Dodge 2013 Journey - Owner Manual - Manual (Page 490)

NOTE:
• The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the
combined weight of occupants and cargo, and should
never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire and Load-
ing Information placard. Refer to “Tire Safety Information”
in “Starting and Operating” for further information.
• *For All Wheel Drive (AWD) models carrying 5 to 7 persons
and luggage will exceed the rear Gross Axle Weight Rating
(GAWR) and therefore should not be attempted
Trailer And Tongue Weight
Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in the
front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of the Gross
Trailer Weight (GTW) on the tow hitch of your vehicle.
Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the rear can
cause the trailer to sway severely side to side which will cause
loss of control of the vehicle and trailer. Failure to load trailers
heavier in front is the cause of many trailer collisions.
Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on
your bumper or trailer hitch.
Consider the following items when computing the
weight on the rear axle of the vehicle:
• The tongue weight of the trailer.
• The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment
put in or on your vehicle.
• The weight of the driver and all passengers.
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