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:
Towing the Vehicle From the Rear
Notice: Towing the vehicle from the rear could damage it. Also, repairs would
not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Never have the vehicle towed from the rear. ...
Airbag System Check
The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement.
Make sure the airbag readiness light is working. See Airbag Readiness Light on page
5‑11 for more information. ...
Cargo Box & Towing
One benefit of the Canyon's low ride height is that the cargo box is very
accessible. Whether you have to lift something over the side of the box or load
something with the tailgate down, the low- ...