Frontal Area
The frontal area is the maximum height multiplied by the
maximum width of the front of a trailer.
Trailer Sway Control – If Equipped
The trailer sway control is a telescoping link that can be
installed between the hitch receiver and the trailer
tongue. It typically provides adjustable friction associ-
ated with the telescoping motion to dampen any un-
wanted trailer swaying motions while traveling.
Weight-Carrying Hitch
A weight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue
weight, just as if it were luggage located at a hitch ball or
some other connecting point of the vehicle. These kinds
of hitches are the most popular on the market today and
they are commonly used to tow small and medium sized
trailers.
Weight-Distributing Hitch
A weight-distributing system works by applying lever-
age through spring (load) bars. They are typically used
for heavier loads to distribute trailer tongue weight to the
tow vehicle’s front axle and the trailer axle(s). When used
in accordance with the manufacturer’s directions, it pro-
vides for a more level ride, offering more consistent
steering and brake control thereby enhancing towing
safety. The addition of a friction/hydraulic sway control
also dampens sway caused by traffic and crosswinds and
contributes positively to tow vehicle and trailer stability.
Trailer sway control and a weight distributing (load
equalizing) hitch are recommended for heavier Tongue
Weights (TW) and may be required depending on vehicle
and trailer configuration/loading to comply with Gross
Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) requirements. Weight Dis-
tribution hitched are recommended for loads in excess of
5,000 lbs (2,268 kg).
532 STARTING AND OPERATING
Reporting Safety Defects....................651
Resetting Oil Change Indicator ................332
Restraint, Head .......................... .163
Restraints, Child ...........................79
Restraints, Occupant ........................50
Rotation, Tires .......................... .508
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle .................105
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ................107
Safety Defects, Reporting ....................651
Safety, Exhaust Gas ....................... .104
Safety Information, Tire .....................484
Safety Tips ............................. .103
Satellite Radio Antenna .....................360
Schedule, Maintenance .....................636
Seat Belt Maintenance ..................... .616
Seat Belt Reminder .........................64
Seat Belts ................................53
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage .........60And Pregnant Women
.....................65
Child Restraint ..........................79
Extender ..............................65
Front Seat .............................53
Inspection ........................... .105
Pretensioners ...........................63
Reminder ............................ .309
Untwisting Procedure .....................59
Seats ................................. .155
Adjustment .......................... .156
Easy Entry ........................... .158
Fold and Tumble Rear ....................164
Heated .............................. .161
Height Adjustment ..................... .157
Rear Folding ......................... .167
Removal ............................ .166
Seatback Release ....................... .157
Tilting .............................. .157
Security Alarm ............................21
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