An electronically actuated trailer brake controller is
required when towing a trailer with electronically
actuated brakes. When towing a trailer equipped with
a hydraulic surge actuated brake system, an electronic
brake controller is not required.
Trailer brakes are recommended for trailers over 1,000
lbs (454 kg) and required for trailers in excess of 2,000
lbs (907 kg).
CAUTION!
If the trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg)
loaded, it should have its own brakes and they
should be of adequate capacity. Failure to do this
could lead to accelerated brake lining wear, higher
brake pedal effort, and longer stopping distances.
WARNING!
Do not connect trailer brakes to your vehicle’s hy-
draulic brake lines. It can overload your brake sys-
tem and cause it to fail. You might not have brakes
when you need them and could have an accident.
Towing any trailer will increase your stopping dis-
tance. When towing you should allow for additional
space between your vehicle and the vehicle in front
of you. Failure to do so could result in an accident.
Towing Requirements—Trailer Lights & Wiring
Whenever you pull a trailer, regardless of the trailer size,
stop lights and turn signals on the trailer are required for
motoring safety.
The Trailer Tow Package may includea4and7pin
wiring harness. Use a factory approved trailer harness
and connector.
NOTE:Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles
wiring harness.
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High Speed......................... 228
Inflation Pressures.................... 227
Jacking..........................264,266
Life of Tires......................... 232
Load Capacity....................222,223
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)......... 234
Quality Grading...................... 349
Radial............................. 229
Replacement......................... 232
Rotation............................ 240
Safety...........................218,226
Self-Sealing.......................... 234
Sizes............................... 219
Snow Tires.......................... 239
Spare Tire........................... 265
Spinning............................ 230
Tread Wear Indicators.................. 231
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight............. 253
Torque Converter Clutch................. 201
Towing.............................. 249
Behind a Motor Home................. 259
Disabled Vehicle...................... 274
Guide.............................. 251Recreational......................... 259
Weight............................. 251
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motor Home....... 259
Traction Control........................ 107
Traction Control Switch.................. 107
Trailer Towing......................... 249
Cooling System Tips................... 258
Hitches............................. 251
Minimum Requirements................ 254
Trailer and Tongue Weight.............. 253
Wiring............................. 256
Trailer Towing Guide.................... 251
Trailer Weight......................... 251
Transmission.......................... 306
Automatic.....................198,203,306
Fluid.............................. 325
Shifting............................ 198
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry)................... 24
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink).115
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)...... 21
Transporting Pets........................ 58
Tread Wear Indicators................... 231
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