Kia EV2: Trailer towing: (if equipped) / Safety chains

Kia EV2 (QV1, 2026-2026) Owner's Manual / Driving your vehicle / Trailer towing: (if equipped) / Safety chains

Always attach heavy-duty safety chains between your Kia EV2 and your trailer. Cross the safety chains in an X-pattern underneath the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will be caught and prevented from dropping directly onto the road surface if it ever accidentally separates from the main trailer hitch ball.

Detailed instructions regarding safety chains are usually provided by the trailer hitch or trailer manufacturer. Always follow their specific recommendations for proper safety chain attachment. Always leave just enough slack in the chains so that you can execute sharp turns safely with your trailer without binding, but never allow the safety chains to drag on the ground while driving.

Hitches

It is critically important to use the correct trailer hitch equipment on your Kia EV2. Strong crosswinds, turbulence from large passing trucks, and rough road surfaces are just a few reasons why having the right frame-mounted hitch is essential...

Trailer brakes

If your trailer is equipped with an integrated braking system, make sure that it strictly conforms to your state or regional regulatory requirements, and that it is properly installed and functioning correctly before hitting the road...

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