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Improperly loading your car and
trailer can seriously affect its
steering and braking
performance, causing a crash
in which you can be seriously
injured.
Check the loading of your car
and trailer carefully before
starting to drive.
The best way to confirm that your
total towing package is within these
specifications is to get it weighed.
Load the car and trailer as you
normally would while towing, and
take them to a public scale. Have
them check the total weight and the
weight at each axle, then compare
the weights to the specifications.
Towing a Trailer
Trailer Hitches
The trailer hitch must be the proper
size and construction for your car
and the trailer you intend to tow.
Consult with an expert before you
purchase a trailer hitch, and have it
installed by a qualified mechanic.
The hitch should bolt to the
underbody of the car, and distribute
the load over a wide area. Never use
a hitch that mounts only to the rear
bumper. The bumper is not designed
to handle that type of load.
NOTICE
A trailer hitch that is not adequate for
the size of the trailer, or a hitch that is
improperly installed, can cause damage
to the underside of your car.
Driving
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