Make sure the following warnings and cautions have been read and fully understood before towing a trailer. Failure to follow the guidelines could result in vehicle damage, serious injury, or death.
Description | Variant | Maximum weight lb (kg) |
---|---|---|
Unbraked trailer towing mass. | All vehicles. | 1 653 (750) |
Braked trailer towing mass. | All vehicles. | 4 409 (2 000) |
Tongue weight.¹ | All vehicles. | 220 (100) |
¹ The tongue weight can be increased to a maximum of 330 lbs (150 kg) for vehicles with 5 seats and to a maximum of 319 lbs (145 kg) for vehicles with 7 seats. Make sure that the Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), the Gross Train Weight (GTW), and the maximum rear axle weights are not exceeded. If required, remove weight from the vehicle to facilitate the increased tongue weight.
Make sure to never exceed the GVW, the GTW, or the front and rear axle weights. See WEIGHTS.
For further information, contact a retailer/authorized repairer and quote the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). See LABEL LOCATIONS.
The fitting of a tow hitch is required before towing. See TOW HITCH.
The fitting of a tow hitch is required for towing with the tow hitch receiver.
The following tow hitch dimensions must be adhered to:
To achieve the minimum ball height, a drop of 0 inches (0 mm) is recommended.
To achieve the minimum ball height, a drop of 0 inches (0 mm) is recommended.
If in any doubt about the fitment of a tow hitch, consult a retailer/authorized repairer.
Before towing a trailer, make sure both the vehicle and the trailer are being used in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations, and any applicable legislation. See TOWING WEIGHTS and WEIGHTS.
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:
The information in the following table should be used to confirm if a trailer or lighting board is compatible with the vehicle. The vehicle is unable to detect a trailer or lighting board that does not meet the specification given.
Function | Minimum load | Maximum load | ||
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Milliamps (mA) | Watts | Amps | Watts | |
Left turn signal and brake light. | 50 | 0.6 | 5 | 60 |
Right turn signal and brake light. | 50 | 0.6 | 5 | 60 |
Side marker lights. | – | – | 10 | 120 |
Reverse lights. | – | – | 5 | 60 |
Ignition feed. | – | – | 15 | 180 |
The trailer turns signal lamp flashes alongside the relevant turn signal lamp in the instrument panel when:
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.
Trailer Stability Assist (TSA) automatically detects when sway is developing on a correctly attached trailer. When active, TSA gradually reduces the vehicle’s speed to help regain control of the trailer.
Trailer Stability Assist (TSA) does not operate if:
TSA performance may be reduced when traveling on slippery surfaces.
The two assist features do not operate until a trailer profile is created, and the corresponding trailer is connected and calibrated. A trailer profile must be created before the trailer is calibrated.
To create a trailer profile:
Follow the on-screen instructions to calibrate the trailer, if it is already connected.
The tow assists icon displayed on the touchscreen when a trailer is connected. Select the appropriate trailer profile.
If the trailer has yet to be calibrated:
Tow assist displays camera views of the rear or side of the vehicle, to assist the driver when reversing a trailer. Trajectory lines are overlaid onto the images, depicting the predicted path of the trailer. Different camera views can be selected via the touchscreen. See TOUCHSCREEN HOME MENU.
Tow assist can be configured to use either the surround camera system or the rear camera system.
The tow assists icon displays on the touchscreen passenger side bar when a trailer is connected. See TOUCHSCREEN HOME MENU.
To activate two assists:
The following may have an effect on two-assist performances:
Advanced tow assist displays camera views of the rear or side of the vehicle, to assist the driver when reversing a trailer. Trajectory lines are overlaid onto the images, depicting the path of the trailer. Different camera views can be selected via the touchscreen. See CAMERA SYSTEM OVERVIEW.
Advanced tow assist also operates the steering wheel when the vehicle is reversing, and all conditions are met.
The tow assists icon displays on the touchscreen passenger side bar when a trailer is connected.
To enable advanced tow assist:
The advanced tow assists icon displays on the touchscreen passenger side bar once a trailer profile is selected.
Select Reverse (R).
To activate advanced tow assist:
The advanced tow assist icon on the touchscreen now illuminates. The driver’s side rotary climate control can now be used to control the path of the trailer when reversing.
When the required path has been set using the rotary climate control, use the accelerator and brake pedals to maneuver the trailer.
The trajectory lines change color as follows:
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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