Towing Tips; Recreational Towing; Motorhome) - Dodge CHALLENGER 2021 Owner's Manual

Seven-Pin Connector
1 — Battery
2 — Backup Lamps
3 — Right Stop/Turn
4 — Electric Brakes
5 — Ground
6 — Left Stop/Turn
7 — Running Lamps
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OWING IPS
Before towing, practice turning, stopping, and
backing up the trailer in an area located away
from heavy traffic.
Automatic Transmission — If Equipped
Select the DRIVE range when towing. The
transmission controls include a drive strategy to
avoid frequent shifting when towing. However, if
frequent shifting does occur while in DRIVE, you
can use the AutoStick shift control to manually
select a lower gear.
NOTE:
Using a lower gear while operating the vehicle
under heavy loading conditions will improve
performance and extend transmission life by
reducing excessive shifting and heat build-up.
This action will also provide better engine
braking.
Cruise Control — If Equipped
Do not use on hilly terrain or with heavy

loads.
When using the Cruise Control, if you experi-

ence speed drops greater than 10 mph
(16 km/h), disengage until you can get back
to cruising speed.
Use Cruise Control in flat terrain and with

light loads to maximize fuel efficiency.
STARTING AND OPERATING
AutoStick
When using the AutoStick shift control, select

the highest gear that allows for adequate
performance and avoids frequent down-
shifts. For example, choose "5" if the desired
speed can be maintained. Choose "4" or "3"
if needed to maintain the desired speed.
To prevent excess heat generation, avoid

continuous driving at high RPM. Reduce
vehicle speed as necessary to avoid
extended driving at high RPM. Return to a
higher gear or vehicle speed when grade and
road conditions allow.
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND

MOTORHOME)

Recreational towing (with all four wheels on the
ground, or using a tow dolly) is NOT ALLOWED.
The only acceptable method for towing this
vehicle (behind another vehicle) is on a vehicle
trailer with all four wheels OFF the ground.
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