Trailer Towing - Suzuki SIDEKICK 2-DOOR HARDTOP - 1995 Owner's Manual

VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING
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TRAILER TOWING

You can use your SUZUKI to tow a light
trailer (class 1), but you should always
observe the requirements and recommen-
dations in this section. If you intend to
tow a trailer, it is essential to select a
trailer and trailer towing equipment which
are compatible. A reputable trailer dealer
can help you.
CAUTION
Trailer towing puts additional stress
on the engine, drive train and brakes
of your vehicle. Never tow a trailer
during the first 600 miles of vehicle
operation.
CAUTION
Because towing a trailer puts addi-
tional stress on your vehicle, more fre-
quent maintenance will be required
than under normal driving conditions.
Follow the schedule for Maintenance
Recommended Under Severe Driving
Conditions.
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Hitches
Use only a trailer hitch bracket that is
designed to bolt to the frame of your
vehicle, and a class 1 hitch that is design-
ed to bolt to this bracket. We recommend
that you use a genuine SUZUKI trailer
hitch bracket and trailer hitch (available
as options), or equivalent.
Never use a bumper hitch or a hitch
which attaches to the axle of your
vehicle.
Safety Chains
Always attach safety chains between
your vehicle and trailer. Cross safety
chains under the tongue of the trailer so
that the tongue will not drop to the road
if the trailer becomes separated from the
hitch. Follow the manufacturer's recom-
mendation for attaching safety chains.
Always leave just enough slack to permit
full turning. Never allow safety chains to
drag on the road.
Never attach safety chains to the
bumper of your vehicle. Secure con-
nections so that they can't come
loose.
Trailer Lights
Make sure your trailer is equipped with
lights which meet federal, state, and local'
requirements. Always check for the pro-
per operation of all trailer lights before
you start to tow.
Never splice trailer lights directly into
your vehicle's electrical system, or
electrical system damage may occur.
Brakes
If trailer brakes are used, you should
follow all instructions provided by the
manufacturer. Never tap into the
brake system of your vehicle.
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