Use the table below to help determine the cause of the problem. The numbers indicate the priority of the possible cause of the problem. Check each part in order. If necessary, replace these parts.
Symptom |
Suspected Area |
Bottoming |
|
Sways/pitches |
|
Front wheel shimmy |
|
Abnormal tire wear |
|
Vehicle pull |
|
Selecting trailer ball
Use the correct trailer ball for your application.
Trailer ball load rating
matches or exceeds the gross
trailer weight rating of the trailer.
Ball diameter
matches the size of the trailer coupler.
Most couplers are stamped
with the required trailer ball size.
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