Driving Safely with a Trailer
Things You Need To Know Before Towing a Trailer
Have the trailer properly serviced and keep it in good condition.
Make sure that all the weights and load in the vehicle and trailer are within limits.
When towing more than 3,500lbs (1,590 kg), use of gasoline with a pump octane number of 91 or higher is recommended.
- Towing performance can be affected by high altitude, high temperature, or steep uphill.
Securely attach the hitch, safety chains, and other necessary parts to the trailer.
Securely store all the items in and on the trailer so that they do not shift while driving.
Check if the lights and brakes on the trailer are working properly.
Check the pressures of the trailer tires, including the spare.
Towing Speeds and Gears
Drive slower than normal.
Obey posted speed limits for vehicles with trailers.
Use the position when towing a trailer on level roads.
Turning and Braking
Turn more slowly and with a wider turning arc than normal.
Allow more time and distance for braking.
Do not brake or turn suddenly.
Driving Safely with a Trailer
Parking
In addition to the normal precautions, place wheel chocks at each of the trailer's tires.
Driving in Hilly Terrain
Monitor your temperature gauge. If it nears the red (Hot) mark, turn off the climate control system and reduce speed. Pull to the side of the road safely to cool down the engine if necessary.
Shift to the position if the transmission shifts frequently.
Retrieving a Boat
If the tires slip when retrieving a boat from the water, shift to , and turn on VTM- lock. Disengage VTM- lock as soon as the boat is out of the water to prevent damage to the VTM- system.
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Interior Lights
■Interior Light Switches
■ ON
The interior lights come on regardless of
whether the doors are open or closed.
■ Door activated
The interior lights come on in the following
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Playing a USB Flash Drive
Your audio system reads and plays sound files on a USB flash drive in either
MP3,
WMA or AAC*1 format.
Connect your USB flash drive to the USB adapter cable, then press the AUX
button.
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Precautions for Opening/Closing the Tailgate
Always make sure individuals and objects are clear of the tailgate before
opening or
closing it.
■ Opening the tailgate
• Open the tailgate all the way.
- If it is not fully opened, the ...