COUPLING TO THE TOW VEHICLE
CHECKING TONGUE WEIGHT
If this is possible, get the tow vehicles front and rear axle weights to make sure they are in the
same proportion as the tow vehicle alone, and that the rear axle is not overloaded. This is the
have the proper number of chain links attached to the snap-up brackets.
4.6 ADJUST BUMPER PULL TRAILER HITCH HEIGHT
The height of the hitch on the trailer must be adjusted so that the trailer, when loaded to rated
capacity, is level while connected to the tow vehicle. A level trailer allows equal weight distribution
on the axles.
Your dealer or a trailer service center can perform this adjustment or you can use the following
steps to adjust the hitch height yourself.
WARNING
Improper hitch height adjustment can result in overloaded tires, blowout and
loss of control, leading to death or serious injury. Adjust the hitch height so that
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the loaded trailer is level.
• Connect trailer to tow vehicle and load the trailer to rated capacity (see Loading and Unload-
• Stand away from the trailer and visually verify if the trailer is level front-to-rear. If the front of
the trailer is higher than the rear, the hitch must be raised. If the front of the trailer is lower than
the rear, the hitch must be lowered.
replace if necessary. Contact your dealer for the correct size and grade of bolts.
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