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If you're using a weight-carrying hitch, the trailer
tongue (A) should weigh 10 percent of the total loaded
trailer weight
(€3).
If you have a weight-distributing
hitch, the trailer tongue (A) should weigh 12 percent of
the total loaded trailer weight (E).
After you've loaded your trailer, weigh the trailer and
then the tongue, separately,
to
see if the weights are
proper. If they aren't, you may be able to get them right
simply by moving some items around in the trailer.
Total Weight on Your Vehicle's Tires
Be sure your vehicle's tires are inflated to the upper
limit for cold tires. You'll find these numbers on the
Tire-Loading Information label, found on the inside of
the
trunk
lid, or see "Loading Your Vehicle"
in the Index. Then be sure you don't go over the
'GVW limit for your vehicle, including the weight of
the trailer tongue,
Hitches
It's important to have the correct hitch equipment.
'Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads are a
few reasons why you'll need the right hitch. Here are
some rules to follow:
Your vehicle may have nonmetallic, composite
bumpers. The bumpers on your vehicle are not
intended for bitches. DO not attach rental hitches
or
other bumper-type hitches to them. Use only
a frame-mounted hitch that does not attach to
the bumper.
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