Gross combination weight of the towing ve-
hicle and trailer
The gross combination weight is the actual
weight of the loaded vehicle plus the actual
weight of the loaded trailer.
In some countries trailers are classified into
dierent categories. SEAT recommends obtain-
ing information from a specialised workshop re-
garding which type of trailer is most suitable for
your vehicle.
Trailer loading
The weight of the towing vehicle and trailer
must be balanced. In order to do this, the load
must be as close as possible to the maximum
technically permitted vertical load on the cou-
pling point, and it must be evenly distributed
between the back and front of the trailer:
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Distribute loads in the trailer so that heavy
objects are as near to the axle as possible or
above it.
●
Secure the trailer load properly.
Tyre pressure
Set the tyre pressure of the trailer tyres in ac-
cordance with the trailer manufacturer's rec-
ommendations.
When towing a trailer, inflate the tyres of the
towing vehicle to the maximum allowable pres-
sure ›››page362.
WARNING
If the maximum permissible axle weight, the
maximum load technically permissible on the
coupling point, the maximum authorised ve-
hicle weight or the gross combination weight
of the towing vehicle and trailer are excee-
ded, accidents and serious injuries may oc-
cur.
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Never exceed the indicated values.
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The actual weight on the front and rear
axles must never exceed the maximum per-
missible axle weight. The weight on the front
and rear axles must never exceed the maxi-
mum permissible weight.
WARNING
A shift in weight could jeopardize the stability
and safety of the towing vehicle and trailer,
which could lead to accidents and serious
injuries.
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Always load the trailer correctly.
●
Always secure the load properly using
belts or straps that are suitable and in good
condition.
Driving with a trailer
Adjusting the headlights
The front part of the vehicle may be raised
when the trailer is connected and the light may
dazzle the rest of the trac.
Specific
features of driving with a trailer
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If your trailer has an overrun brake, brake
gently at first and then rapidly. This will prevent
the jerking that can be caused by the locking of
trailer wheels.
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Due to the gross combination weight of the
towing vehicle and trailer, the braking distance
increases.
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Use engine braking when descending hills.
Otherwise, the brake system could overheat
and even fail.
–
Vehicles with an automatic gearbox: In Tip-
tronic mode, select a lower gear.
–
Vehicles with a manual gearbox: Shift down.
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The trailer weight, as well as the gross combi-
nation weight of the towing vehicle and trailer,
change the centre of gravity and the properties
of the vehicle.
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If the towing vehicle is empty and the trailer
is loaded, then the load distribution is incorrect.
Under these conditions, drive slowly and with
extra caution.
Hill starts with a trailer
Depending on the slope of the hill and the
combination weight of the towing vehicle and
trailer, the vehicle might start rolling backwards
slightly when you first start up.
For hill starts with a trailer hitched:
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