Safety Chains
Always attach chains between the vehicle and the trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting the road if it becomes separated from the hitch. Leave enough slack so the rig can turn. Never allow safety chains to drag on the ground.
See also:
Following Distance
Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would
when driving the vehicle without a trailer. This can help to avoid situations that
require heavy braking and sudden turns. ...
Additional Required Services
At Each Fuel Stop
• Engine oil level check. See Engine Oil.
• Engine coolant level check. See Engine Coolant
(4.6L Engine) or Engine Coolant
(3.9L Engine).
• Windshield washer fluid level check. See Windshi ...
Battery
This vehicle has a standard 12-volt
battery. Refer to the replacement
number on the original battery label
when a new standard 12-volt battery
is needed.
eAssist vehicles also have a high
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