Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV III 3 owners manual page 235

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B０0203201E３.book 72 ページ㸰㸮㸯㸱年㸯㸯月㸯９日　火曜日　午前㸯㸯時５㸮分 Towing caravans and trailers brake/hitch requirements, adjust the positionExample place restrictions in front of the radiator of the load in the trailer to achieve the specifi- (water bags, driving lamps, insect screens, cation requirements. non MITSUBISHI MOTORS approved bull- Select the appropriate hitch combination bars, etc.) as they restrict air flows. which is to be used in conjunction with the Check that tow bar fixing bolts are tightened MITSUBISHI MOTORS approved parts tow- to specification. bar. If you use the load distributing hitch, it must be installed in accordance with the man- After a loaded caravan has been connected to ufacturer’s instructions. the vehicle, there may be a slight change in It is recommended that two safety chains are vehicle attitude which for your night driving 7 used. The chains should be crossed under the safety may require the headlamps to be re- trailer draw bar so that the draw bar is pre-Operating hints aimed. vented from touching the ground if it becomes detached from the vehicle. The Driver preparation chains must not stop the trailer from turning freely. Correct load rated shackles must beVehicle preparation If you have never towed before, connect your used to attach the chains. In some states and trailer or caravan and take it for a run over territories, a single safety chain is permittedHave your vehicle serviced prior to towing afamiliar ground in your own district. Feel the by regulation. Be sure it is attached with cor-heavy trailer or caravan, taking particulardifference in acceleration, handling and brak- rect load rated shackles. care of the state of Plug-in Hybrid EV Systeming and you are less likely to be surprised if For further information about the selectiontune, the condition of brakes, steering andan emergency does occur, when you are away and use of towing equipment, consult a MIT-tyres. from home territory. The other driving mem- SUBISHI MOTORS Authorised Service bers of your family should also become Point. Adjust tyre pressures to those quoted for afamiliar with the vehicle in this condition. fully laden vehicle (see Tyre placard). Check the tyres, wiring and brakes (if fitted)Hill climbing on the caravan / trailer. Have the cooling system checked and ensureIf particularly steep or long downgrades are that the radiator intake is clear to allow maxi-encountered, avoid “riding” the brakes. mum air flow through the radiator. Do notApply the brakes firmly to reduce speed and then remove your foot from the pedal to 7-72 Starting and driving

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