Trailer Towing

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:

Column Shift
If the shifter cannot be moved out of P (Park) 1. Apply and maintain the regular brakes. 2. Turn the ignition key to the ON/RUN position. See Ignition Positions for more information. 3. Shift out ...

Trunk Release
In addition to the trunk release button on the RKE transmitter, there is a remote release button located on the instrument panel. See Trunk. ...

Maintenance When Trailer Towing
The vehicle needs service more often when pulling a trailer. See Scheduled Maintenance for more information. Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission ...