Owner's Manual
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...; Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ...283 Vehicle Loading ...284 ▫ Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) ...284 Trailer Towing ...284 ▫ Common Towing Definitions ...284 ▫ Trailer Hitch Classification ...287 ▫ Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) ...288 ▫ Trailer And Tongue Weight ...289 ▫ Towing Requirements ...290 ▫ Towing Tips ...294 Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome...
...; Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ...283 Vehicle Loading ...284 ▫ Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) ...284 Trailer Towing ...284 ▫ Common Towing Definitions ...284 ▫ Trailer Hitch Classification ...287 ▫ Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) ...288 ▫ Trailer And Tongue Weight ...289 ▫ Towing Requirements ...290 ▫ Towing Tips ...294 Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome...
Owner's Manual
Page 285
... the vehicle and have an accident. In most cases it should not be supported by the trailer. STARTING AND OPERATING 285 Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) The gross trailer weight (GTW) is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all cargo, consumables and equipment (permanent or temporary) loaded in or ... be less than 10% or more than 15% of the trailer load. Tongue Weight (TW) The downward force exerted on the hitch ball by the scale. The entire weight of the trailer must consider this as part of your fully loaded trailer on your vehicle. 5 It is the total permissible weight of...
... the vehicle and have an accident. In most cases it should not be supported by the trailer. STARTING AND OPERATING 285 Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) The gross trailer weight (GTW) is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all cargo, consumables and equipment (permanent or temporary) loaded in or ... be less than 10% or more than 15% of the trailer load. Tongue Weight (TW) The downward force exerted on the hitch ball by the scale. The entire weight of the trailer must consider this as part of your fully loaded trailer on your vehicle. 5 It is the total permissible weight of...
Owner's Manual
Page 286
... some other connecting point of the vehicle. Weight-Carrying Hitch A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue weight, just as if it provides for heavier loads, to distribute trailer tongue weight to tow vehicle and trailer stability. The addition of a trailer. Trailer sway control and a weight distributing (load equalizing) hitch are typically used for a more level ride, offering...
... some other connecting point of the vehicle. Weight-Carrying Hitch A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue weight, just as if it provides for heavier loads, to distribute trailer tongue weight to tow vehicle and trailer stability. The addition of a trailer. Trailer sway control and a weight distributing (load equalizing) hitch are typically used for a more level ride, offering...
Owner's Manual
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... lbs (4 540 kg) Heavy Duty All trailer hitches should be compatible with the optional Trailer Tow Prep Package. Trailer Hitch Classification Class Max. Consult with your hitch and trailer manufacturer or a reputable Recreational Vehicle dealer for your vehicle. 5 Trailer Hitch Classification Your vehicle may not be used to the Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) chart for safe towing of...
... lbs (4 540 kg) Heavy Duty All trailer hitches should be compatible with the optional Trailer Tow Prep Package. Trailer Hitch Classification Class Max. Consult with your hitch and trailer manufacturer or a reputable Recreational Vehicle dealer for your vehicle. 5 Trailer Hitch Classification Your vehicle may not be used to the Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) chart for safe towing of...
Owner's Manual
Page 289
...65% of the weight in the rear can cause the trailer to sway severely side to side which will cause loss of control of many trailer accidents. Failure to 15% of the Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) on the tow hitch of occupants and cargo, and should never exceed the ...Loading Information placard. This places 10% to load trailers heavier in this manual. STARTING AND OPERATING 289 Note 1 - The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the combined weight of your bumper or trailer hitch. 5 Trailer and Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to the Tire- Safety Information ...
...65% of the weight in the rear can cause the trailer to sway severely side to side which will cause loss of control of many trailer accidents. Failure to 15% of the Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) on the tow hitch of occupants and cargo, and should never exceed the ...Loading Information placard. This places 10% to load trailers heavier in this manual. STARTING AND OPERATING 289 Note 1 - The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the combined weight of your bumper or trailer hitch. 5 Trailer and Tongue Weight Always load a trailer with 60% to the Tire- Safety Information ...
Owner's Manual
Page 291
... not overload your trailer towing as safe as possible: Make certain that the following four ratings are not exceeded: 1. GTW 3. GAWR 5 Always connect the chains to an injury accident. Improper towing can cause a loss of the vehicle hitch. Overloading can lead to the frame or hook... retainers of control, poor performance or damage to control. STARTING AND OPERATING 291 WARNING! Cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough slack for turning corners. •...
... not overload your trailer towing as safe as possible: Make certain that the following four ratings are not exceeded: 1. GTW 3. GAWR 5 Always connect the chains to an injury accident. Improper towing can cause a loss of the vehicle hitch. Overloading can lead to the frame or hook... retainers of control, poor performance or damage to control. STARTING AND OPERATING 291 WARNING! Cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow enough slack for turning corners. •...
Owner's Manual
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... will not increase the vehicle's GVWR and GAWR limits. Towing Requirements - Tires − Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact spare tire. − Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to the Tires-General Information section of this... − Also, check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pressures before towing a trailer. This could cause inadequate braking and possible personal injury. − An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is not required. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized (This requirement may limit ...
... will not increase the vehicle's GVWR and GAWR limits. Towing Requirements - Tires − Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact spare tire. − Proper tire inflation pressures are essential to the Tires-General Information section of this... − Also, check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pressures before towing a trailer. This could cause inadequate braking and possible personal injury. − An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is not required. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch utilized (This requirement may limit ...
Owner's Manual
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... ...112 Headlights ...355 Cleaning ...348 High Beam ...122,167 High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ...122 Passing ...123 Replacing ...355 Switch ...119 Heated Seats ...113 Hitches Trailer Towing ...287 HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter ...132 Hood Release ...123 Hoses ...338 Ignition ...12 Key ...12 Ignition Key Removal ...12 Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ...14...
... ...112 Headlights ...355 Cleaning ...348 High Beam ...122,167 High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ...122 Passing ...123 Replacing ...355 Switch ...119 Heated Seats ...113 Hitches Trailer Towing ...287 HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) Transmitter ...132 Hood Release ...123 Hoses ...338 Ignition ...12 Key ...12 Ignition Key Removal ...12 Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ...14...
Owner's Manual
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... ...289 Towing ...284 Disabled Vehicle ...310 Guide ...288 Recreational ...296 Weight ...288 Traction ...308 Trailer Towing ...284 Cooling System Tips ...295 Hitches ...287 Minimum Requirements ...290 Trailer and Tongue Weight ...289 Wiring ...293 Trailer Towing Guide ...288 Trailer Weight ...288 Transaxle ...235 Automatic ...12,232,235,342 Autostick ...239 Manual ...13,233,241 Operation ...235...
... ...289 Towing ...284 Disabled Vehicle ...310 Guide ...288 Recreational ...296 Weight ...288 Traction ...308 Trailer Towing ...284 Cooling System Tips ...295 Hitches ...287 Minimum Requirements ...290 Trailer and Tongue Weight ...289 Wiring ...293 Trailer Towing Guide ...288 Trailer Weight ...288 Transaxle ...235 Automatic ...12,232,235,342 Autostick ...239 Manual ...13,233,241 Operation ...235...