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Originally Posted by Tfryman

"Tow mode" or more accurately Tow/Haul Mode is a transmission mode that has been in trucks for years. Normally engaged by pressing a button on the end of the transmission lever, it changes the performance characteristics of the transmission, mostly how/when it shifts, to make it more appropriate when towing or hauling a large load.



Do you need to use it? No. Should you use it? Yes, when it assists your driving situation. Some people go into Tow/Haul mode in their MH as soon as they start it, others never use it.



I don't use it even when towing when I am accelerating or driving on fairly flat roads. I will use it when I am coming to a stop as it causes the transmission to downshift more aggressively and assists the brakes. That is why it should always be used in mountainous driving, plus you can force a downshift by tapping the brake.

Tfryman thanks for the information! I was just wondering when most folks use the tow/haul mode when towing their toad of choice.