Dodge Charger: STARTING AND OPERATING / TRAILER TOWING

Dodge Charger 2011-2026 Owner's Manual / STARTING AND OPERATING / TRAILER TOWING

In this section you will find safety tips and information on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do with your vehicle. Before towing a trailer, carefully review this information to tow your load as efficiently and safely as possible.

To maintain the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage, follow the requirements and recommendations in this manual concerning vehicles used for trailer towing.

Loading

To load your vehicle properly, first figure out its empty weight, axle-by-axle and side-by-side. Store heavier items down low and be sure you distribute their weight as evenly as possible...

Common Towing Definitions

The following trailer towing related definitions will assist you in understanding the following information: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your vehicle...

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Dodge Charger 2011-2026 Owner's Manual: Tire Types

All Season Tires — If Equipped All Season tires provide traction for all seasons (Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter). Traction levels may vary between different all season tires. All season tires can be identified by the M+S, M&S, M/S or MS designation on the tire sidewall...

Dodge Charger 2011-2026 Owner's Manual: Ambient Light — If Equipped

The overhead console is equipped with an ambient light feature. This light illuminates for improved visibility of the floor and center console area. Rotate the right dimmer control upward or downward to increase or decrease the brightness of the door handle lights, map pocket lights, and ambient light located in the overhead console...