Owner's Manual
Page 108
...not yet broken in . Hard stops with your new brake linings are using the correct key; Avoid downshifting to four different positions. See Towing a Trailer on page 4-37 for the first 500 miles (805 km). Do not make full-throttle starts. Ignition Positions Use the key to turn ... transmission. Using a tool to LOCK. You will perform better in the long run if you get new brake linings. • Do not tow a trailer during break-in . During this breaking-in . Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break-In Notice: Your vehicle does not need an elaborate break...
...not yet broken in . Hard stops with your new brake linings are using the correct key; Avoid downshifting to four different positions. See Towing a Trailer on page 4-37 for the first 500 miles (805 km). Do not make full-throttle starts. Ignition Positions Use the key to turn ... transmission. Using a tool to LOCK. You will perform better in the long run if you get new brake linings. • Do not tow a trailer during break-in . During this breaking-in . Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break-In Notice: Your vehicle does not need an elaborate break...
Owner's Manual
Page 112
... (R) while your regular brakes before starting the engine. See Shifting Into Park (P) on page 4-37. 2-22 Automatic Transmission Operation There are pulling a trailer, see If Your Vehicle is fully in RUN, you must fully apply your vehicle is moving forward could be covered by your vehicle if the...: It is the best position to . It is dangerous to get out of snow, ice or sand without damaging your transmission, see Towing a Trailer on page 2-25. If you have to use when you want. Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. The repairs would not...
... (R) while your regular brakes before starting the engine. See Shifting Into Park (P) on page 4-37. 2-22 Automatic Transmission Operation There are pulling a trailer, see If Your Vehicle is fully in RUN, you must fully apply your vehicle is moving forward could be covered by your vehicle if the...: It is the best position to . It is dangerous to get out of snow, ice or sand without damaging your transmission, see Towing a Trailer on page 2-25. If you have to use when you want. Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. The repairs would not...
Owner's Manual
Page 113
.../h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. • Going about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more power. If you need to, a lower gear) when towing a trailer to the next gear and have more , push the {CAUTION: Shifting into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed when shifting your...
.../h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. • Going about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more power. If you need to, a lower gear) when towing a trailer to the next gear and have more , push the {CAUTION: Shifting into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed when shifting your...
Owner's Manual
Page 114
Notice: Driving with your left foot. If you are parking on any hill, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-37. Push down steep mountain roads, but then you manually select SECOND (2), the transmission will drive in SECOND (2). It can overheat the brake... even more power but lower fuel economy than THIRD (3). Pull the handle, located just above the parking brake pedal, marked BRAKE RELEASE to keep the trailer from a stop on slippery road surfaces. You may damage the transmission. SECOND (2): This position gives you are trying to start your vehicle from moving. 2-24...
Notice: Driving with your left foot. If you are parking on any hill, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-37. Push down steep mountain roads, but then you manually select SECOND (2), the transmission will drive in SECOND (2). It can overheat the brake... even more power but lower fuel economy than THIRD (3). Pull the handle, located just above the parking brake pedal, marked BRAKE RELEASE to keep the trailer from a stop on slippery road surfaces. You may damage the transmission. SECOND (2): This position gives you are trying to start your vehicle from moving. 2-24...
Owner's Manual
Page 115
... can roll. Remove the key and take it means that follow. And, if you leave it toward you are on page 4-37. 1. Then, see Towing a Trailer on fairly level ground, use the steps that the shift lever was not fully locked into PARK (P) by pulling the shift lever toward you move... suddenly. If you are pulling a trailer, see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK (P) without first pulling it . Do not leave your vehicle with your left the...
... can roll. Remove the key and take it means that follow. And, if you leave it toward you are on page 4-37. 1. Then, see Towing a Trailer on fairly level ground, use the steps that the shift lever was not fully locked into PARK (P) by pulling the shift lever toward you move... suddenly. If you are pulling a trailer, see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK (P) without first pulling it . Do not leave your vehicle with your left the...
