Section 3 - Coupling To The Tow Vehicle
R6 3/30/2017
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Coupler Height Adjustment - Figure 3-12
^ WARNING
Improper gooseneck height adjustment can
result in overloaded tires, blowout and loss
of control, leading to death or serious
injury.
Adjust the gooseneck receiver so that the
trailer runs level.
3.2.2.b Drop-Leg Jack(s)
A trailer having a gooseneck hitch will have one or
two drop leg jacks for raising and lowering the
gooseneck ball receiver. Because several drop leg
jack mechanisms are available, the general
instructions below may vary slightly from the jack
manufacturer’s instructions. If the trailer jack on
your trailer does not resemble the jack shown in the
figure 3-13, follow the jack instructions provided by
the jack manufacturer.
Drop-Leg Jack Arrangement – Figure 3-13
3.2.2.c Before Coupling the Trailer to the Tow
Vehicle
•
Be sure the size and rating of the gooseneck
ball match the size and rating of the receiver.
Gooseneck balls and receivers are marked with
their size and ratings.
•
Wipe the gooseneck ball clean and inspect it
visually and by feel for flat spots, cracks and
pits.
^ WARNING
A worn, cracked or corroded gooseneck
ball can fail while towing, and may result in
death or serious injury.
Check the gooseneck ball for wear,
corrosion and cracks before coupling the
trailer.
Replace worn, corroded or cracked
gooseneck ball before coupling the trailer.
•
Rock the ball to make sure it is tight to the ball
support, and visually check that the gooseneck
ball nut is solid against the lock washer and ball
support frame.
^ WARNING
A loose gooseneck ball can result in
uncoupling, leading to death or serious
injury.
Make sure the gooseneck ball nut is tight
before coupling the trailer.
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