Trailer Towing (Except eAssist)

Before pulling a trailer, there are three important considerations that have to do with weight:

• The weight of the trailer.

• The weight of the trailer tongue.

• The total weight on your vehicle's tires.

See also:

Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
The vehicle may have a Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) system. Read this entire section before using the system. WARNING: SBZA is only a lane changing aid and does not replace driver vision. SBZA ...

Door Ajar Light
For vehicles equipped with this light, it comes on when a door is open or not securely latched. Before driving, check that all doors are properly closed. See Door Ajar Messages  for more in ...

Weight of the Trailer Tongue
The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the ve ...