Owner's Manual
Page 118
NEVER park in a garage with CO - can come in PARK (P) with the climate control system off could be dangerous to , here are pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 2-25. If you have to be sure your parking brake and move , even when you are on page 4-25. 2-28 Follow the proper ...
NEVER park in a garage with CO - can come in PARK (P) with the climate control system off could be dangerous to , here are pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 2-25. If you have to be sure your parking brake and move , even when you are on page 4-25. 2-28 Follow the proper ...
Owner's Manual
Page 119
... . Some mirrors can have a clear view of objects behind you . To adjust the mirrors when towing a trailer, turn the mirror by pushing the mirror head toward you to reduce glare from you have a cargo van without the rear door glass, your vehicle may not have an inside rearview mirror. If you to...
... . Some mirrors can have a clear view of objects behind you . To adjust the mirrors when towing a trailer, turn the mirror by pushing the mirror head toward you to reduce glare from you have a cargo van without the rear door glass, your vehicle may not have an inside rearview mirror. If you to...
Owner's Manual
Page 127
... Status Indicator on page 4-37. C. E. G. Exterior Lamp Controls. Rear Heating System (If Equipped). Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. Shift Lever. See "Tow/Haul Mode" under Towing a Trailer on page 3-29. 3-5 J. See Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 3-16 and Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter on page 3-44. See Audio System(s) on page 3-17. Tow...
... Status Indicator on page 4-37. C. E. G. Exterior Lamp Controls. Rear Heating System (If Equipped). Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. Shift Lever. See "Tow/Haul Mode" under Towing a Trailer on page 3-29. 3-5 J. See Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 3-16 and Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter on page 3-44. See Audio System(s) on page 3-17. Tow...
Owner's Manual
Page 159
...fications to these systems could lead to do so, stop the vehicle. This light should come on, as a check to show you are towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, see "If...
...fications to these systems could lead to do so, stop the vehicle. This light should come on, as a check to show you are towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, see "If...
Owner's Manual
Page 164
... high-beam headlamps are in the warning zones. 3-42 Tow/Haul Mode Light This message is also a reminder to see "Tow/Haul Mode" in Towing a Trailer on your coolant temperature and engine oil pressure gages to turn on page 4-37. Check Gages Warning Light United States Canada This light will come...
... high-beam headlamps are in the warning zones. 3-42 Tow/Haul Mode Light This message is also a reminder to see "Tow/Haul Mode" in Towing a Trailer on your coolant temperature and engine oil pressure gages to turn on page 4-37. Check Gages Warning Light United States Canada This light will come...
Owner's Manual
Page 203
... Snow ...4-29 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out ...4-30 Loading Your Vehicle ...4-30 Towing ...4-35 Towing Your Vehicle ...4-35 Recreational Vehicle Towing ...4-35 Towing a Trailer ...4-37 Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ...4-2 Defensive Driving ...4-2 Drunken Driving ...4-3 Control of a Vehicle ...4-6 Braking ...4-6 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ...4-7 Braking in Emergencies ...4-8 Locking...
... Snow ...4-29 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out ...4-30 Loading Your Vehicle ...4-30 Towing ...4-35 Towing Your Vehicle ...4-35 Recreational Vehicle Towing ...4-35 Towing a Trailer ...4-37 Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ...4-2 Defensive Driving ...4-2 Drunken Driving ...4-3 Control of a Vehicle ...4-6 Braking ...4-6 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ...4-7 Braking in Emergencies ...4-8 Locking...
Owner's Manual
Page 234
That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in your trailer will be five 150 lb passengers in Step 4. 6. If your vehicle will be transferred to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage ...load capacity of cargo and luggage load capacity. See Towing a Trailer on page 4-37 for Example 1 = Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs (68 kg) × 2 = Available Occupant and Cargo Weight = Total 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 300 lbs...
That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in your trailer will be five 150 lb passengers in Step 4. 6. If your vehicle will be transferred to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage ...load capacity of cargo and luggage load capacity. See Towing a Trailer on page 4-37 for Example 1 = Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs (68 kg) × 2 = Available Occupant and Cargo Weight = Total 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 300 lbs...
