Matching trailer ball height to trailer coupler height
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Before towing
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Check that the following conditions are met:
Ensure that your vehicle' s tires are properly inflated. (P. 807)
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Trailer tires are inflated according to the trailer manufacturer' s recommenda-
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tion.
All trailer lights work as required by law.
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All lights work each time you connect them.
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The trailer ball is set at the proper height for the coupler on the trailer.
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The trailer is level when it is hitched.
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Do not drive if the trailer is not level, and check for improper tongue weight,
overloading, worn suspension, or other possible causes.
The trailer cargo is securely loaded.
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The rear view mirrors conform to all applicable federal, state/provincial or local
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regulations. If they do not, install rear view mirrors appropriate for towing pur-
poses.
No matter which class of tow hitch applies,
for a more safe trailer hookup, the trailer ball
setup must be the proper height for the cou-
pler on the trailer.
Coupler
Trailer ball
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