Hitch Height & Hitch Ball; Sway Control; Suggestions For Sway Situations; Adjust The Equalizing Bars Of The Hitch - Jayco Select Jay Series Owner's Manual

Maintain the proper tongue weight of the
trailer. Stay within the target range of 10-15%
of the overall gross weight (trailer weight plus
contents). Fifth-wheel
maintain 25% of their overall gross weight
(trailer weight and contents) on the hitch.
Equipment that sometimes gives autos, trucks
and sport utility vehicles a softer ride can
accentuate swaying when pulling a RV;
conversely, suspension that is too stiff will
increase vibration, bounce and accelerate
wear of your tow vehicle and trailer. Educate
yourself to protect you, your family and other
motorists.
The rating of the hitch package purchased
should be equal to or greater than the RV's
GVWR and the hitch weight or pin box
rating.
H H & H
ITCH EIGHT
To determine the hitch
This unit hitch
height for your model,
height is:
make sure that the travel
trailer is level. When the
loaded RV is hitched to the
tow vehicle, check the hitch
ball height. This can be determined by
measuring the distance from the center of the
hitch ball to the ground. Record this number in
the box for future reference.

Adjust the equalizing bars of the hitch

assembly so that the tow vehicle and the trailer
are essentially level. A high hitch will transfer
weight behind the axles and cause the vehicle
to fishtail. A low hitch will transfer additional
weight to the hitch. Refer to the hitch
manufacturer instructions
weight-distributing hitch to the proper height. If
you have additional questions, consult with
your RV dealer. Jayco, Inc. cannot be
responsible for the suspension system of any
tow vehicle. There are a variety of tow vehicle
suspension systems available that will affect
the ball height, stability and levelness of a
hooked up RV. Make certain your RV dealer is
aware of the tow vehicle you are using so a
compatible hookup is achieved. The required
camping trailer hitch ball diameter is 2".
trailers typically
B
ITCH ALL
to adjust the
PRE-TRAVEL INFORMATION
Read the OEM operator's manual supplied by
the hitch manufacturer to achieve the best
possible performance.
There is no recommended hitch height for
fifth-wheel travel trailers; usually the fifth wheel
pin box is adjustable for variance in trucks and
truck suspension systems.
S C
WAY ONTROL
(C S
USTOMER UPPLIED
WARNING
A sway control device (customer supplied)
should be used with your tow vehicle/travel
trailer combination. Consult with your RV
dealer to obtain the proper equipment for
your needs.
Sway control devices are available to reduce
the sway produced by cross winds, air
displacement caused by other vehicles
passing you in transit, incorrect weight
distribution, excessive speed, the RV tires
dropping onto the shoulder of the road, etc.
You will also want to discuss this purchase with
your RV dealer.
The use of a sway control device will help to
control the side-to-side movement and keep
sway in check.

Suggestions for sway situations

Slowly ease your foot off the accelerator.
Turn the steering wheel as little as
possible. Natural lag time reaction when
counter-steering to correct sway could
possibly make it worse.
If the trailer is equipped with electric
brakes, using the hand control will help to
keep the vehicles aligned.
As soon as possible, stop to determine the
cause of the sway. Check all equipment
and load distribution. If the problem cannot
be solved immediately, contact your RV
dealer for a service appointment (travel at
a very reduced speed on your way there).
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