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Be sure the vehicle's tires are
inflated to the upper limit for cold
tires. These numbers can be found
on the Certification/Tire label
located at the bottom of the center
pillar on the driver's side of the
vehicle, or see
. Make sure not to go
over the GVW limit for the vehicle,
or the GAWR, including the weight
of the trailer tongue. If using a
weight distributing hitch, make
sure not to go over the rear axle
limit before applying the weight
distribution spring bars.
It is important to have the correct
hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large
trucks going by and rough roads are
a few reasons why the right hitch is
needed.
A step bumper hitch can be used for
trailers up to 907 kg (2,000 lbs) total
weight, and 90 kg (200 lbs) tongue
weight.
Always attach chains between the
vehicle and the trailer. Cross the
safety chains under the tongue
of the trailer to help prevent the
tongue from contacting the road if it
becomes separated from the hitch.
Instructions about safety chains
may be provided by the hitch
manufacturer or by the trailer
manufacturer. For trailers up to
907 kg (2,000 lbs) safety chains
may be attached to the attaching
points on the bumper. For heavier
trailers, follow the trailer or hitch
manufacturer's recommendation for
attaching safety chains. Always
leave just enough slack so the rig
can turn. Never allow safety chains
to drag on the ground.
A loaded trailer that weighs more
than 450 kg (1,000 lbs) needs to
have its own brake system that is
adequate for the weight of the
trailer. Be sure to read and follow
the instructions for the trailer brakes
so they are installed, adjusted and
maintained properly.
Since the vehicle is equipped with
®
StabiliTrak
, the trailer cannot tap
into the vehicle's hydraulic brake
system.
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