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Retract the jack until the full weight of the trailer tongue is on the hitch.
Verify that there is a minimum of 3” from the end of the spring arms to
the center of the L-bracket. (Figure 23) If there is less than 3” the brackets
must be moved forward. Disconnect the hitch and move the brackets
forward.
With the trailer coupled and weight distribution engaged (spring arms in
place and jack retracted), measure from the ground to the bottom of the
tow vehicle driver side front wheel well. Record this distance on line C of
the weight distribution calculation table. (Figure 24)
To calculate the weight distribution
percentage- find the difference between
B and C, then divide by the difference
between B and A, then multiply the result
by 100.
B –
Lower the trailer onto the hitch ball and lock the coupler. The full weight of the tongue
should be resting on the hitch. Measure from the ground to the bottom of the tow vehicle driver
side front wheel well. Record this distance on line B of the weight distribution calculation table.
(Figure 19)
C –
With the trailer still coupled, use the tongue jack to lift both vehicles until the spring arms
can swing onto the L-brackets. (Figure 20) If needed, use the Snap-up lever to lift the spring
arms onto the L-brackets. (Figure 21) Insert the L-pins and secure them in place. (Figure 22)
3”
Figure 19
Figure 20
Figure 21
Figure 22
Figure 23
Figure 24