Recreational Vehicle; Towing - Chevrolet 2012 Malibu Owner's Manual

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Recreational Vehicle

Towing

Recreational vehicle towing means
towing the vehicle behind another
vehicle, such as behind a motor
home. The two most common types
of recreational vehicle towing are
known as dinghy towing and dolly
towing. Dinghy towing is towing the
vehicle with all four wheels on the
ground. Dolly towing is towing the
vehicle with two wheels on the
ground and two wheels up on a
device known as a dolly.
Here are some important things
to consider before recreational
vehicle towing:
.
The towing capacity of the
towing vehicle. Be sure to read
the tow vehicle manufacturer's
recommendations.
.
How far the vehicle will be
towed. Some vehicles have
restrictions on how far and
how long they can tow.
.
Does the vehicle have the
proper towing equipment.
See your dealer or trailering
professional for additional
advice and equipment
recommendations.
.
Is the vehicle ready to be towed.
Just as preparing the vehicle
for a long trip, make sure the
vehicle is prepared to be towed.
Dinghy Towing
Notice: If the vehicle 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. Do not
tow the vehicle with all four
wheels on the ground.
The vehicle was not designed to be
towed with all four wheels on the
ground. If the vehicle must be
towed, a dolly should be used.
See "Dolly Towing" that follows for
more information.