The best advice I can offer is to become a member of Trek Tracks
http://www.trektraxs.com/ That site is dedicated solely to supporting Trek owners of all ages. You'll find others there that have already addressed the issues you're experiencing. Welcome to the world of Treks. I've got a 2004 Trek but it's on the Ford chassis which are few and far between.
Don Ford
2004 Safari Trek 31SBD (F53/V10 20,500GVW)
'09 HHR 2LT or '97 Aerostar MiniVan (Remco driveshaft disconnect) for Towed vehicles
BlueOx Aventa II Towbar - ReadyBrake Inertia Brake System