Volvo S80 Owner's Manual page 180

NOTE
• When parking the vehicle with a trailer on
a hill, apply the parking brake before putting
the gear selector in P . Always follow the
trailer manufacturer's recommendations for
wheel chocking.
• When starting on a hill, put the gear se-
lector in D before releasing the parking
brake. See also page 113 for more detailed
information about starting off on a hill while
towing a trailer.
• If you use the manual (Geartronic) shift
positions while towing a trailer, make sure
the gear you select does not put too much
strain on the engine (using too high a gear).
• The drawbar assembly/trailer hitch may
be rated for trailers heavier than the vehicle
is designed to tow. Please adhere to Vol-
vo's recommended trailer weights.
• Avoid driving with a trailer on inclines of
more than 15 %.
Trailer cable
An adapter is required if the vehicle's trailer
hitch has a 13-pin connector and the trailer
has 7 pins. Use an adapter cable approved
by Volvo. Make sure the cable does not drag
on the ground.
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