Maintenance When Trailer Towing
The vehicle needs service more often when pulling a trailer.
See Maintenance Schedule on page 11‑3. Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid, engine oil, axle lubricant, belts, cooling system and brake system. Inspect these before and during the trip.
Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight.
See also:
How to Add Automatic Transmission Fluid
Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11‑12 to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use.
Using a funnel, add fluid down the transmission dipstick tube only after checking t ...
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) and Cargo Lamp
To replace one of these bulbs:
1. Remove the two screws and lift off the lamp assembly.
A. Cargo Lamp
B. Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) Bulb
2. On the reverse side of the lamp assembly, r ...
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
The turn signal indicators on the instrument panel flash whenever signaling a turn or lane change.
Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps also flash, telling other drivers the vehicle is turning, chan ...