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.
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Using Voice Recognition
For vehicles equipped with the MyLink or IntelliLink infotainment system, see
the separate MyLink/ IntelliLink Features and Functions Guide for more information.
To use voice recognition, press the ...
Cruise Control Messages
APPLY BRAKE BEFORE CRUISE
If this message displays when attempting to activate cruise control, apply the
brake pedal and try again.
CRUISE SET TO XXX
This message displays when the cruise control ...
Weight of the Trailer
How heavy can a trailer safely be?
Speed, altitude, road grades, outside temperature, special equipment, and the amount of tongue weight the vehicle can carry must be considered. See “Weight of the ...