7. Install and adjust the tension in the weight distributing
bars per the manufacturers’ recommendations so that
the height of the front fender is approximately (H2-H1)/
3+H1 (about 1/3 the difference between H2 and H1
above normal ride height [H1]).
8. Use the instrument cluster or touch screen radio settings
and switch off tire jack mode. Make sure the truck
returns to normal ride height. Preform a visual inspec-
tion of the trailer and weight distributing hitch to
confirm manufacturers’ recommendations have been
met.
9. The truck can now be driven.
Measurement Example
Example 1500 Height
(mm)
H1
925
H2
946
H2-H1
21
(H2-H1)/3
7
(H2-H1)/3 + H1
932
NOTE:
For all towing conditions, we recommend towing
with tow haul mode engaged.
Trailer Hitch Type and Maximum Trailer Weight
The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight
a given factory equipped trailer hitch type can tow and
should be used to assist you in selecting the correct trailer
hitch for your intended towing condition.
Trailer Hitch Type and Maximum Trailer Weight
Hitch Type
Max. Trailer Weight / Max.
Tongue Weight
Class III Bumper
Hitch - 1500 Model
5,000 lbs (2,268 kg) / 500 lbs
(226 kg)
Class IV - 1500 Model
12,750 lbs (5,783 kg) /
1,275 lbs (578 kg)
Refer to the “Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer
Weight Ratings)” for the Maximum Gross Trailer
Weight (GTW) towable for your given drivetrain.
All trailer hitches should be professionally installed on
your vehicle.
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