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Towing Tips
Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping
and backing the trailer in an area away from heavy
traffic.
If using a manual transmission vehicle for trailer towing,
all starts must be in FIRST gear to avoid excessive clutch
slippage.
Towing Tips — Electronic Speed Control (If
Equipped)
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Don’t use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads.
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When using the speed control, if you experience speed
drops greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage until
you can get back to cruising speed.
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Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to
maximize fuel efficiency.
Towing Tips — Cooling System
To reduce potential for engine and transmission over-
heating, take the following actions:
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City Driving
When stopped for short periods of time, put transmission
in neutral and increase engine idle speed.
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Highway Driving
Reduce speed.
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Air Conditioning
Turn off temporarily.
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