Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2023 Owner's Manual page 405

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Vehicle Care
ground. Dolly towing is towing the vehicle
with two wheels on the ground and two
wheels on a dolly.
Here are some important things to consider
before recreational vehicle towing:
Before towing the vehicle, become
familiar with the local laws that apply to
recreational vehicle towing. These laws
may vary by region.
The towing capacity of the towing
vehicle. Read the tow vehicle
manufacturer's recommendations.
How far the vehicle can be towed. Some
vehicles have restrictions on how far and
how long the vehicle can be towed.
Whether the vehicle has the proper
towing equipment. See your dealer or
trailering professional for additional
advice and equipment recommendations.
Whether the vehicle is ready to be towed.
Just as preparing the vehicle for a long
trip, make sure the vehicle is prepared to
be towed.
Follow the tow vehicle manufacturer s
instructions. See your dealer or trailering
professional for additional advice and
equipment recommendations.
Caution
Use of a shield mounted in front of the
vehicle grille could restrict airflow and
cause damage to the transmission. The
repairs would not be covered by the
vehicle warranty. If using a shield, only
use one that attaches to the towing
vehicle.
Dinghy Towing (Two-Wheel-Drive
Vehicles and Vehicles with a
Single-Speed Transfer Case)
Caution
If a vehicle with two-wheel drive or a
single-speed transfer case is towed with
all four wheels on the ground, the
drivetrain components could be damaged.
The repairs would not be covered by the
vehicle warranty.
Two-wheel-drive vehicles and vehicles with a
single-speed transfer case should not be
towed with all four wheels on the ground.
Dinghy Towing (Vehicles with a
Two-Speed Transfer Case)

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