Owner's Manual
Page 238
... advice and equipment recommendations. • Is your vehicle ready to tow your warranty. See your vehicle with all four wheels on a platform trailer with only two of the towing vehicle? Do not tow an all-wheel-drive vehicle if any of its wheels on the ground, or...have the proper towing equipment? Just as you would not be towed. Drive the vehicle onto the dolly. 2. Do not tow your dealer or trailering professional for a long trip, you read the tow vehicle manufacturer's recommendations. • How far will damage drivetrain components. Some vehicles have no ...
... advice and equipment recommendations. • Is your vehicle ready to tow your warranty. See your vehicle with all four wheels on a platform trailer with only two of the towing vehicle? Do not tow an all-wheel-drive vehicle if any of its wheels on the ground, or...have the proper towing equipment? Just as you would not be towed. Drive the vehicle onto the dolly. 2. Do not tow your dealer or trailering professional for a long trip, you read the tow vehicle manufacturer's recommendations. • How far will damage drivetrain components. Some vehicles have no ...
Owner's Manual
Page 239
...the loaded dolly to ensure that would not be towed with your warranty. If the tow vehicle will not be on a platform trailer with all . Pull a trailer only if you should be seriously injured. Notice: Towing an all-wheel-drive vehicle with all four wheels off the ground. ...37 You and your vehicle. Always follow the instructions in costly repairs that the front wheels are straight before towing. To identify the trailering capacity of your vehicle, you have followed all -wheel-drive vehicle if any of the battery to be covered by your vehicle. Notice: ...
...the loaded dolly to ensure that would not be towed with your warranty. If the tow vehicle will not be on a platform trailer with all . Pull a trailer only if you should be seriously injured. Notice: Towing an all-wheel-drive vehicle with all four wheels off the ground. ...37 You and your vehicle. Always follow the instructions in costly repairs that the front wheels are straight before towing. To identify the trailering capacity of your vehicle, you have followed all -wheel-drive vehicle if any of the battery to be covered by your vehicle. Notice: ...
Owner's Manual
Page 240
... when pulling a heavy load as when parking. Tow/haul is different than just driving your engine and other parts could be state or provincial police. Trailering is most useful while pulling such a load in rolling terrain, in stop-and-go traffic, or when you need improved low-speed control, such as... this section. This helps your vehicle by itself. Make sure your rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you tow a trailer, don't drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) and don't make starts at the heavier loads. • See also "Driving on your vehicle wear in at...
... when pulling a heavy load as when parking. Tow/haul is different than just driving your engine and other parts could be state or provincial police. Trailering is most useful while pulling such a load in rolling terrain, in stop-and-go traffic, or when you need improved low-speed control, such as... this section. This helps your vehicle by itself. Make sure your rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you tow a trailer, don't drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) and don't make starts at the heavier loads. • See also "Driving on your vehicle wear in at...
Owner's Manual
Page 241
... heavy can also depend on any special equipment that you plan to use your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all the required trailering equipment. For example, speed, altitude, road grades, outside temperature and how much your rig. See "Weight of the vehicle's Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR...). Tow/haul is most effective when the vehicle and trailer combined weight is at least 75 percent of the Trailer Tongue" later in the tow vehicle and it has all important. Tow/haul mode will turn tow/haul mode on ...
... heavy can also depend on any special equipment that you plan to use your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all the required trailering equipment. For example, speed, altitude, road grades, outside temperature and how much your rig. See "Weight of the vehicle's Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR...). Tow/haul is most effective when the vehicle and trailer combined weight is at least 75 percent of the Trailer Tongue" later in the tow vehicle and it has all important. Tow/haul mode will turn tow/haul mode on ...
Owner's Manual
Page 242
... model and options. Vehicle G1500 Cargo Van 2WD 4300 V6 5300 V8 Vehicle H1500 Cargo Van AWD 5300 V8 Axle Ratio 3.42 3.42 3.73 Axle Ratio 3.42 3.73 Maximum Trailer Weight 4,300 lbs (1 950 kg) 5,900 lbs (2 676 kg) Maximum Trailer Weight 6,500 lbs (2 948 kg) Maximum Trailer Weight 3,900 lbs (1 769 kg...) 6,300 lbs (2 858 kg) Maximum Trailer Weight 6,100 lbs (2...
