to avoid excessive
clutch slippage.
The trailer tongue load must be considered as part of
the combined weight of occupants and cargo, and
should never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire
and Loading Information placard. Refer to the Tire
Safety Information Section in this manual.
The Drange can be selected when towing. However,
if frequent shifting occurs while in this range, the 3
range must be selected.
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