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(4) be sure the coupler latch-locking lever is fully open, and then lower the tongue jack until the ball is firmly seated in the socket;
(5) close the coupler latch and secure it with a locking pin or bolt (
you can use the pin that locks the caster wheel on to the front jack
);
(6) securely attach the safety chains in a crossing pattern to the tow vehicle and confirm that they are properly connected to the trailer. Do
not fasten chains to any part of the hitch unless the hitch has holes or loops designed specifically for that purpose, be sure the chains do not
drag during towing;
WARNING: IMPROPER RIGGING OF THE SAFETY CHAINS CAN RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE TRAILER AND TOW VEHICLE,
LEADING TO DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY, IF THE TRAILER UNCOUPLES FROM THE TOW VEHICLE.
(7) connect the breakaway switch. Attach and secure the breakaway switch cable to the tow vehicle bumper or frame independently of the
safety chains. The following are guidelines for attaching the cable:
The cable should come straight out from the switch to attach to the tow vehicle
The switch and cable should be located and secured on the same side of the trailer and tow vehicle
Do not loop the cable over the hitch ball; the cable may bounce off while the vehicle is moving
Before towing you may test the breakaway assembly by pulling the pin out of the switch to confirm activation of the trailer electric
brakes.
See also
the diagram/depiction in “Towing” section.
WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT THE BREAKAWAY SWITCH LANYARD TO THE HITCH BALL OR ANY PART OF THE HITCH
ASSEMBLY.
Note:
your breakaway switch will automatically engage the electric trailer brakes if the safety chains fail during uncoupling.
(8) connect the power cord between the tow vehicle and the trailer, leaving enough slack for the tow vehicle to turn without disconnecting
the power cord;
(9) adjust side mirrors;
(10) check all lights on trailer and tow vehicle, ensuring that they are communicating properly; and
(11) confirm the brakes are working properly prior to towing the trailer on a public road. You can, for example, check the operation of the
trailer brakes by pulling forward and using the hand control, if any.
FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED BY YOUR VEHICLE’S TOW PACKAGE MANUFACTURER AND/OR INSTALLER.
coupler securely latched and pinned
chains crossed and securely
attached to frame of hitch
trailer wiring plugged securely
into tow vehicle, lights tested
breakaway switch cable attached to tow vehicle
separate from chains
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