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STARTING AND OPERATING
“Tires–General Information” in this section for infor-
mation on tire pressures and for proper tire inflation
procedures.
TowingRequirements—TrailerBrakes
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Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or
vacuumsystemofyourvehiclewiththatofthetrailer.
This could cause inadequate braking and possible
personalinjury.
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Also, check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation
pressuresbeforetrailerusage.
Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage
beforetowingatrailer.Referto“Tires–GeneralInfor-
mation”inthissectionforinformationontreadwear
indicatorsandfortheproperinspectionprocedure.
− An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is
required when towing a trailer with electronically
actuatedbrakes.Whentowingatrailerequippedwith
ahydraulicsurgeactuatedbrakesystem,anelectronic
brakecontrollerisnotrequired.
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Whenreplacingtires,referto“Tires–GeneralInforma-
tion” in this section for information on replacement
tires and for the proper tire replacement procedures.
Replacing tires with a higher load carrying capacity
will not increase the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR
limits.
− Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over
1,000lbs(454kg)andrequiredfortrailersinexcessof
2,000lbs(907kg).
| Categories | Chrysler 300 Manuals, Chrysler Manuals |
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| Model Year | 2009 |
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