TABLE OF CONTENTS
An Industry Best from a Manufacturer You Can Count On.................................4
1. INTRODUCTION AND WARRANTY..................................................................9
1.1 Introduction....................................................................................................9
1.2 Warranty.......................................................................................................10
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2. GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION.............................................14
2.1 Safety Alert Symbols and Signal Words.....................................................14
2.2 Major Hazards....................................................................................... ......14
Improper Sizing of the Trailer to the Tow Vehicle..............................................15
Driving Too Fast..................................................................................................15
Failure to Adjust Driving Behavior When Towing a Trailer................................15
Trailer Not Properly Coupled to the Hitch..........................................................16
Proper Use of Safety Chains...............................................................................17
Proper Connection of Breakaway Brake............................................................17
Matching Trailer and Hitch.................................................................................17
Worn Tires, Loose Wheels and Lug Nuts..........................................................18
Improper Loading...............................................................................................19
Unsafe Load Distribution....................................................................................20
Shifting Cargo......................................................................................................21
Inappropriate Cargo............................................................................................21
Inoperable Brakes or Lights...............................................................................22
Hazards For Dump Trailers.................................................................................22
Hazards For Tilt Deck Trailers............................................................................23
Hazards from Accessories..................................................................................24
Safety Warning Labels on Your Trailer..........................................................25-34
Safe Trailer Towing Guidelines...........................................................................36
Reporting Safety Defects...............................................................................36-37
3 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION..........................................................37
3.1 Trailer Tire Information.................................................................................37
3.2 Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit-Trailer.......................................38
Trailers 10,000 Pounds GVWR or Less.............................................................39
Trailers Over 10,000 Pounds GVWR.................................................................39
3.3 Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit–Tow Vehicle............................40
3.4 Glossary Of Tire Terminology.................................................................40-42
3.5 Tire Safety - Everything Rides On It............................................................43
Safety First–Basic Tire Maintenance................................................................43
Finding Your Vehicle’s Recommended Tire Pressure and Load Limits..........43
Understanding Tire Pressure and Load Limits.................................................44
Checking Tire Pressure......................................,,,,,...........................................44
Steps for Maintaining Proper Tire Pressure................................................44-45
Tire Size...............................................................................................................45
Tire Tread............................................................................................................45
Tire Balance and Wheel Alignment...................................................................45
Tire Repair...........................................................................................................45
Tire Fundamentals..............................................................................................45
3.5.1.1 Information on Passenger Vehicle Tires............................................46
3.5.1.2 UTQGS Information.............................................................................47
3.5.1.3 Additional Information on Light Truck Tires..................................... 48