European Touring - Swift MONZA CAMPERVAN Owner's Manual

possible, immediately above or close to the
axle(s). Where the load can be divided between
trailer and tow vehicle, loading more weight into
the vehicle will generally improve the stability of
the combination.
After loading the trailer, check that the nose
weight and axle loads are in accordance with the
manufacturer's recommendations, also check
the rear and front axle loads on the campervan.
When calculating the laden weight of the trailer,
remember to include the weight of the trailer
PLUS THE LOAD.
Note: Towing regulations vary from country
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to country. It is very important to ensure
that national regulations governing towing
weights and speed limits are observed (refer
to the relevant national motoring organisation
for information). The stated maximum
permissible towing weights refer to the
vehicle's design limitations and NOT to any
specific territorial restrictions.
Notes:
5. Do not exceed the campervan gross vehicle
train weight.
6. Do not exceed the maximum front & rear
axle loads on the campervan.
7. Ensure the campervan front axle load is
never less than 40% or more than 70% of the
total weight.
8. Campervans with an MTPLM up to 3500kg
which have European Type approval can
only be fitted with a type approved towbar
complying to 94/20/EC or UN ECE R55.
9. The limit for towing an un-braked trailer
is 750kg (based on VIN plate not actual
weight), this applies to a towed car.
10. A car dolly with a car with a GVW over
750kg in place is considered as two trailers,
these are legal for use for recovery but
under the Road Traffic Regulations Act
1984 the combination is limited to 40 mph
on motorways and dual carriageways
and 20 mph elsewhere. A car dolly is not
legal for transportation (there is a very
specific difference between recovery and
transportation. Recovery is defined as the
removal of a broken down vehicle to a place
of safety).
11. The maximum permitted vehicle
combination length is 18.75m, however
any combination must ensure compliance
with the turning circle requirements of
Construction and Use regulations 1986 & EU
1230/2012.
Note: Not all campervans are suitable for
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towing and may not have sufficient payload
to permit towing. If in doubt, consult your
dealer.

3.12 European Touring

Please note there are a number of requirements
placed on a driver when driving on European
roads. Carrying a warning triangle, high
visibility jacket, first aid kit and spare bulb is
now compulsory in many EU states but some
EU countries are now introducing further
regulations such as carrying a breathalyser kit
and not being able to use satellite navigation
systems with speed camera warnings.
We would advise customers to check on the
many web-sites available to ensure you are
carrying the correct equipment when touring in
those EU countries.
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