Weight-Distributing Hitch Adjustment

A. Body to Ground Distance
B. Front of Vehicle
When using a weight-distributing hitch, the spring bars should be adjusted so the distance (A) is the same after coupling the trailer to the tow vehicle and adjusting the hitch.
See also:
Tire Designations
Tire Size
The examples show a typical passenger vehicle and light truck tire size.
Passenger (P-Metric) Tire
(A) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire:
The United States version of a metric tire sizing syst ...
Safety Chains
Always attach chains between the vehicle and the trailer. Cross the safety chains
under the tongue of the trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting the road
if it becomes separated from t ...
Trailer Brakes
Does the trailer have its own brakes? Be sure to read and follow the instructions
for the trailer brakes so they are installed, adjusted, and maintained properly.
Because the vehicle has antilock b ...





