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DRIVING
Towing Behind A Motorhome
Your vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motorhome. If your vehicle
needs to be towed in an emergency, refer to Emergency Towing.
Improper towing such as towing behind a motorhome or other motor vehicle
can damage the transmission.
Towing a Trailer
Your vehicle can tow a trailer if you carefully observe the load limits, use the
proper equipment, and follow the towing guidelines. See the Owner's Manual
at owners.acura.com (U.S.) or acura.ca (Canada) for more information.
Towing Load Limits
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Total trailer weight
Maximum allowable weight of the
trailer, cargo, and everything in or on it
must not exceed 1,500 lbs (680 kg).
Towing loads in excess of this can
seriously affect vehicle handling and
performance and can damage the
engine and drivetrain.
Each weight limit is calculated based on the following conditions:
• Occupants fill seats from the front of the vehicle to the back.
• Each occupant weights 150 lbs (68 kg).
• Each occupant has 17.6 lbs (8 kg) cargo in the cargo area.
Any additional weight, cargo or accessories reduce the maximum trailer
weight and maximum tongue load.
Tongue Load
The weight of the tongue with a fully loaded trailer on the hitch should be
approximately 10% of the total trailer weight.
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• Excessive tongue load reduces front
tire traction and steering control.
Too little tongue load can make the
trailer unstable and cause it to sway.
• To achieve a proper tongue load,
start by loading 60% of the load
toward the front of the trailer and
40% toward the rear. Readjust the
load as needed.
Exceeding any load limit or improperly loading your vehicle and trailer
can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Check the loading of your vehicle and trailer carefully before starting
to drive.
Pre-tow Checklist
When preparing to tow, and before driving away, ensure the following:
• The vehicle has been properly serviced, and the suspension and the
cooling system are in good operating condition.
• Avoid towing a trailer during your vehicle's first 600 miles (1,000 km).
• The trailer has been properly serviced and is in good condition.
• All weights and loads are within limits. Never exceed the gross weight
ratings.
• Check if all loads are within limits at a public scale.
• The hitch, safety chains, and any other attachments are secure.
• All items in or on the trailer are properly secured and cannot shift while
you drive.
Exceeding any load limit or improperly loading your vehicle and trailer
can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Check the loading of your vehicle and trailer carefully before starting to
drive.
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