Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-
13527524) - 2020 - CRC - 9/5/19
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Driving and Operating
The trailer tongue weight (1) should
be 10
–
15% of the loaded trailer
weight (2). Some specific trailer
types, such as boat trailers, fall
outside of this range. Always refer
to the trailer owner
’
s manual for the
recommended trailer tongue weight
for each trailer. Never exceed the
maximum loads for your vehicle,
hitch and trailer.
After loading the trailer, separately
weigh the trailer and then the
tongue to see if the weights are
proper. If the trailer tongue weight is
too high or too low, adjustments
might be made by moving some
items around in the trailer.
If a cargo carrier is used in the
trailer hitch receiver, choose a
carrier that positions the load as
close to the vehicle as possible.
Make sure the total weight,
including the carrier, is no more than
half of the maximum allowable
tongue weight for the vehicle or
227 kg (500 lb), whichever is less.
Ask your dealer for trailering
information or assistance.
Towing Equipment
Hitches
Always use the correct hitch
equipment for your vehicle.
Crosswinds, large trucks going by,
and rough roads can affect the
trailer and the hitch.
Never attach rental hitches or other
bumper-type hitches. Only use
frame-mounted hitches that do not
attach to the bumper.
Hitch Cover
To remove hitch cover, if equipped:
1. Remove the two fasteners on
the lower tabs.
2. Pull the lower edge of the
cover to about a 45 degree
angle.
3. Pull the cover downward to
disengage the upper
attachments.
To reinstall hitch cover:
1. Hold cover at a 45 degree
angle to the vehicle and push
the upper tabs into the slots in
the bumper.
2. Push the bottom of the cover
forward until the lower tabs line
up with the lower slots.
3. Snap the hitch cover into place
by pushing the upper corners
forward.
4. Reinstall the two fasteners on
the lower tabs.
Consider using mechanical sway
controls with any trailer. Ask a
trailering professional about sway
controls or refer to the trailer
manufacturer's recommendations
and instructions.