Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings); Trailer And Tongue Weight - Dodge 2008 Caliber Owner's Manual

Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)

The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain.
Engine/Transmission
2.0L Auto
2.4L Auto
1.8L Manual
2.4L Auto/Man with
Trailer Tow Prep Package
(AHC)
Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds.
Note 1 – 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 "Tire–Safety
Information" under "Starting and Operating" in Section
5.
Frontal Area
22 sq ft (2.04 sq m)
22 sq ft (2.04 sq m)
22 sq ft (2.04 sq m)
32 sq ft (3.0 sq m)
Max. GTW
(Gross Trailer Wt.)
1000 lbs (450 kg)
1000 lbs (450 kg)
1000 lbs (450 kg)
2000 lbs (907 kg)

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 GTW
on the tow hitch of your vehicle. Loads balanced over the
wheels or heavier in the rear can cause the trailer to sway
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Max. Tongue Wt.
(See Note 1)
150 lbs (50 kg)
150 lbs (50 kg)
150 lbs (50 kg)
300 lbs (136 kg)
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