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handling unexpectedly or strike occu-
pants.
Do not exceed the maximum tongue
weight.
Make sure the load does not interfere
with your control or ability to see where
you are going.
Tie down cargo in the trailer securely.
Make sure cargo in the trailer cannot
move around. A shifting load can cause
an accident.
Use the hooks equipped on the cargo bed to tie
down loads.
Choose a trailer hitch drawbar designed for use
with a 5 cm (2 in) receiver. (See Chapter4 for
more information.)
You can measure tongue weight with a bath-
room 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.
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