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Towing a Trailer
WARNING:
Do not exceed 62 mph (100 km/h). This could result in the loss of vehicle control, serious personal injury or death.
WARNING:
The rear tire pressures must be increased by 3 psi (0.2 bar) above specification. Do not exceed the maximum pressure stated on the tire sidewall. This could cause serious personal injury. See
Wheels and Tires.
WARNING:
Do not exceed the maximum gross train weight stated on your vehicle identification plate. This could result in the loss of vehicle control, serious personal injury or death. See
Vehicle Identification Plate.
WARNING:
Do not exceed the maximum permissible trailer nose weight (vertical weight on the tow ball) as stated in the vehicle specification chart. This could result in the loss of vehicle control, serious personal injury or death. See
Capacities and Specifications.
WARNING:
The anti-lock braking system does not control the overrun brake on the trailer. This could result in the loss of vehicle control, serious personal injury or death. |
When towing a trailer:
- Obey country specific regulations for towing a trailer.
- Do not exceed 62 mph (100 km/h) even if a country allows higher speeds under certain conditions.
- Place loads as low as possible and central to the axle of your trailer. If you are towing with an unladen vehicle, the load in your trailer should be placed toward the nose, within the maximum nose load, as this gives the best stability. See Capacities and Specifications.
- The trailer nose weight (vertical weight on the tow ball), is essential for the driving stability of your vehicle and trailer.
- The vertical weight on the tow ball should be at least 4% of the trailer weight and not exceed the maximum permissable weight. See Capacities and Specifications.
- Reduce speed immediately if the trailer shows any sign of swaying.
- Use a low gear when descending a steep downhill gradient.
Note:
The maximum permissible trailer nose weight on the trailer identification plate is the trailer manufacturer’s testing value. The vehicle maximum permissible trailer nose weight may be lower.
The stability of your vehicle to trailer combination is very much dependent on the quality of the trailer.
Towing a trailer changes the vehicle handling characteristics and increases stopping distances. Adapt your speed and driving behavior to the load of the trailer.
The gross train weight stated on the vehicle identification plate applies for road gradients up to 12% and altitudes up to 3281 feet (1000 meters) when towing a trailer. In mountainous regions the engine performance decreases due to lower air density with increasing altitude. In high altitude regions above 3281feet (1000 metres), the stipulated maximum permitted gross train weight must be reduced by 10% for every extra 3281 feet (1000 metres).
Note:
Not all vehicles are suitable or approved to have tow bars fitted. See an authorized dealer for further information.
Trailer Lighting
The electrical system on your vehicle is not suitable for towing trailers with LED lamps.
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