2008 Acura RDX Owner's Manual - Page 320

Main Menu Table Of Contents Towing a Trailer Hitches Trailer Brakes Trailer Lights Any hitch used on your vehicle must be properly bolted to the underbody. Safety Chains Acura requires that any trailer with a total trailer weight of 1,000 lbs (455 kg) or more have its own brakes. If you choose electric brakes, be sure they are electronically actuated. Do not attempt to tap into your vehicle's hydraulic system. No matter how successful it may seem, any attempt to attach trailer brakes to your vehicle's hydraulic system will lower braking effectiveness and create a potential hazard. See your trailer dealer or rental agency for more information on installing electric brakes. Always use safety chains when you tow a trailer. Make sure the chains are secured to the trailer and hitch, and that they cross under the tongue and can catch the trailer if it becomes unhitched. Leave enough slack to allow the trailer to turn corners easily, but do not let the chains drag on the ground. Trailer lights and equipment must comply with federal, state/province, and local regulations. Check with your local trailer sales or rental agencies for the requirements in the area where you plan to tow, and use only equipment designed for your vehicle. 316 2008 RDX