2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Extended Cab Owner Manual - Page 350

9-96 Driving and Operating Weight Distributing Hitch Usage Optional Vehicle Series 1500 Trailer Weight Up to 7,000 lb Hitch Distribution Refer to trailer manufacturer 's recommendation 50% Refer to trailer manufacturer 's recommendation 1500 2500/3500 Over 7,000 lb Up to 18,000 lb Required Optional When using a weight-distributing hitch, measure distance (1) before coupling the trailer to the hitch ball. Measure the height again after the trailer is coupled and adjust the spring bars so the distance (1) is as close as possible to halfway between the two measurements. (kingpin weight) on the tow vehicle than conventional trailers. Make sure this weight does not cause the vehicle to exceed GAWR or GVWR. Fifth-wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight should be 15 to 25 percent of the trailer weight up to the maximum amount specified in the trailering chart for the vehicle. See "Weight of the Trailer" under Trailer Towing on page 9-81. The hitch should be located in the pickup bed so that its centerline is over or slightly in front of the rear axle. Take care that it is not so far Fifth-Wheel and Gooseneck Trailering 1. Body to Ground Distance 2. Front of Vehicle Fifth-wheel and gooseneck trailers can be used with many pickup models. These trailers place a larger percentage of the weight