2012 Acura MDX Owner's Manual - Page 499

Towing a Trailer Towing Equipment and Accessories Towing generally requires a variety of supplemental equipment. To ensure the best quality, we recommend that you purchase Acura equipment whenever possible. 6. Check the weight of the hitched trailer. Write this number down. 7. Check the weight of the unhitched trailer. Limit: See page 490. 8. Calculate the tongue load. Subtract the weight in step 6 from the weight in step 7. Limit: See page 490. Recommended: see page 487. Range: 5-15% for boat trailers 8-15% for other trailers Your dealer offers a trailer package that includes a hitch, a ball mount, and a wiring harness. Discuss any additional needs with your trailer sales or rental agency, and make sure all equipment is properly installed, maintained, and also meets state, federal, province, and local regulations. 492