Hitch Height; Hitching Procedure - Conventional Sport Utility Trailer - Jayco 2004 Talon ZX Owner's Manual

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WARNING:We recommend the use of a sway control device for all tow vehicle/trailer
combinations.
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CAUTIONS:
• Using an oversized or undersized hitch can cause damage to the frame of your sport utility
trailer.
• Jayco, Inc. cannot be responsible for the suspension system of the tow vehicle. The final
hitch ball height after the sport utility trailer is completely hooked up is a factor to
be considered.
• To avoid overloading your RV axles and minimize possible handling difficulties, your RV
should tow level when hooked to your tow vehicle.
• Do not overload your tow vehicle.

Hitch Height

To determine the hitch height for your model, make sure that the sport utility
trailer is level. Measure from inside the hitch coupler to the ground. Record
this number in the box at the side for future reference. If you have additional
questions, consult with your Independent Jayco Dealer.
Jayco, Inc. cannot be responsible for the suspension system of any tow
vehicle. There are a variety of suspension systems available on tow vehicles today which will effect
the ball height, stability and levelness of the RV when hooked up to the tow vehicle. Make certain
your dealer is aware of the type of tow vehicle that will be uses so a compatible hook-up can be
achieved.

Hitching Procedure - Conventional Sport Utility Trailer

Hooking up a sport utility trailer is not difficult and will become easier with practice. The following
procedure will help you until you become more experienced.
1. Block wheels.
2. Turn crank on jack to raise tongue of trailer above hitch ball on hitch.
3. Open coupler latch.
4. Back tow vehicle into proper position.
5. Turn crank on jack to lower coupler onto ball hitch.
6. Close coupler latch after completely seated.
7. Install weight distributing bars (equalizers) per recommendations from hitch supplier, when
required.
8. Remove dolly wheel and retract tongue jack to its maximum height.
9. Attach cable for breakaway switch to the tow vehicle.
10. Attach the safety chains as shown in Figure 3-1.
11. Plug in your 12-volt electrical connector from the tow-vehicle to the trailer.
12. The following items should be inspected prior to your journey:
• All lights must be in working order.
• Stabilizer jacks must be in the retracted position.
• Entrance steps must be in the retracted position.
• Refrigerator door must be closed and locked.
• All loose items must be secured.
• Brakes must be tested for operation prior to entering roadway.
• Tire pressure must be checked and maintained per the tire pressure stamped on the tire
sidewall.
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