Trailer hitch
Choose a proper hitch for your vehicle and trailer.
Make sure the trailer hitch is securely attached to the vehicle, to help avoid personal injury or property damage due to sway caused by crosswinds, rough road surfaces or passing trucks.
Trailer hitch components have specific weight ratings. Your vehicle may be capable of towing a trailer heavier than the weight rating of the hitch components.
Never exceed the weight rating of the hitch components. Doing so can cause serious personal injury or property damage.
See also:
Sway control device
Sudden maneuvers, wind gusts, and buffeting
caused by other vehicles can affect trailer handling.
Sway control devices may be used to help
control these affects. If you choose to use one,
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Safety chains
Always use suitable safety chains between your
vehicle and the trailer. The safety chains should
be crossed and should be attached to the hitch,
not to the vehicle bumper or axle. Be sure to leave
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