Jayco Qwest - Use of Your Folding Camping Trailer; Tow Vehicle, Hitches, and Hookup

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CHAPTER 3
USE OF YOUR FOLDING CAMPING TRAILER
In this chapter you will find helpful information to assist you in preparing, traveling and
using your folding camping trailer.
EQUIPMENT
Tow Vehicle
WARNING: TOWING YOUR TRAILER WITH AN INADEQUATE TOW
VEHICLE OR HITCH ASSEMBLY MAY LEAD TO EXCESSIVE SWAYING
OR OTHER LOSS OF CONTROL, WITH PERSONAL INJURY OR PROP-
ERTY DAMAGE RESULTING FROM ROLLOVER OR COLLISION. Make
sure to read and understand Chapter 3 on using your recreation vehicle.
Consult experts on hitch and tow vehicles before you tow your trailer. Jayco does not
recommend or endorse particular tow vehicles or hitch assemblies. Review the compatibil-
ity of your tow vehicle with the trailer you will be towing. As a minimum requirement,
the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of your trailer must not exceed your tow
vehicle’s rated towing capacity. Know your loaded hitch weight and select a hitch that is
adequate for that weight. You, as the owner, are responsible for the safety and compat-
ibility of your tow vehicle and trailer selections. You are responsible for the maintenance
and proper connection of your tow vehicle, hitch assembly, and trailer. Do not exceed the
towing or cargo capacity of your tow vehicle and do not exceed the GVWR of the trailer.
You should clearly understand how your particular tow vehicle capacities are calculated.
Make sure your tow vehicle is mechanically sound for your intended usage and pay
particular attention to suspension components, tires, and tire pressure. Anti-sway de-
vices and weight distributing hitches should be used with all Jayco towable products with
the guidance of a trained hitch installer. Towing a trailer is not the same as driving a
passenger car or a single vehicle. Many states have lower speed limit requirements for
tow vehicle/trailer combinations. Obey all traffic laws and use your seatbelts at all times.
Don’t exceed 55 MPH when towing a trailer. Consult an expert for specific driver
education when towing a trailer. RV driving schools and some RV clubs may offer helpful
driving seminars as part of their club activities.