cause them not to function properly. Your lamp outage feature
may also be disabled or provide incorrect information.
Trailer tow connector
(equipped on vehicles with a Class II trailer tow/prep package)
The trailer tow connector is located under the rear bumper, on the
driver’s side of the vehicle.
Refer to the following chart for information regarding the
factory-equipped trailer tow connector:
Trailer tow connector
Color
Function
1. Dark Green
Right hand turn signal/brake/hazard
flasher
2. Yellow
Left hand turn signal/brake/hazard
flasher
3. Brown
Tail lamps/parking lamps
4. White
Ground
Driving while you tow
When towing a trailer:
•
To ensure proper “break-in” of powertrain components, do not trailer
tow during the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of a new vehicle.
•
To ensure proper “break-in” of powertrain components during the first
500 miles (800 km) of trailer towing, drive no faster than 70 mph
(113 km/h) with no full throttle starts.
•
Turn off the speed control. The speed control may shut off
automatically when you are towing on long, steep grades.
•
Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer.
•
To eliminate excessive shifting, use a lower gear. This will also assist
in transmission cooling. For additional information, refer to
Automatic
transmission operation
in the
Driving
chapter.
•
Anticipate stops and brake gradually.
•
Do not exceed the GCWR rating or transmission damage may occur.
Servicing after towing
If you tow a trailer for long distances, your vehicle will require more
frequent service intervals. Refer to your
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
for more information.
2009 MKX
(mkx)
Owners Guide, 1st Printing
USA
(fus)
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