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:

Every Engine Oil Change
► Change engine oil and filter. Reset oil life system. See Engine Oil  and Engine Oil Life System . An Emission Control Service. ► Engine coolant level check. See Engine Coolant . ...

Passing
More passing distance is needed when towing a trailer. Because the rig is longer, it is necessary to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before returning to the lane. ...

Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System
WARNING! If a LATCH-type child restraint is not attached to anchors, the child restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly. In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or ...