Buick LaCrosse 2011 Owner's Manual page 306

9-56 Driving and Operating
Driving Characteristics
and Towing Tips
WARNING
The driver can lose control when
pulling a trailer if the correct
equipment is not used or the
vehicle is not driven properly.
For example, if the trailer is
too heavy, the brakes may
not work well or even at all.
The driver and passengers
could be seriously injured.
The vehicle may also be
damaged; the resulting repairs
would not be covered by the
vehicle warranty. Pull a trailer
only if all the steps in this section
have been followed. Ask your
dealer for advice and information
about towing a trailer with the
vehicle.
The vehicle can tow a trailer when
equipped with the proper trailer
towing equipment. For trailering
capacity, see Trailer Towing on
page 9 60. Trailering changes
handling, acceleration, braking,
durability and fuel economy.
With the added weight, the engine,
transmission, wheel assemblies and
tires are forced to work harder and
under greater loads. The trailer also
adds wind resistance, increasing
the pulling requirements. For safe
trailering, correctly use the proper
trailering equipment.
The following information has
important trailering tips and rules
for your safety and that of your
passengers. Read this section
carefully before pulling a trailer.
I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :
Pulling a Trailer
Here are some important points:
There are many laws, including
speed limit restrictions that apply
to trailering. Check for legal
requirements.
Do not tow a trailer at all during
the first 1 600 km (1,000 mi)
the new vehicle is driven.
The engine, axle or other
parts could be damaged.
During the first 800 km (500 mi)
that a trailer is towed, do not
drive over 80 km/h (50 mph)
and do not make starts at full
throttle. This reduces wear on
the vehicle.
The vehicle can tow in D (Drive).
Use a lower gear if the
transmission shifts too often.