Dodge 2007 Caravan User Manual
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Engine/Transmission GCWR (Gross Com-
bined Wt. Rating)
Frontal Area
Max. GTW (Gross
Trailer Wt.)
Max. Tongue Wt.
3.3L & 3.8L Auto-
matic with trailer
tow package
8,600 lbs (3900 kg)
40 SQ. FT. (3.72
square meters)
Up to 2 persons &
Luggage 3,800 lbs
(1723 kg)*
380 lbs (172 kg)
8,600 lbs (3900 kg)
40 SQ. FT. (3.72
square meters)
3 to 5 persons &
Luggage 3,350 lbs
(1519 kg)*
335 lbs (152 kg)
8,600 lbs (3900 kg)
40 SQ. FT. (3.72
square meters)
6 to 7 persons &
Luggage 3,000 lbs
(1360 kg)*
300 lbs (136 kg)
* For vehicles equipped with Fold-in-Floor seating, the Gross Trailer Weight must be reduced by 100 lbs (45 kg).
Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds.
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 Loading Information placard. Refer to the Tire–
Safety Information Section in this manual.
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
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