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• If you are using a weight-dis-
tributing hitch, do not go
over the rear axle limit
before applying the weight
distribution spring bars.
• Consider using a sway control.
See "Hitches" later in this
section.
• When towing a trailer with an
automatic transmission, oper-
ate your vehicle in D (Drive).
You may want to shift into a
lower gear if the transmission
shifts too often.
• Reduce speed and shift to a
lower gear before starting
down a long or steep down-
grade. If you do not shift to a
lower gear, the brakes could
overheat and you could have
an accident.
•You should not park vehicles
with trailers on a grade (hill).
However, if you must park on a
grade, have someone place
wheel chocks under the trailer
wheels.
For more information, see
"Parking On Hills" later in this
section.
•Your vehicle may show signs of
overheating if you turn your
engine off immediately after
towing at high altitudes on
steep uphill grades.
If possible, park on a level
surface. Set the parking brake
firmly. Shift the automatic
transmission into P (Park).
Allow the engine to idle for a
few minutes before turning the
engine off.
If you do get an overheat warn-
ing, see "Engine Overheating"
in Section 5 for instructions.
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