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3. Attach the trailer to the vehicle and adjust the hitch equalizers so that

the front bumper height is within

⁄

” (13 mm) of the reference point.

After proper adjustment, the rear bumper should be no higher than in

Step 2.

WARNING: Do not adjust a weight distributing hitch to any

position where the rear bumper of the vehicle is higher than it

was before attaching the trailer. Doing so will defeat the function of

the weight distributing hitch, which may cause unpredictable handling,

and could result in serious personal injury.

Safety chains

Always connect the trailer’s safety chains to the frame or hook retainers

of the vehicle hitch. To connect the trailer’s safety chains, cross the

chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners.

If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions that the rental agency

gives to you.

Do not attach safety chains to the bumper.

Trailer brakes

Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes are

safe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer’s

specifications. The trailer brakes must meet local and Federal

regulations.

WARNING: Do not connect a trailer’s hydraulic brake system

directly to your vehicle’s brake system. Your vehicle may not

have enough braking power and your chances of having a collision

greatly increase.

The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the

GVWR not GCWR.

Trailer lamps

Trailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles. Make sure all running

lights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are working. Do not

connect trailer lamps directly to your vehicle’s tail lamps. This can cause

damage to your vehicle’s electrical system. See your authorized dealer or

trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for hooking

up trailer lamps.

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