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.
See Towing Equipment on page 9‑51.
• Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 800 km (500 miles) the new vehicle is driven.
The engine, axle, or other parts could be damaged.
• During the first 800 km (500 miles) that a trailer is towed, do not drive over 80 km/h (50 mph) and do not make starts at full throttle. This reduces wear on the vehicle.
• The vehicle can tow in D (Drive).
Use a lower gear if the transmission shifts too often.
See “Tow/Haul Mode” later in this section.
• Obey speed limit restrictions when towing a trailer.
• The vehicle is designed primarily as a passenger and load carrying vehicle. If a trailer is towed, the vehicle will require more frequent maintenance due to the additional load.
See also:
Heated Mirrors
For vehicles with heated mirrors:
(Rear Window Defogger):
Press to heat the mirrors.
See “Rear Window Defogger” under Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8‑4 for more informati ...
Lamps
Properly working headlamps, taillamps, and brake lamps are important to see and be seen on the road.
• Signs that the headlamps need attention include dimming, failure to light, cracking, or damage ...
Safety Locks
The vehicle has rear door security locks to prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from the inside.
Open the rear doors to access the security locks on the inside edge of each door.
To set ...