But in paragraph 1.5 the following statement is provided: "Don't tow a trailer during the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km) of operation". Does this mean trailer towing is permissable after all?

There are several hitch manufacturers that provide hitches for this car. Some of them recommend an insulation shield be trimmed during the installation. Another manufacturer recommends the shield be removed altogether. Could the alteration or removal of this part present a hazard?