Make sure the following warnings and cautions have been read and fully understood before towing a trailer. Failure to follow the guidance could result in vehicle damage, serious injury, or death.
Maximum permissible towing weights | Variant | lb (kg) |
---|---|---|
Maximum tow mass of an unbraked trailer. | All vehicles. | 1 653 750 |
Maximum tow mass. | 2.0L gasoline. | 7 716 (3 500) |
3.0L gasoline. | 8 201 (3 720) | |
Tongue weight (Certified). | All vehicles. | 330 (150) |
Maximum tongue weight (Design).¹ | All vehicles. | 771 (350) |
Tow ball mounted accessories. | All vehicles. | 147 (66.8) |
Coil suspension: -0.6 in (-15 mm).
Air suspension: 1.3 in (35 mm).
Hitch assist displays a rear camera image on the touchscreen, to aid in the process of connecting a trailer. Hitch assist overlays an approximation of the tow ball’s position and the intended steering direction.
To activate hitch assist:
Function | Minimum load | Maximum load |
---|---|---|
Milliamps | Amps | |
Brake lights. | 100 | 10 |
Turn signals. | 50 | 5 |
All side marker lights combined. | n/a | 10 |
Reverse lights. | n/a | 5 |
Fog light. | n/a | 5 |
Permanent battery feed. | n/a | 15 |
Ignition feed. | n/a | 15 |
If the trailer turn signal lamp does not flash, check the trailer’s electrical connection. Take appropriate action to make sure the trailer’s turn signals are functioning correctly. An electric trailer brake module connector is located near the driver’s position. The information in the following table should be used to confirm if an electric trailer brake module is compatible with the vehicle. If in doubt, contact a retailer/authorized repairer.
Function | Maximum load |
---|---|
Permanent battery feed. | 30 A |
Brake signal. | 100 mA |
Electric brake connection to tow bar electrical socket. | 30 A |
Trailer Stability Assist (TSA) does not operate if:
TSA performance may be reduced when traveling on slippery surfaces.
The tow assist icon displays on the touchscreen passenger side bar when a trailer is connected. See TOUCHSCREEN HOME MENU.
To activate tow assist:
The following may have an affect on tow assist performance:
The tow assist icon displays on the touchscreen passenger side bar when a trailer is connected.
To enable advanced tow assist:
The advanced tow assist icon displays on the touchscreen passenger side bar once a trailer profile is selected.
Select Reverse (R).
To activate advanced tow assist:
An advanced tow assist icon on the front control panel now illuminates. The driver’s side rotary climate control can now be used to control the path of the trailer when reversing.
Advanced tow assist does not operate if:
Advanced tow assist performance is adversely affected if non-approved towing equipment is used.
The touchscreen displays messages to inform the user of any conditions that have not been met in order for the system to operate. The touchscreen also displays messages regarding system faults or performance issues.
The following checks must be carried out before towing:
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