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Towing a Trailer
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Driving Safely with a Trailer
Driving
Driving Safely with a Trailer
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Have the trailer properly serviced and keep it in good condition.
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Make sure that all the weights and load in the vehicle and trailer are within limits.
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Towing Load Limits
P. 357
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Securely attach the hitch, safety chains, and other necessary parts to the trailer.
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Securely store all the items in and on the trailer so that they do not shift while
driving.
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Check if the lights and brakes on the trailer are working properly.
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Check the pressures of the trailer tires, including the spare.
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Drive slower than normal.
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Obey posted speed limits for vehicles with trailers.
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Use the
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D
position when towing a trailer on level roads.
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Turn more slowly and with a wider turning arc than normal.
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Allow more time and distance for braking.
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Do not brake or turn suddenly.
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Monitor your temperature gauge. If it nears the red (Hot) mark, turn off the
heating and cooling system
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/climate control system
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and reduce speed. Pull to the
side of the road safely to cool down the engine if necessary.
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Things You Need To Know Before Towing a Trailer
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Towing Speeds and Gears
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Turning and Braking
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Driving in Hilly Terrain
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Driving Safely with a Trailer
Operating speed when towing a trailer is restricted
up to 65 mph (100 km/h).
Parking
In addition to the normal precautions, place wheel
chocks at each of the trailer's tires.
* Not available on all models
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