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:
Using the Universal Remote
System
Press and hold the appropriate
Universal Remote system button for
at least half of a second. The
indicator light will come on while the
signal is being transmitted. ...
Weight of the Trailer
How heavy can a trailer safely be? It should never weigh more than 454 kg (1,000
lbs). But even that can be too heavy.
It depends on how the rig is used. For example, speed, altitude, road grades, ...
Steering in Emergencies
There are times when steering can be more effective than braking.
For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts o ...
