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Towing Loads
2˝ rear receiver hitch
Towing improperly can alter vehicle handling and may
cause loss of control or brake instability.
Always follow these precautions when towing:
1.
Never load more than 200 lbs. tongue weight
on the rear towing bracket.
2.
Never load more than 300 lbs. tongue weight
on the front towing bracket.
3.
Do not operate the vehicle faster than 10
MPH when hauling or towing loads on a level
surface.
4.
Vehicle speed should never exceed 5 MPH
when hauling or towing loads on uneven
surfaces, rough terrain, cornering, or while
ascending or descending a hill.
5.
Do not tow more than the recommended
weight for the vehicle.
6.
Attach a trailer to the rear trailer hitch bracket
only. Do not attach a trailer to any other
location or you may lose control of the vehicle.
7.
Never tow a trailer on a grade steeper than 15
degrees.
8.
Always operate in low range when hauling or
towing in excess of 200lbs.