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uuTowing a Trailer uDriving Safely with a Trailer
Driving
Driving Safely with a Trailer
• Have the trailer properly serviced and keep it in good condition.
• Make sure that all the weights and load in the vehicle and trailer are within limits.
2Towing Load Limits P. 442
•When towing more than 3,500 lbs (1,588 kg), use of gasoline with a pump
octane number of 87 or higher is recommended.
u Towing performance can be affected by high altitude, high temperature, or
steep uphill.
• Securely attach the hitch, safety chains, and other necessary parts to the trailer.
• Securely store all the items in and on the tr ailer so that they do not shift while
driving.
• Check if the lights and brakes on the trailer are working properly.
• Check the pressures of the trailer tires.
• Turn off the Auto Idle Stop syst em using the Auto Idle Stop OFF button. The
trailer weight can affect your vehicle's br ake effectiveness if Auto Idle Stop is
activated on a hill while towing a trailer.
• Drive slower than normal.
• Obey posted speed limits for vehicles with trailers.
• Use the
(D position when towing a trailer on level roads.
• Turn more slowly and with a wider turning arc than normal.
• Allow more time and distance for braking.
• Do not brake or turn suddenly.
■Things You Need To Know Before Towing a Trailer
■Towing Speeds and Gears
■Turning and Braking
1Driving Safely with a Trailer
Operating speed when towing a trailer must not
exceed 62 mph (100 km/h).
Parking
In addition to the normal precautions, place wheel
chocks at each of the trailer’s tires.
1Towing Speeds and Gears
When towing a fixed-sided trailer (e.g., camper), do
not exceed 55 mph (88 km/h).
At higher speeds, the trai ler may sway or affect
vehicle handling.
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Index
Coat Hook................................................ 210
Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 495
Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM) Indicator ............................. 88, 89
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 613, 645
Console Compartment ............................. 201
Controls .................................................... 129
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 577
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 578
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 577
Overheating ............................................ 627
Temperature Gauge ................................ 104
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 461
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 548
Cup Holders .............................................. 203
Customer Service Information ................ 654
Customized Features ............... 119, 354, 361
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 173
Dead Battery ............................................ 624
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 379
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 220
Detachable Anchor .................................... 42
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 647
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 169
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 186 Dipstick (Engine Oil)
................................. 573
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 168
Door Mirrors ............................................. 187
Doors ......................................................... 133
Auto Door Locking .................................. 147
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 147
Door Open Message .................................. 36
Keys ........................................................ 133
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside..................................................... 144
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside.................................................. 136
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 143
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 593
Driver Information Interface ................... 105
Accessing Content ................................... 107
Warning and Information Messages .......... 91
Driving ....................................................... 435
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ................ 507
Automatic Transmission ........................... 461
Braking .................................................... 537
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............... 452
Shifting Gear ........................................... 462
Starting the Engine .................................. 454
Driving Position Memory System ............. 183
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 603
E
Eco Assist® System ...................................... 10
ECON Button ............................................. 476 Econ Mode
Indicator.................................................... 84
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator............................................ 81, 631
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 479
Emergency ................................................ 638
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 649
Engine
Coolant ................................................... 577
Jump Starting .......................................... 624
Number................................................... 646
Oil ........................................................... 572
Remote Engine Start................................ 456
Starting ................................................... 454
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 571
Engine Coolant ......................................... 577
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 578
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 577
Overheating ............................................ 627
Temperature Gauge ................................ 104
Engine Oil ................................................. 572
Adding .................................................... 574
Checking................................................. 573
Displaying Maintenance Minder Information ........................................... 564
Low Oil Pressure Symbol.......................... 629
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 572
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 165
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ...... 631
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 73
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 606
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Index
Exterior Mirrors......................................... 187
F
Features..................................................... 227
File Manager ............................................. 273
Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 603
Oil ........................................................... 575
Flat Tire ..................................................... 613
Floor Mats ................................................. 605
Fluids Automatic Transmission ........................... 579
Brake ....................................................... 580
Engine Coolant ........................................ 577
Windshield Washer .................................. 580
FM/AM Radio .................................... 242, 285
Fog Light Indicator ..................................... 83
Fog Lights .................................................. 172
Folding Down the Rear Seat .................... 193
Foot Brake ................................................. 538
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 48
Front Seats ................................................ 188
Adjusting ................................................. 188
Front Sensor Camera ................................ 534
Fuel ...................................................... 23, 554
Economy ................................................. 557
Gauge ..................................................... 104
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 110
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 79
Range ...................................................... 110 Recommendation .................................... 554
Refueling................................................. 554
Fuel Economy ........................................... 557
Fuel Fill Cap .............................................. 556
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 23, 555
Unable to Unlock .................................... 639
Fuses .......................................................... 633
Inspecting and Changing......................... 637
Locations......................... 633, 634, 635, 636
G
Gasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 557
Gauge ..................................................... 104
Information ............................................. 554
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 110
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 79
Refueling................................................. 554
Gauges ...................................................... 104
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 77, 464
Gear Shift Positions Automatic Transmission .......................... 462
Glass (care) ................................................ 607
Glove Box .................................................. 201
H
Handling the Unexpected ....................... 611
HandsFreeLink® (HFL)...................... 383, 408
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook
and Call History............................. 397, 417
Automatic Transferring ........................... 416
Caller’s ID Information ............................ 395
Displaying Messages ............................... 427
Favorite Contacts .................................... 418
HFL Buttons .................................... 383, 408
HFL Menus...................................... 385, 411
HFL Status Display ........................... 384, 410
In Case of Emergency ............................. 431
Limitations for Manual Operation .... 384, 410
Making a Call ................................. 402, 420
Options During a Call...................... 407, 423
Phone Setup ................................... 389, 413
Receiving a Call............................... 406, 423
Receiving a Text Message........................ 425
Ring Tone ....................................... 395, 416
Selecting a Phone ................................... 426
Speed Dial .............................................. 398
To Clear the System ................................ 396
To Set Up a Text Message Options .......... 424
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
HD Radio
TM............................................... 288
Head Restraints ................................ 194, 195
Headlights ................................................ 169
Auto High-Beam ..................................... 174
Automatic Operation .............................. 170
Dimming......................................... 169, 173
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