2006 Saab 9-2X Owner's Manual - Page 214

8-18 Driving tips count; however, be careful not to let them drag on the ground. For more information about the safety chain connection, refer to the instructions for your hitch and trailer. vide a good rearward field of view without significant blind spots. If significant blind spots occur with the vehicle's standard side mirrors, use towing mirrors that conform with Federal, state/province and/or other applicable regulations. q Trailer lights Connection of trailer lights to your vehicle's electrical system requires modifications to the vehicle's lighting circuit to increase its capacity and accommodate wiring changes. To ensure the trailer lights are connected properly, please consult your Saab dealer. Check for proper operation of the turn signals, the brake lights and parking lights each time you hitch up. proper inflation pressure should be in accordance with the trailer manufacturer's specifications. In the event your vehicle gets a flat tire when towing a trailer, ask a commercial road service to repair the flat tire. If you carry a regular size spare tire in your vehicle or trailer as a precaution against getting a flat tire, be sure that the spare tire is firmly secured. Always use safety chains between your vehicle and the trailer. Towing a trailer without safety chains could create a traffic safety hazard if the trailer separates from the hitch due to coupling damage or hitch ball damage. q Side mirrors Direct splicing or other improper connection of trailer lights may damage your vehicle's electrical system and cause a malfunction of your vehicle's lighting system. q Tires Make sure that all the tires on your vehicle are properly inflated to the pressure specified on the tire label located on the left center pillar of your vehicle. Trailer tire condition, size, load rating and Never tow a trailer when the temporary spare tire is used. The temporary spare tire is not designed to sustain the towing load. Use of the temporary spare tire when towing can result in failure of the spare tire and/or less stability of the vehicle. ¢ Trailer towing tips — Never exceed 45 mph (72 km/h) when towing a trailer in hilly country on hot days. 800026 After hitching a trailer to your vehicle, check that the standard side mirrors pro-