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T T O O W W I I N N G G T T H H E E T T R R A A I I L L E E R R
Follow the tow vehicle's manufacturer
instructions regarding trailer towing.
S S E E V V E E R R E E I I N N J J U U R R Y Y O O R R D D E E A A T T H H can
result if you do not follow these
instructions:
When towing the trailer, pay particular
attention to the following:
– Maintain a safe distance between
the vehicle ahead and your
vehicle.
– When towing a trailer, more time
and distance are needed when
passing or stopping.
– Reduce your speed and slow
down more than usual before turn-
ing. Avoid sharp turns.
– When cornering, do it on a larger
radius. It takes more space to turn
with a trailer.
– Always move slowly when backing
up. Ask someone to guide you
when possible. Practice in an open
area at the first opportunity.
– If trailer starts to sway, do not hit
the brakes or compensate using
the steering wheel. Reduce speed
and maintain a steady course.
– When going downhill, reduce
speed before starting the descent.
Do not brake continuously. Apply
and release brakes alternately to
prevent brakes from overheating.
Loss of control of the trailer or trailer/
vehicle combination can result in seri-
ous injury or death. The most common
causes of loss of control of the trailer
are:
– Driving too fast for the conditions.
– Overloading the trailer or loading
the trailer incorrectly.
– Trailer improperly coupled to the
hitch.
– Inadequate towing hitch.
– Not maintaining proper tire
pressure.
– Not keeping wheel lug nuts tight.
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