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Using
A
Weight-Carrying Trailer Hitch
(Recommended for loaded trailers weighing less than
3,009
lbs. or
1
362 kg.)
Your vehicle is equipped with an Electronic Level
Control (ELC) feature. When hooking up a trailer
using
a
weight-hstributing hitch, always use the
following procedure:
The trailer tongue should weigh
10
percent of the
total trailer load (maximum
300
lbs. or 136 kg) or as
specified by the trailer manufacturer to minimize sway.
should be equipped with trailer brakes.
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Trailers that weigh more than 1,000 lbs.
(454
kg)
Consider using sway control if your loaded trailer
will weigh 3,000 lbs. (1 362 kg) or more.
Trailer Hitching Procedure Using
A
Weight-Distributing (Equalizing) Hitch
(Recommended for loaded trailers weighing 3,000 lbs.
to 7,000 lbs. or
1
362 kg to 3 178 kg.)
Using a weight-distributing hitch without disabling the
Electronic Level Control (ELC) system may defeat the
purpose of the weight-distributing hitch. Also, your rear
tires may become overloaded.
A
weight-distributing
hitch should spread the load to all axles. If you use a
weight-distributing hitch, always disable the ELC by
following
the
proper steps.
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Place the vehicle on a level surface without the
trailer hitched. With the ignition
off,
and all doors
closed, allow the vehicle to level automatically.
Disable the Electronic Level Control (ELC) by
pulling the LEVEL
CTRL
fuse from the underhood
electrical center located on the passenger-side wheel
housing in the engine compartment. Remove
the
cover to gain access.
Attach the trailer to the vehicle. The trailer tongue should
weigh
12
percent of the total loaded trailer weight.
Level the vehicle with the load-leveling spring
bars (equalizers).
Leave the fuse out while towing your trailer.
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Once you have completed towing your trailer, be sure to
reinstall the Electronic Level Control (ELC) fuse.
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