Hitches; Weight Distributing Hitch; Safety Chains; Sway Control - Honda 2011 Odyssey Manual

Hitches

Any hitch used on your vehicle must
be properly bolted to the underbody,
using the six threaded holes
provided. A hitch and the required
fluid coolers designed especially for
your Odyssey can be obtained from
your Honda dealer.

Weight Distributing Hitch

Your vehicle is designed to tow
without the need for a load
distributing hitch. If you wish to use
one, please consult your trailer
maker for proper installation and set-
up. Improper set-up could degrade
the handling, stability, and braking
performance of your vehicle.

Safety Chains

Always use safety chains when you
tow a trailer. Make sure the chains
are secured to the trailer and hitch,
and that they cross under the tongue
and can catch the trailer if it
becomes unhitched. Leave enough
slack to allow the trailer to turn
corners easily, but do not let the
chains drag on the ground.
2011 Odyssey
Towing a Trailer

Sway Control

A sway control device helps
minimize swaying that can occur in
crosswinds and in normal and
emergency driving maneuvers. If
you experience swaying when
pulling your trailer, consult the
trailer maker for the specific type of
device and how to install it properly.
Automatic Transmission Fluid
Cooler
An additional ATF (automatic
transmission fluid) cooler should be
installed. This device will help
prevent automatic transmission
overheating, which could cause
serious damage. The additional ATF
cooler can be obtained from your
dealer.
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