Can the Curt Weight Distribution System with Sway Control be Set Up to Allow Backing Up
Question:
I have a 2001 GMC Yukon XL SLT Is there a way to set the C17422 up to allow backing up a trailer?
asked by: Chad
Expert Reply:
To be able to backup your trailer while the Curt Weight Distribution System with Sway Control, Trunnion Bar # C17422 is installed on the Yukon XL and the trailer, you will want to disengage the friction sway control bar. The sway control bar is the aspect of the system that requires the warning to not back up while the system in installed because it could be damaged in the process of backing up if the trailer were to turn too sharply.
If you will need to execute a sharp turn while backing up, it is best to not only disengage the sway bar, but also to remove it from the hitch and trailer. This is a fairly simply process of turning off the sway bar and pulling the pins to remove the bar from the sway bar balls.
With the sway bar removed from the trailer, you are free to back up your trailer.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Curt Short-Arm Weight Distribution System with Sway Control - Trunnion Bar - 15K GTW, 1.5K TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- No Sway
- Includes Shank
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Does Not Allow Backing Up
- 1100 lbs
- 1200 lbs
- 1300 lbs
- 1400 lbs
- CURT
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Q&A: Recommended Drop Shank for Weight Distribution Systems
- Article: 5 Things to Know About Weight Distribution Hitches
- Q&A: How Are the Curt Short-Arm Weight Distribution System Spring Bars Measured
- Q&A: Recommended Weight Distribution System for V-Nose Trailer
- Q&A: Can Curt Short Arm Weight Distribution be Used on Trailer With 28 Inch Tongue
- Q&A: How to Attach Chain Style Spring Bars to a 4 Inch Wide Trailer Frame
- Q&A: Do You have to Use the Trailer Jack to be Able to Attach Spring Bar Chains to Chain Hangers
- Article: 2 Steps for Finding the Right Weight Distribution Hitch Size
- Article: Which Sway Control Hitch is Right For Your Trailer?
- Q&A: Selecting Weight Distribution Hitch for 2015 Ford F-150 Towing 2019 Grand Design Imagine 2400BH
- Article: Determining Trailer Tongue Weight
- Article: How to Measure for Trailer Hitch Drop
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Article: How to Install a Weight Distribution Hitch (With Pictures & Video)