CARRYING A PASSENGER, CARGO OR TOWING A TRAILER
WARNING
The use of any other trailer could
damage the vehicle or interfere
with the proper operation of the
vehicle stability system. It is not
recommended to use the cruise
control when towing a trailer.
Towing a trailer affects the way the
vehicle handles due to the greater
weight and the different weight
distribution.
– Allow more time and space for
passing.
– Allow a greater distance for
braking.
– Use a longer following distance
from the vehicle in front of you.
– Reduce your speed and slow
down more than usual before
turning and avoid sharp turns.
– There is a greater risk of tipping
or rolling during extreme ma-
neuvers.
Crosswinds and air turbulence caused
when crossing or being passed by oth-
ers can disrupt the steering and make
the trailer to sway. To minimize the ef-
fect, keep a constant speed and do not
make quick steering or braking correc-
tions.
Reduceyour speed beforeenteringina
curve.
When cornering, achieve the turn on
a larger radius. It takes more space to
turn with a trailer.
Try to anticipate the riding ahead to
avoid having to backup with a trailer.
Always move slowly when backing up.
Ask someone to guide you when pos-
sible. Practice in an open area at the
first opportunity. Refer to
REQUIRED
RIDING SKILLS AND PRACTICE EX-
ERCISES
.
When possible, avoid swerving, twist
and turns, sharp and abrupt turns as
well as sudden braking. This could
cause the trailer to jackknife or to
turn over. It is easier to unstabilize an
empty trailer. When accelerating, it is
normal to shift at a higher RPM to avoid
loading excessively the engine.
NOTICE
Avoid spinning the rear
wheel. Rocks or pebbles could be
projected on the trailer and damage
it.
Trailer Mode (SE-5 Model Only)
When a trailer is towed, the trailer
mode must be activated to adapt gear
changes.
NOTICE
If the trailer mode is not
activated when towing a trailer, en-
gine components might be dam-
aged.
The trailer mode can be set using one
of the following methods.
Trailer Mode Activation When the
Vehicle is Stopped
Repeatedly press the MODE button
on the RECC (Roadster Electronic
Command Center) to select the Prefer-
ences Screen. Refer to
RECC (ROAD-
STER ELECTRONIC COMMAND CEN-
TER)
in
SECONDARYCONTROLS
sub-
section.
Select the TRAILER option then
choose W/TRAILER.
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