Maintenance When Trailer Towing
The vehicle needs service more often when pulling a trailer. See this manual's Maintenance Schedule or Index for more information. Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid, engine oil, axle lubricant, belts, cooling system, and brake system. It is a good idea to inspect these before and during the trip.
Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight.
See also:
Safety Belt Care
Keep belts clean and dry.
WARNING
Do not bleach or dye safety belts.
It may severely weaken them.
In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection.
Clean safety belts only wit ...
Entry Lighting
The headlamps, taillamps, license plate lamps, back—up lamps, dome lamps,
and most of the interior lights turn on briefly, when is pressed on the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, or when the ...
Certification Label
Label Example
A vehicle-specific Certification
label is attached to either the
driver door edge or the lower
center pillar on the driver side of
the vehicle. The label tells the
gross wei ...