Kia Carens: Trailer Towing / Safety chains

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Owners Manual / Driving your vehicle / Trailer Towing / Safety chains

You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separated from the hitch. Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for attaching safety chains. Always leave just enough slack so you can turn with your trailer. And, never allow safety chains to drag on the ground.

Hitches
It's important to have the correct hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks going by, and rough roads are a few reasons why you’ll need the right hitch. Here are some rules to follow: Do you ha ...

Trailer brakes
If your trailer is equipped with a braking system, make sure it conforms to your country’s regulations and that it is properly installed and operating correctly. If your trailer weight exceeds the ...

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Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Service Manual: Engine Control Module (ECM) Repair procedures


Removal    When replacing the ECM, the vehicle equipped with the immobilizer must be performed procedure as below. [In the case of installing used ECM] 1) Perform "ECM Neutral mod ...

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Owners Manual: If you do decide to pull a trailer


Here are some important points if you decide to pull a trailer: Consider using a sway control.You can ask a hitch dealer about sway control. Do not do any towing with your car during its first 2,000 km (1,200 miles) in order to allow the engine to properly break in. Failure to heed this caution ...

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