Operation 6-13
with a bathroom scale. Put the tongue of
the loaded trailer on the scale with the
tongue at hitch height. Adjust the load in
the trailer, if necessary, to reduce the
weight on hitch. If you are carrying cargo
and towing a trailer, include the tongue
weight in the maximum vehicle load limit.
● Load cargo in the cargo bed as close to
the center of the vehicle as possible and
tie it down using the cargo hooks
equipped on the cargo bed.
● Tie down cargo securely in the trailer.
Make sure cargo in the trailer cannot
move around. A shifting load can cause
an accident.
● Make sure the load does not interfere
with controls or your ability to see where
you are going.
● Drive more slowly than would without a
load. The more weight you carry, the
slower you should go. Although
conditions vary, it is good practice not to
exceed low range whenever you are
carrying heavier loads or when towing a
trailer.
● Allow more braking distance. A heavier
vehicle takes longer to stop.
● Avoid making sharp turns unless at very
slow speeds.
● Avoid hills and rough terrain. Choose
terrain carefully. Added weight affects the
stability and handling of the vehicle.
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