Dodge 2008 Sprinter - Manual (Page 306)

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Operation
Driving tips
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Electrical connections*
The Sprinter Vehicle is available with a
variety of pre-installed conditions (lines
and turn signal indicator and brake mod-
ule installed and/or not installed). Make
sure that the correct trailer hitch receiv-
er kit is used. For further information,
please see your authorized Sprinter
Dealer.
In order to prevent possible damage to
the vehicle’s electrical system by incor-
rectly installing the trailer wiring plug,
we recommend having the harness con-
nected at an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
The total allowable weight of the vehicle.
All occupants, all cargo, and the trailer
tongue load must never exceed the
GVWR.
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
The total allowable weight that can be
carried by a single axle (front (FA) or rear
(RA)).
GCWR (Gross Combination Weight
Rating)
The total allowable weight of vehicle and
trailer when weighed in combination in-
cluding a 150 lbs (68 kg) allowance for
the presence of a driver.
GTW (Gross Trailer Weight)
The maximum permissible trailer weight
to be towed.
TWR (Trailer Tongue Weight Rating)
The maximum permissible weight of the
trailer tongue (limit for Sprinter Vehicle
approved hitch receiver).
Vehicle and trailer weights and
ratings
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