Trailer Wiring Connector; Towing Guidelines - Winnebago Itasca Ellipse Owner's Manual

SECTION 12 –
MISCELLANEOUS
Finally, do not forget to consider the actual
tongue weight. This should not exceed the stated
hitch vertical load for your vehicle. This weight
is typically defined as the tongue weight of a
towed vehicle hitch, boat trailer tongue weight,
or a receiver-mounted carrier rack.
Check state regulations on trailer weight and
trailer brake requirements to be sure you select
the right equipment before towing.
Before descending a steep or long grade when
towing a trailer, reduce speed and shift into a
lower gear to control vehicle speed. Avoid
prolonged or frequent application of brakes
which could cause overheating and brake failure.
Hitch Assembly
WARNING
For safe towing and vehicle handling,
maintain proper trailer weight distribution.
The total weight of the motor home and
the vehicle towed must not exceed the
Gross Combined Vehicle Weight rating.
See the "Body and Chassis Specification"
chart in the Introduction section.
12-4
NOTICE
Exceeding any of the recommended
gross vehicle weight ratings may result in
vehicle damage. Do not install a frame
equalizing-type hitch on your vehicle.
TRAILER WIRING
CONNECTOR
Your coach is pre-wired for trailer or car
towing lights with a 7-pin socket. The connector
plug is supplied in the coach parts package
provided to you by your dealer when you took
delivery of the vehicle.
The following diagram shows proper
connection of trailer or tow vehicle wiring to the
coach light system. The "pigtail" assembly with
the (car/trailer end) connector plug should be
wired by a qualified technician. Provision for an
electric brake controller is located near the
steering column.

TOWING GUIDELINES

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR)
This is the maximum allowable weight of the
fully loaded vehicle. Included are fuel, water, LP,
passengers, cargo, tools, and optional equipment