Trailer Brakes
A loaded trailer that weighs more than 450 kg (1,000 lbs) needs to have its own brake system that is adequate for the weight of the trailer. 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 brakes, do not try to tap into the vehicle's hydraulic brake system.
If you do, both brake systems will not work well, or at all.
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Trailer Gain Adjustment Procedure
Trailer Gain should be set for a specific trailering condition and must be adjusted any time vehicle loading, trailer loading, or road surface conditions change.
Setting the Trailer Gain properly is ...
Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light
The TCS/StabiliTrak light comes on briefly when the engine is started.
If the light does not come on or stays on, have the vehicle serviced by the dealer. If the system is working normally, the ind ...
Weight of the Trailer Tongue
The tongue load (A) of any trailer is very important because it is also part of the vehicle weight. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo carried in it, and ...