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SECTION 12
MISCELLANEOUS
WARNING
For safe towing and vehicle handling,
maintain proper trailer weight distribution.
The total weight of the motor home and
the vehicle towed must not exceed the
Gross Combined Vehicle Weight rating.
See the "Body and Chassis Specification"
chart in the Introduction Section.
CAUTION
Exceeding any of the recommended
gross vehicle weight ratings may result in
vehicle damage.
Do not install a frame equalizing type
hitch on your vehicle.
TRAILER WIRING
CONNECTOR
Your coach is pre-wired for trailer or car
towing lights with a 7-pin socket. The connector
plug is supplied in the coach parts package
provided to you by your dealer when you took
delivery of the vehicle.
The following diagram shows proper
connection of trailer or tow vehicle wiring to the
coach light system. The 'pigtail' assembly with
the (car/trailer end) connector plug should be
wired by a qualified technician. Provision for an
electric brake controller is located near the
steering column.
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TOWING GUIDELINES
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR):
This is the maximum allowable weight of the
fully loaded vehicle. Included are fuel, water,
propane, passengers, cargo, tools, and optional
equipment installed by the motor home
manufacturer, dealer, or owner. This value is
found on the Vehicle Certification Label.
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR):
This is the total weight a given axle is capable
of carrying, measured at the ground. Each axle
has its own rating. These values are also found on
the Vehicle Certification Label: front, rear, and
tag, if applicable.
Gross Combination Weight Rating
(GCWR):
This is the maximum allowable weight of the
motor home and loaded trailer, including the
items noted in GVWR above. The "trailer" can
be an actual trailer, a vehicle towed on a towing
dolly, or a vehicle towed by means of a towing
bar. GCWR is typically specified based on
durability and performance of the tow vehicle
drivetrain: engine cooling systems, transmission,
drive line, drive axle, and others. The tow vehicle
brakes may be rated for operation at GVWR, not
GCWR.
NOTE: If the "trailer" weighs 1,000 lbs. or
more, state or provincial laws/
regulations may require the "trailer" to
D-Series Class-A
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