Trailer brakes

If your trailer is equipped with a braking system, make sure it conforms to federal and/or local regulations and that it is properly installed.

Never connect a trailer brake system

Never connect a trailer brake system directly to the vehicle brake system.

    See also:

    Vehicle recovery (freeing a stuck vehicle)
    Pulling a stuck vehicle Do not use the hook (if so equipped) to tow the vehicle. WARNING: - Stand clear of a stuck vehicle. - Do not spin your tires at high speed. This could cause them to ex ...

    Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving
    WARNING: Never drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Alcohol in the bloodstream reduces coordination, delays reaction time and impairs judgement. Driving after drinking alcohol incre ...

    Loading tips
    ● The GVW must not exceed GVWR or GAWR as specified on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label. ● Do not load the front and rear axle to the GAWR. Doing so will exceed the GVWR ...