Installing A Trailer Hitch; Trailer Hitch Classification - Dodge 2008 Caliber Owner's Manual

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Installing A Trailer Hitch

NOTE: If you install a trailer hitch after you purchase
the vehicle, you must install a Mopar spare tire hold
down kit. The kit will allow you to properly secure the
spare tire and jack assembly.
WARNING!
Do not operate the vehicle without a properly se-
cured tire and jack assembly. Any loose items may be
thrown forward in a collision or hard stop and strike
occupants, causing serious or fatal injury.

Trailer Hitch Classification

The following chart provides the industry standard for
the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can
tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the
correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition.
Refer to the Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer
Weight Ratings) chart for the Maximum GTW towable
for your given drivetrain.
Trailer Hitch Classification
Class
Class I - Light Duty
Class II - Medium
Duty
Class III - Heavy Duty
Class IV - Extra
Heavy Duty
All trailer hitches should be professionally installed on
your vehicle.
Max. GTW
(Gross Trailer Wt.)
2,000 lbs (907 kg)
3,500 lbs (1587 kg)
5,000 lbs (2268 kg)
10,000 lbs (4540 kg)