Connecting the trailer

Precautions when connecting

  • Connect the trailer after the vehicle's mileage reaches approximately 1,600 km.

  • Follow the relevant regulations for trailer towing.

  • When towing a trailer, have the vehicle inspected more frequently.

  • When renting a trailer, follow the guidelines of the trailer rental company.

  • When connecting the trailer to the vehicle, only use the connector that supports the vehicle and trailer function.

  • Select the connector that matches the trailer brake's specifications.

    • European standard 13-pin connector: Inertia/surge/no brakes

    • American/Australian standard 7-pin connector: American/Australian electronic brake

  • Include the weight of the trailer coupler when calculating the total weight of the vehicle.

  • Do not exceed the vehicle's load limits.

How to connect

  1. Connect the trailer to the vehicle according to the trailer manufacturer's towing guidelines, and then engage the trailer's electric connector to the vehicle.

  2. Turn on the engine and set the trailer profile settingsin the Trailer menu of the infotainment system.

  3. Once the trailer is recognized by the vehicle, trailer-related content will be displayed on the infotainment system screen and you can set the brake type and the gain value.

  4. When a trailer is connected, a warning message will appear on the instrument cluster indicating that the trailer is connected and the operation of the driver assistance system is limited. Some driver assistance functions may be deactivated.

  5. Check the Trailer Connection Checklist on the infotainment system.

  6. When disconnecting the trailer, unplug the trailer connector and then press the vehicle's brake pedal to deactivate the trailer. The driver assistance system that was deactivated will be activated with the settings from before connecting the trailer. (If a genuine trailer brake controller that is connected upon delivery is activated)

CAUTION

  • Always attach safety chains between the vehicle and the trailer. Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the trailer hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer. Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for attaching safety chains.

  • Always leave enough slack so you can turn with your trailer.

  • Never allow safety chains to touch the ground.

NOTE

  • Connect the trailer with the engine off.

    If the trailer fails to detect the trailer connection, press the brake pedal and confirm the messages displayed on the cluster.

    Engage safety chains according to the trailer manufacturer's guidelines. Leave enough slack for turning tight corners. Be careful not to let chains drag on the ground.

    Do not attach safety chains to the vehicle bumper. Connect safety chains to the vehicle's tow hooks.

    For a trailer with an electronic brake system, select either the electronic lightweight or electronic heavyweight options. For a trailer with an electronic hydraulic brake system, select either electronic hydraulic lightweight or electronic hydraulic heavyweight options. (Lightweight standard: 0~1,750 kg, heavyweight standard: 1,750~3,500 kg)

    You can save the trailer mileage and brake settings in the trailer profile.

    If the trailer is equipped with inertia/surge brakes or has no brakes, select N/A in the brake type.