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THE TOW VEHICLE, HITCH AND BALL MUST HAVE A RATED TOWING CAPACITY EQUAL TO OR
GREATER THAN THE TRAILER GVWR (GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING).
IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT THE HITCH BALL BE THE SAME SIZE AS THE COUPLER.
The ball size and load rating (capacity) are marked on top of the ball. The hitch capacity is
marked on the hitch.
2.2.1.1 Before Coupling the Trailer to the Tow Vehicle
Be sure the size and rating of the hitch ball match the size and rating of the coupler. Hitch balls
and couplers are marked with their size and rating.
Wipe the hitch ball clean and inspect it visually and feel for flat spots, cracks and pits.
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Rock the ball to make sure it is tight to the hitch, and visually check that the hitch ball
nut is solid against the lock washer and hitch frame.
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Wipe the inside and outside of the coupler clean and inspect it visually for cracks and
deformations; feel the inside of the coupler for worn spots and pits.
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Be sure the coupler is tight to the tongue of the trailer. All coupler fasteners must be
visibly solid against the trailer frame.
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Raise the bottom surface of the coupler to be above the top of the hitch ball. Use the
jack if one is provided; otherwise use wood or concrete blocks to support the trailer
tongue.
2.2.1.2 Prepare the Coupler and Hitch
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Lubricate the hitch ball and the inside of the coupler with a thin layer of automotive
bearing grease. If your trailer is equipped with a jack, raise the coupler above the ball
height.
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Open the coupler locking mechanism. Ball couplers have a locking mechanism with
an internal moving piece and an outside handle.
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In the open position, the coupler is able to drop fully onto the hitch ball.
A worn, cracked or corroded hitch ball can fail while towing, and result in death or
serious injury.
Before coupling trailer, inspect the hitch ball for wear, corrosion and cracks.
Replace worn or damaged hitch ball.
A loose hitch ball can result in uncoupling, leading to death or serious injury. Be sure
the hitch ball is tight to the hitch before coupling the trailer.