Buick Enclave: Trailer Towing
Before pulling a trailer, there are three important considerations that have
to do with weight:
- The weight of the trailer.
- The weight of the trailer tongue.
- The total weight on your vehicle's tires.
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How heavy can a trailer safely be? It should never weigh more than 454 kg (1,000
lbs). But even that can be too heavy.
It depends on how the rig is used. For example, speed, altitude, road grades,
The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because
it affects the total gross weight of the vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
includes the curb weight of the vehicl
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Notice: The vehicle does not need an elaborate break-in. But it will perform
better in the long run if you follow these guidelines:
► If you have all-wheel drive, keep your speed at 88 km/h (55 mph) or less for the
first 805 km (500 mi).
► Do not drive at any one constant speed, fa
Night driving is more dangerous than day driving because
some drivers are likely to be impaired—by alcohol or
drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue.
Night driving tips include:
• Drive defensively.
• Do not drink and drive.
• Reduce headlamp glare by adjusting the inside
Weight of the Trailer
