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Curt Manufacturing Inc., may repair or replace the product, at their option, when the product is returned, prepaid, with proof of purchase. Alteration to, misuse of, or improper installation of
this product voids the warranty. Curt Manufacturing Inc.'s liability is limited to repair or replacement of products found to be defective, and specifically excludes liability for incidental or
consequential loss or damage.
17000, 17001, 17002 WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION KIT
INSTALLATION / OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: When selecting a shank, select the shortest unit that provides clearance with all the accessories
on the tow vehicle and the trailer. This will maximize weight distributing and handling characteristics.
DO NOT EXCEED TOWING VEHICLE MANUFACTURER'S LOAD RATINGS
INTRODUCTION
When a trailer is hitched to a tow vehicle, the tongue weight typically causes the rear of the tow vehicle to
lower and the front to raise. See Figure 1.
The purpose of a weight distributing hitch is to remove excessive weight from the tow vehicle's rear axle
and distribute it to the front wheels and the trailer wheels. See Figure 2.
SETUP DIMENSIONS
1. Line up tow vehicle and trailer on level pavement, in a straight-ahead position, uncoupled.
2. For vehicles with air springs, air shocks or automatic leveling systems, check vehicle owner's manual.
Unless otherwise specified, level the vehicle with the vehicle loaded as it will be when towing. Deactivate
load leveling system before coupling trailer and adjusting spring bars.
3. Measure and record uncoupled height on front and rear wheel openings to pavement and level trailer
coupler height. See figure 3.
F = _________________ R = _________________ H = _________________
Figure 1
Figure 2
Figure 3
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