The main components of the instrument panel are the following:
A.Outlet Adjustment on page 3-20.
B.Outlet Adjustment on page 3-20.
C.Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-7.
D.Cruise Control on page 3-10(If Equipped).
E.Instrument Panel Cluster on page 3-23.
F.Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3-85
(If Equipped).
G.Hazard Warning Flashers on page 3-6.
H.Windshield Wipers on page 3-8andWindshield
Washer on page 3-9.
I.Audio System(s) on page 3-52.
J.Fog Lamps on page 3-14(If Equipped).
K. Trunk Release. SeeTrunk on page 2-12.
L.Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3-14.M.Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 3-39.
N.Horn on page 3-6.
O.Traction Control System (TCS) on page 4-7
(If Equipped).Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
on page 4-6(If Equipped).
P. Cigarette Lighter (If Equipped). SeeAshtray(s) and
Cigarette Lighter on page 3-17.Accessory Power
Outlet(s) on page 3-16(If Equipped).
Q. Shift Lever (Manual Shown). SeeManual
Transmission Operation on page 2-28and
Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2-26.
R.Climate Control System on page 3-18.
S.Heated Seats on page 1-4(If Equipped).
T.Glove Box on page 2-41.
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Before starting, check all trailer hitch parts and
attachments, safety chains, electrical connectors,
lamps, tires and mirror adjustments. If the trailer has
electric brakes, start the vehicle and trailer moving and
then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure
the brakes are working. This checks the electrical
connection at the same time.
During the trip, check occasionally to be sure that the
load is secure, and that the lamps and any trailer brakes
are still working.
Following Distance
Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as
you would when driving the vehicle without a trailer. This
can help to avoid situations that require heavy braking
and sudden turns.
Passing
More passing distance is needed when towing a trailer.
Because the rig is longer, it is necessary to go much
farther beyond the passed vehicle before returning to
the lane.
Backing Up
Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand.
Then, to move the trailer to the left, move that hand
to the left. To move the trailer to the right, move your
hand to the right. Always back up slowly and, if possible,
have someone guide you.
Making Turns
Notice:Making very sharp turns while trailering
could cause the trailer to come in contact with the
vehicle. The vehicle could be damaged. Avoid
making very sharp turns while trailering.
When turning with a trailer, make wider turns than
normal. Do this so the trailer will not strike soft
shoulders, curbs, road signs, trees or other objects.
Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers. Signal well in
advance.
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