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. The front or rear axle weight must not
exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating
GAWR) shown on the vehicle identifi-
cation plate (see page 8-2). It is possible
that your towing package does not ex-
ceed the GVWR but exceeds the GAWR.
Improper trailer loading and/or too much
luggage in the trunk can overload the
rear axle. Redistribute the load and check
the axle weight again.
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Trailer or Vehicle Towing Tips
!
Improperly loading your vehicle and
trailer can seriously affect its steering
and braking performance causing a
crash which could cause serious injury
or death.
Towing a trailer affects vehicle handling
and braking.
Drive more slowly when towing a trailer
and allow more distance when braking.
Be careful when driving in slippery and
windy conditions.
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WARNING:
1.
Before towing, check hitch and safety chain
connections as well as proper operation of
the trailer running lights, brake lights, and
turn signals.
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2.
3.
4.
Always drive your vehicle at a moderate
speed. (Less than 60 mph)
Trailertowingrequiresmorefuelthannormal
conditions.
To maintain engine braking efficiency and
electrical charging performance, do not tow
atrailerwiththetransaxleinfifthgear(manual
transaxle).
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CAUTION:
The following specifications are recom-
mended when towing a trailer. The loaded
trailer weight cannot safely exceed the val-
ues in the chart below.
Be careful when turning and while driv-
ing up and down hills.
5.
6.
Always secure items in the trailer to prevent
load shift while driving.
Check the condition and air pressure of all
tires on the trailer and your car. Low tire
pressure can seriously affect the handling.
Also check the spare tire.
lbs(kg)
7.
The vehicle/trailer combination is more af-
fected by crosswind and buffeting.
When being passed by a large vehicle, keep
a constant speed and steer straight ahead.
Ifthereistoomuchwindbuffeting,slowdown
togetoutoftheothervehicle'sairturbulence.
Maximum Towable Weight
Trailer
Tongue
With
3.3L
2.4L
2000 (900)
1500 (675)
1000 (450)
200
(90)
Brake
Without Brake
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| Categories | Hyundai Manuals, Hyundai Sonata Manuals |
|---|---|
| Tags | Hyundai Sonata 2.4, Hyundai Sonata 3.3 |
| Model Year | 2008 |
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| Document Type | Owners Manual |
| Language | English |
| Product Brand | Hyundai, Sonata |
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