Dinghy Towing - GMC 2003 Sonoma Owner's Manual

Dinghy Towing

Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles Only
Notice: Towing your vehicle with all four wheels on
the ground will damage drivetrain components.
Your two-wheel-drive vehicle should not be towed with
all four wheels on the ground. Your transmission
has no provision for internal lubrication while being
towed. To properly to your vehicle, it should be placed
on a platform trailer with all four wheels off the
ground. Towing with all four wheels on the ground
should be avoided.
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In rare cases when it's unavoidable and your vehicle
must be towed with all four wheels on the ground,
the propeller shaft to axle yoke orientation should be
marked and the propeller shaft removed following
the applicable service manual removal/installation
procedure. See Service Publications Ordering
Information on page 7-11 .
Dust or dirt can enter the back of the transmission
through the opening created by removing the propeller
shaft if proper protection is not provided. Also, check
the transmission fluid level before driving the vehicle.
When towing your vehicle, turn the ignition to OFF.
To prevent your battery from draining while towing,
remove the RDO BATT and CLSTR fuses from
the instrument panel fuse block. Be sure to replace the
fuse when you reach your destination. See Fuses
and Circuit Breakers on page 5-93 . Be sure to use the
proper towing equipment designed for recreational
vehicle towing. Follow the instructions for the towing
equipment.