Trailer Backup Assistance - Using the Trailer Backup Assistance Controller

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Using the Trailer Backup Assistance Controller

Use the control knob to steer the trailer. Take your hands off the steering wheel and turn the control knob instead. The control knob acts as the steering control for the trailer.

Turn and hold counterclockwise to make the trailer go left.

Turn and hold clockwise to make the trailer go right.

Trailer Knob Movement Diagram - Neutral Position

Release the knob when the trailer is moving in the direction you want.

Note: The more you turn the knob, the sharper the trailer turns.

Note: Quickly turning and releasing the knob results in a jerky movement of the vehicle.

Note: You may have to use the knob to correct the trailer direction when attempting to move the trailer straight back under some conditions.

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