Trailer Towing

Before pulling a trailer, there are three important considerations that have to do with weight:

- The weight of the trailer
- The weight of the trailer tongue
- The total weight on the vehicle's tires

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Fast facts
1. Base 2.5L 4-cylinder models make 202 hp and 191 lb-ft of torque, with the 2.0T rated at 272 hp and 260 lb-ft and the 3.6L V6 at 321-hp and 275 lb-ft. 2. 0-60 times for each motor list at: 7.5, ...

Removing the Third Row Seat
To remove the seat: 1. Open the liftgate to access the controls for the seat. 2. Fold the seatbacks forward using lever “1” and the instructions listed previously under “Folding the Seatback.” The ...

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. ...