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Towing & parking

Pro Trailer Backup Assist

Your truck can steer the trailer for you.

  1. Hook up and set up the trailer in the truck's trailer menu (first time only).
  2. Shift into Reverse and press the Pro Trailer Backup Assist button.
  3. Hands off the wheel. Turn the knob the way you want the trailer to go.
  4. Control speed with the brake and throttle. Let go of the knob to straighten out.
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