•
An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is
required when towing a trailer with electronically
actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with
a hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electronic
brake controller is not required.
•
Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over
1,000 lbs (454 kg) and required for trailers in excess of
2,000 lbs (907 kg).
CAUTION!
If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg)
loaded, it should have its own brakes and they
should be of adequate capacity. Failure to do this
could lead to accelerated brake lining wear, higher
brake pedal effort, and longer stopping distances.
WARNING!
•
Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s
hydraulic brake lines. It can overload your brake
system and cause it to fail. You might not have
brakes when you need them and could have a
collision.
•
Towing any trailer will increase your stopping
distance. When towing you should allow for addi-
tional space between your vehicle and the vehicle
in front of you. Failure to do so could result in a
collision.
Integrated Trailer Brake Module – If Equipped
Your vehicle may have a Integrated Trailer Brake Module
for electric trailer brakes.
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Page 119: ...3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117...
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Page 187: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER BASE 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185...
Page 188: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER PREMIUM 186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...
Page 270: ...Operating Tips 268 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...
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