Towing Requirements
•
The maximum trailer load is 1,000 lbs (450 kg).
•The maximum frontal area of the trailer cannot exceed
20 square feet (1.86 square meters).
•If using a manual transaxle vehicle for trailer towing,
all starts must be in FIRST gear to avoid excessive
clutch slippage.
•The trailer tongue load must be considered as part of
the combined weight of occupants and cargo, and
should never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire
and Loading Information placard. Refer to the Tire–
Safety Information Section in this manual.
•The“D”range can be selected when towing. However,
if frequent shifting occurs while in this range, the“3”
range must be selected.
NOTE:Using the“3”range while operating the vehicle
under heavy operating conditions will improve perfor-
mance and extend tranaxle life by reducing excessive
shifting and heat build up.
WARNING!
Connecting trailer brakes to your vehicle’s hydraulic
brake lines can overload your brake system and
cause it to fail. You might not have brakes when you
need them and could have an accident.
•Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact
spare tire.
•Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer
size, stop lights and turn signals on the trailer are
recommended for motoring safety.
•The automatic transaxle fluid and filter should be
changed if you REGULARLY tow a trailer for more
than 45 minutes of continuous operation. See Schedule
“B”in section 8 of this manual for transaxle fluid
change intervals.
NOTE:Check the automatic transaxle fluid level before
towing. Fluid discoloration, or a burnt odor, shows the
need for a transmission fluid and filter change.
180 STARTING AND OPERATING
High Speed......................... 166
Inflation Pressures.................... 165
Jacking............................. 188
Load Capacity....................160,161
Quality Grading...................... 274
Radial............................. 167
Replacement......................... 170
Rotation............................ 172
Safety...........................156,164
Sizes............................... 157
Snow Tires.......................... 171
Spinning............................ 168
Tread Wear Indicators.................. 169
Towing.........................179,196,197
Disabled Vehicle...................... 196
Trailering........................... 179
Traction Control....................71,90,155
Traction Control Switch................71,155
Trailer Towing......................... 179
Minimum Requirements................ 180
Trailer and Tongue Weight.............. 180
Warnings........................... 179
Transaxle............................. 227Additives........................... 229
Automatic.....................147,149,227
Filter.............................. 228
Overdrive........................... 150
Selection of Lubricant.................. 227
Transmission
Range Indicator....................... 92
Transmission....................See Transaxle
Transmitter Battery Service................ 22
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener............ 74
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry........... 19
Transporting Pets........................ 47
Tread Wear Indicators................... 169
Trip Computer.......................... 95
Trip Odometer.......................... 92
Trip Odometer Reset Button................ 92
Trunk Release, Emergency...............24,25
Trunk Release Remote Control.............. 24
Turn Signals.........................67,91
Underhood Fuses....................... 234
Uniform Tire Quality Grades.............. 274
Universal Transmitter.................... 74
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