Trailer Towing And Driving Tips - Airstream NTERSTATE Owner's Manual

TRAILER TOWING AND DRIVING TIPS

(Partial excerpts from Sprinter Operators Manual)
WARNING
: Failure to use proper equipment and driving technique can
result in a loss of vehicle control when towing a trailer. Improper towing or failure
to follow the instructions contained in this section can result in serious injury.
Follow the guidelines below carefully to assure safe trailer operation. Ask your
authorized sprinter or Airstream dealer if you require an explanation of informa-
tion contained in the sky.
Trailer Hitches
Units have hitches installed from the Sprinter manufacturer. The Sprinter 7- way con-
nector is used for lights and charge line on a trailer. For further information, please see
your authorized Sprinter or Airstream Dealer.
The bumpers on your vehicle are not designed for use with clamp type hitches. Do not
attach rental hitches or other bumper type hitches to them.
To reduce the possibility of damage, remove the hitch ball adapter from the receiver
when not in use.
Vehicle and Trailer Weights and Ratings
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) is the maximum permissible weight of the mo-
torhome.
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW): comprises weight of vehicle including fuel, tools, spare
tire, installed accessories, passengers, cargo, and trailer tongue. It must never exceed
the GVWR.
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) is a maximum permissible axle weight.
Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) is a maximum permissible trailer weight to be towed.
Trailer Tongue Weight Rating (TWR) is the maximum permissible weight of the
trailer tongue.
These and other weights are located in the specification section of this manual.
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