Kia Carens: Trailer Towing / Loading the trailer

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Owners Manual / Driving your vehicle / Trailer Towing / Loading the trailer

The weight distribution between the car and trailer should be balanced. Make sure that the load in the trailer is equally distributed and it is not front-heavy or tail-heavy.

The heavy load in the trailer should be placed above the axle or as close as possible to the axle. And, secure loads properly on the trailer.

Trailer brakes

If your trailer is equipped with a braking system, make sure it conforms to your country’s regulations and that it is properly installed and operating correctly. If your trailer weight exceeds the ...

Tire pressure

Follow the trailer manufacturer’s tire pressure recommendations for the trailer tires. When towing, inflate tires in vehicle to the maximum permissible pressure referring to the tire pressure labe ...

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Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Service Manual: Repair procedures

Inspection Component Inspection 1. Remove the clutch switch. (Refer to Clutch Switch - "Removal") 2. Push the clutch switch in the direction of the arrow to make sure that continuity is cut off. ...

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Service Manual: Alternator Description and operation

Description The Alternator has eight built-in diodes, each rectifying AC current to DC current. Therefore, DC current appears at alternator "B" terminal. In addition, the charging voltage of this alternator is regulated by the battery voltage detection system. ...