Ford 2005 Mustang v.2 Manuel d'utilisateur télécharger pdf (Page 146)

If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions that the rental agency

gives to you.

Do not attach safety chains to the bumper.

Trailer brakes

Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes are

safe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer’s

specifications. The trailer brakes must meet local and Federal

regulations.

Do not connect a trailer’s hydraulic brake system directly to your

vehicle’s brake system. Your vehicle may not have enough

braking power and your chances of having a collision greatly increase.

The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the

GVWR not GCWR.

Trailer lamps

Trailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles. Make sure all running

lights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are working.

Do not splice into the vehicle lamp wiring for trailer lamps. Your

vehicle uses an advanced electronic module to control and

monitor your vehicle lamps. Splicing into the wiring or attaching

wiring to the vehicle bulb. may DISABLE the rear vehicle lamps

or cause them not to function properly.

See your dealer for proper instructions and equipment for hooking up

trailer lamps.

Driving while you tow

When towing a trailer:

• Turn off the speed control. The speed control may shut off

automatically when you are towing on long, steep grades.

• Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer.

• Shift out of D (Overdrive) into D (Overdrive cancelled) or a lower

gear (3, 2, or 1) when towing up or down steep hills. This will

eliminate excessive downshifting and upshifting for optimum fuel

economy and transmission cooling.

• Anticipate stops and brake gradually.

Servicing after towing

If you tow a trailer for long distances, your vehicle will require more

frequent service intervals. Refer to your Scheduled Maintenance Guide

for more information.

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