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2009 Mazda Tribute Owners Manaul

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Tires, Wheels and Loading
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TRAILER TOWING

Trailer towing with your vehicle may require the use of a trailer tow
option package.

Trailer towing puts additional loads on your vehicle’s engine,
transmission, axle, brakes, tires, and suspension. For your safety and to
maximize vehicle performance, be sure to use the proper equipment
while towing.

Follow these guidelines to ensure safe towing procedure:

Be sure to locate all the warnings supplied by the trailer rental or
sales company and study the unique requirements of each trailer you
intend to tow.

Stay within your vehicle’s load limits.

Thoroughly prepare your vehicle for towing. Refer to

Preparing to

tow

in this chapter.

Use extra caution when driving while trailer towing. Refer to

Driving

while you tow

in this chapter.

Service your vehicle more frequently if you tow a trailer. Refer to the
“Scheduled Maintenance” section of this manual.

Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle has been driven at least
1,000 miles (1609 km).

Refer to the instructions included with towing accessories for the
proper installation and adjustment specifications.

Do not exceed the maximum loads listed on the Safety Compliance
Certification Label. For load specification terms found on the label, refer
to

Vehicle loading

in this chapter. Remember to figure in the tongue

load of your loaded vehicle when figuring the total weight.

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  • Be sure to locate all the warnings supplied by the trailer rental or sales company and study the unique requirements of each trailer you intend to tow.
  • Stay within your vehicle’s load limits.
  • Thoroughly prepare your vehicle for towing.
  • Use extra caution when driving while trailer towing.
  • Service your vehicle more frequently if you tow a trailer.
  • Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle has been driven at least 1,000 miles (1609 km).
  • Refer to the instructions included with towing accessories for the proper installation and adjustment specifications.