STARTING AND OPERATING
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Warranty Requirements
NOTE: Using the “3” range while operating the vehicle
und er heavy operating cond itions will improve perfor-
mance and extend transm ission life by red ucing exces-
sive shifting and heat build up.
The Manu factu rer’s Passenger Vehicle Warranty will
apply to vehicles used to tow trailers for non-com mercial
use. However the follow ing cond itions must be met:
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The maxim um frontal area of the trailer cannot exceed
squ are feet (1.86 squ are meters).
WARN ING!
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The trailer tongu e load must be consid ered as part of
the combined weight of occupants and cargo, and
shou ld never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire
and Load ing Inform ation placard . Refer to the Tire–
Safety Inform ation Section in this manu al.
Con nectin g trailer brak es to you r veh icle’s hydrau lic
brak e lin es can overload you r brak e system and
cause it to fail. You migh t not have brak es when you
need them and could have an accid ent.
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The “D” range can be selected when tow ing. However,
if frequ ent shifting occurs while in this range, the “3”
range must be selected .
• Dosparenottire.attem pt to tow a trailer while using a compact
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Whenever you pull a trailer, regard less of the trailer
size, stop lights and turn signals on the trailer are
recom mend ed for motoring safety.
| Categories | Chrysler Manuals, Chrysler Pacifica Manuals |
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| Model Year | 2004 |
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