Where does it say the suspension is different and what is the description of the difference. I ask because Chrysler's description of the tow package on their web site does not mention any suspension difference. The tow package includes:I've noted that some of the new Pacificas are optioned as Trailer Tow group. It says that the suspension is different. How different is it? Is it softer or firmer / sportier? Can someone help me out please. Thanks.
P.S. I have no plans to tow anything.
Quite a bit of discussion on this for the hybrid which prohibits towing. The conclusion was that simply adding a hitch does not void the warranty. For those with a hybrid, not adding any wiring harness will clearly indicate the hitch is not for towing. For the gas model, there is no requirement for a transmission cooler but, without the factory installed tow package, the maximum trailer weight is 1500 pounds.I'm thinking of a hitch for a bike rack and a hitch mount cargo carrier. I will never tow anything. Would the use of a hitch (for bikes and cargo) in any way void the transmission warranty? I know for towing, certain things are required like a transmission cooler etc. but would the mere presence of a hitch affect transmission or engine warranty coverage. Any thoughts ChryslerCares?
That's what one of the sales people told me, now I believe they must be wrong. What is this Trailer sway damping? May be I got confused by that term as well. So you are saying that the trailer tow group means only some electronic changes and the ride isn't much different than a non trailer group. I was looking at some new models and they included that package. As I mentioned before, I do not plan to tow anything, so will there be any differences noticeable (other than the hitch)?Where does it say the suspension is different and what is the description of the difference. I ask because Chrysler's description of the tow package on their web site does not mention any suspension difference. The tow package includes:
7 and 4-pin trailer wiring harness
Class II hitch with 2" receiver
Heavy duty radiator
Trailer sway damping (electronic)
220 amp alternator
I have the tow package on my Limited and do not notice any difference in the ride; meaning it rides great. I have not actually compared the rides of vans with and without the tow package.
Thanks for that comprehensive and cogent reply. Very helpful. I run hitches on all my vans and especially SUVs with tiny room behind the 3rd row. This eases my mind and it's just something I only considered with this car. I used to use roof top carriers and went to a rear cargo hitch carrier for ease of use, loading, and MPGs. I prefer not to have cargo inside where people are in case of a crash. I had a Saab 9-3 wagon and the owner's manual stressed tying down all cargo because 50 pounds at 35 MPH hits the back of your head with a equivalent force of 2200 pounds.Quite a bit of discussion on this for the hybrid which prohibits towing. The conclusion was that simply adding a hitch does not void the warranty. For those with a hybrid, not adding any wiring harness will clearly indicate the hitch is not for towing. For the gas model, there is no requirement for a transmission cooler but, without the factory installed tow package, the maximum trailer weight is 1500 pounds.
