Driving with a Trailer
Towing a trailer requires experience.
Get familiar with handling and braking with the added trailer weight. The vehicle is now longer and not as responsive as the vehicle is by itself.
Check all trailer hitch parts and attachments, safety chains, electrical connectors, lamps, tires and mirror adjustments. If the trailer has electric brakes, start the vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes are working.
During the trip, check regularly to be sure that the load is secure, and the lamps and trailer brakes are working properly.
See also:
Pulling a Trailer
Here are some important points:
• There are many laws, including speed limit restrictions that apply to trailering. Check for legal requirements.
• Consider using sway control.
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Hazard Warning Flashers
(Hazard Warning Flasher): Press
this button, on the center of the instrument panel, to make the front and rear turn
signal lamps flash on and off. This warns others that you are having trouble. ...
What to Use
To determine what kind of fluid to use, see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11‑12. Always use the proper fluid.
Notice: Use of the incorrect fluid may damage the vehicle and the damag ...