Ford Falcon (FG) 2010 Manual page 148

WARNING
Do not connect a trailer's hydraulic
brake system directly to your
vehicle's brake system. Your vehicle may
not have enough braking power and
your chances of having a collision greatly
increase.
Trailer lamps
Trailer lamps are required on most
towed vehicles. Make sure all running
lights, brake lights, turn signals and
hazard lights work correctly. See your
Authorised Ford Dealer or trailer rental
agency for proper instructions and
equipment for connecting the trailer
lamps.
WARNING
Never connect any trailer lighting
to the vehicle's tail lamp circuits,
because it may damage the electrical
system. Contact your Authorised Ford
Dealer for assistance in proper trailer tow
wiring installation. Additional electrical
equipment may be required.
Tyres
Refer Guidline 1) "Vehicle and Trailer Load
Limits" in this section for advice on tyres
and tyre pressures.
Trailer towing
3) VEHICLE OPERATION
WHILE TOWING
The behaviour of your vehicle will change
while towing a trailer. For example, if
your trailer runs off the paved highway
surface onto the road shoulder, resist the
temptation to quickly turn the steering
wheel to bring the trailer back onto the
road. Instead, allow the left wheels of the
vehicle to also run off onto the shoulder
(if safe), then wait for the right conditions
to steer the vehicle back onto the road.
This should reduce any abrupt swerving
reaction.
connected to a genuine Ford socket.
the provisions of the relevant laws and
regulations in the location in which
towing is to be undertaken, before
commencing your journey.
Braking
Allow a greater stopping distance than
normal to prevent excessive braking.
Avoid sudden or violent stops that could
cause trailer slewing.
Gear changing
To prevent the engine labouring
when climbing hills or driving in strong
headwinds etc and to assist braking
when driving down hill, manually select
a suitable lower gear. Refer to the
Transmission section for advice on gear
selection.
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WARNINGS
The reverse sensing system
is disabled when the trailer plug is
There are legal limits for vehicle
speeds when towing; check