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SAFETY INFORMATION
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Cargo or a trailer can change the stability and han-
dling of a utility vehicle. You must use common sense
and good judgment when carrying cargo or towing a
trailer. Keep the following points in mind:
• Never exceed the weight limits shown on page
58. An overloaded utility vehicle can be unstable.
• Do not exceed the maximum tongue weight. You
can measure tongue weight with a bathroom scale.
Put the tongue of the loaded trailer on the scale
with the tongue at hitch height. Adjust the load in
the trailer, if necessary, to reduce the weight on
hitch. If you are carrying cargo and towing a trailer,
include the tongue weight in the maximum vehicle
load limit.
• Cargo should be as far forward in the bed as pos-
sible, and distributed evenly from side to side. Be
sure cargo is secured so that it cannot move around
during operation.
• Cargo should always be secured in the trailer. Make
sure cargo in the trailer cannot move around. A
shifting load can cause an accident.
• Make sure the load does not interfere with controls
or your ability to see where you are going.
• Drive more slowly than you would without a load.
The more weight you carry, the slower you should
go. Although conditions vary, it is good practice
not to exceed low range whenever you are carrying
heavier loads or when towing a trailer.
• Allow more braking distance. A heavier vehicle
takes longer to stop. Do not brake abruptly when
carrying loads in the cargo bed or when towing a
trailer.
• Avoid making sharp turns unless at very slow
speeds to avoid tipping or rolling the vehicle.
• Avoid hills and rough terrain. Choose terrain care-
fully. Added weight affects the stability and han-
dling of the utility vehicle.
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