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Before Driving

Towing

WARNING

Always keep tow loads within specified limits as indicated in the Trailer Towing-Load 

Table:

Attempting to tow loads greater than those specified is dangerous as it may cause serious 

handling and performance problems that could result in personal injury or vehicle 

damage, or both.

Load your trailer with the weight about 60 % toward the front and 40 % toward the 

rear:

Loading the trailer with more weight in the rear than in the front is dangerous. Doing so 

could cause you to lose control. The trailer tongue load must be 10 %—15 % of the total 

trailer load (sum of the weights of the trailer and cargo).

Always have the total trailer weight and tongue load determined prior to departure:

Attempting to tow loads without determining the total trailer weight and tongue load is 

dangerous. Trailer sway from crosswinds, rough roads or other causes could result in loss 

of control and a serious accident.

CAUTION

The total trailer weight and tongue load can be determined by weighing the trailer on 

platform scales at a highway weight station or a trucking company.

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