Lincoln 1999 Town Car Manuel d'utilisateur télécharger pdf (Page 120)

Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer

weight could result in engine damage, transmission/axle damage,

structural damage, loss of control, and personal injury.

Preparing to tow

Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer, and make sure it is

properly attached to your vehicle. See your dealer or a reliable trailer

dealer if you require assistance.

Hitches

Do not use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle bumper. Use a load

carrying hitch. You must distribute the load in your trailer so that 10% of

the total weight of the trailer is on the tongue.

Safety chains

Always connect the trailer’s safety chains to the vehicle. To connect the

trailer’s safety chains, cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow

slack for turning corners.

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 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 your

trailer lamps conform to local and Federal regulations. See your dealer or

trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for hooking

up trailer lamps.

Driving

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Lincoln 1999 Town Car Manuel d'utilisateur Page 120