1998 Mercury Villager Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 240

Trailer Tow Module (If equipped) The trailer tow module on your vehicle (if equipped) allows turn/stop lamp control on a trailer being towed by your vehicle. The trailer tow package includes: Ⅵ trailer tow module which is protected by the vehicle stop lamp fuse Ⅵ one SAE J1239 specified connector Ⅵ one extension harness within the rear bumper Ⅵ heavy duty battery Ⅵ full size spare If you need further assistance in wiring a trailer to your vehicle, contact your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. Driving While You Tow Be especially careful when driving while you tow a trailer. Never drive faster than 45 mph (70 km/h) when you tow in hilly country on hot days. Also, anticipate stops so that you can brake gradually. If you use the speed control while you are towing on very long, steep grades, the speed control may shut off automatically. This is caused by the decrease of vehicle speed 5 mph (8 km/h) lower than set speed. When descending a steep grade with a trailer, operate in Drive rather than Overdrive. If additional braking is needed, shift into 2 (Second) or 1 (First) gear. Servicing Your Vehicle If You Tow If you tow a trailer for a long distance, your vehicle will need to be serviced more frequently than usual. See the Maintenance Schedule booklet in the Owner's portfolio. 236