Vehicle Loading; Luggage Racks; Trailer Towing; Warranty Requirements - Chrysler 2004 300M User Manual

VEHICLE LOADING

The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is shown in the
following sample chart and on the tire pressure label
attached to the driver's door.
Vehicle Loading Capacities
Front Seat Occupants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Rear Seat Occupants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Luggage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 lbs. (52 kg)
Rated Vehicle Capacity. . . . . . . . . . . . 865 lbs. (392 kg)

Luggage Racks

External racks do not increase the total load carrying
capacity of the vehicle. Be sure the total occupant and
luggage load inside the vehicle, plus that on the external
rack, do not exceed the rated vehicle capacity shown on
the Vehicle Loading Capacity chart.

TRAILER TOWING

Warranty Requirements

The Manufacturer's Passenger Vehicle Warranty will
apply to vehicles used to tow trailers for non commercial
use. However the following conditions must be met:
• The maximum frontal area of the trailer cannot exceed
32 square feet (2.97 square meters)
• The maximum trailer load is: 2,000 lbs (900 kg)
• The "D" range can be selected when towing. However,
if frequent shifting occurs while in this range, the
AutoStick mode should be selected.
NOTE: By using the AutoStick mode, and selecting a
specific gear range, frequent shifting can be avoided. The
highest gear range should be selected that allows for
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