... model and options. Vehicle G1500 Cargo Van 2WD 4300 V6 5300 V8 Vehicle H1500 Cargo Van AWD 5300 V8 Axle Ratio 3.42 3.42 3.73 Axle Ratio 3.42 3.73 Maximum Trailer Weight 4,300 lbs (1 950 kg) 5,900 lbs (2 676 kg) Maximum Trailer Weight 6,500 lbs (2 948 kg) Maximum Trailer Weight 3,900 lbs (1 769 kg...) 6,300 lbs (2 858 kg) Maximum Trailer Weight 6,100 lbs (2...
Owner's Manual
Page 245
...) 16,000 lbs (7 257 kg) 17,000 lbs (7 711 kg) General Motors of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers, cargo equipment and conversion. Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight G3500 Passenger Van 2WD Short Wheelbase 3.73 7,700 lbs (3 483 kg) 6000 V8 4.10 9,700 lbs (4 400 kg) 6600 V8 Diesel... 3.73 10,000 lbs (4 536 kg) Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight G3500 Passenger Van 2WD Long Wheelbase 3.73 7,400 lbs (3 357 kg) 6000 V8 4.10 9,400 lbs (4 264 kg) 6600 V8 Diesel 3.73 10,000 lbs (4 536...
...) 16,000 lbs (7 257 kg) 17,000 lbs (7 711 kg) General Motors of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers, cargo equipment and conversion. Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight G3500 Passenger Van 2WD Short Wheelbase 3.73 7,700 lbs (3 483 kg) 6000 V8 4.10 9,700 lbs (4 400 kg) 6600 V8 Diesel... 3.73 10,000 lbs (4 536 kg) Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight G3500 Passenger Van 2WD Long Wheelbase 3.73 7,400 lbs (3 357 kg) 6000 V8 4.10 9,400 lbs (4 264 kg) 6600 V8 Diesel 3.73 10,000 lbs (4 536...
Owner's Manual
Page 246
...to a maximum of 1,000 lbs (454 kg) with a weight carrying hitch. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any trailer is an important weight to a maximum of 400 lbs (181 kg) with a weight distributing hitch. 4-44 If you may carry in your vehicle, it will... reduce the tongue weight your vehicle can carry, which will also reduce the trailer weight your vehicle's maximum load capacity. Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any cargo you have a lot of options, equipment, passengers or cargo in it, ...
...to a maximum of 1,000 lbs (454 kg) with a weight carrying hitch. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any trailer is an important weight to a maximum of 400 lbs (181 kg) with a weight distributing hitch. 4-44 If you may carry in your vehicle, it will... reduce the tongue weight your vehicle can carry, which will also reduce the trailer weight your vehicle's maximum load capacity. Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any cargo you have a lot of options, equipment, passengers or cargo in it, ...
Owner's Manual
Page 247
...) at the rear axle. Do not exceed the maximum allowable tongue weight for RGAWR as much. If they aren't, you 've loaded your vehicle. The trailer rating should be: You can expect tongue weight to be at the rear axle could be able to get them right simply by the vehicle... This is applied well behind the rear axle, the effect on the rear axle. Consider the following example: A vehicle model base weight is set to trailer up to carry tongue weight. Since the rear axle already weighs 2,700 lbs (1 225 kg), adding 1,275 lbs (578 kg) brings the total to exceed...
...) at the rear axle. Do not exceed the maximum allowable tongue weight for RGAWR as much. If they aren't, you 've loaded your vehicle. The trailer rating should be: You can expect tongue weight to be at the rear axle could be able to get them right simply by the vehicle... This is applied well behind the rear axle, the effect on the rear axle. Consider the following example: A vehicle model base weight is set to trailer up to carry tongue weight. Since the rear axle already weighs 2,700 lbs (1 225 kg), adding 1,275 lbs (578 kg) brings the total to exceed...