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Towing & Leveling
SAFETY CHAINS
Safety chain requirements vary from state to state. Your RV is
equipped with chains to meet SAE standard requirements for
maximum gross trailer weight.
• Always have the safety chains attached when towing.
• Hook them to the safety chain loops provided on the
tow vehicle’s hitch, crossing them under the trailer
tongue.
• Inspect the length of the chains once attached to the
tow vehicle frame. They should be long enough to
allow for sharp turns, but short enough so they do not
drag on the ground. Slack for each length should be
the same but not more than necessary to permit the
vehicle to turn at its minimum radius.
TOW VEHICLE HITCH (CUSTOMER SUPPLIED)
Hitch selection is important because it will affect your RV towing
and handling characteristics. There are many types of hitches
available, and ensuring the correct hitch is installed on your tow
vehicle is critical to a safe towing experience.
• Ask your dealer which class and type of hitch you
must purchase for your tow vehicle/travel trailer tow-
ing combination. A travel trailer requires a tow vehicle
frame mounted hitch.
• The hitch manufacturer assigns a hitch class rating
based on the capacity the hitch has for towing, and its
weight classification.
• The weight classification is determined from the
hitch’s weight carrying capacity (also known as the
tongue weight).
• Before selecting a hitch, you must know your RV’s
GVWR and tongue weight.
The rating of the hitch package purchased should be equal to or
greater than your RV GVWR and hitch weight.
Equipment that sometimes gives autos, trucks and sport utility
vehicles a softer ride can accentuate swaying when pulling a RV;
conversely, suspension that is too stiff will increase vibration,