Towing A Trailer - Buick Enclave 2008 Owner's Manual

Towing Your Vehicle From the Rear
Notice: Towing your vehicle from the rear could
damage it. Also, repairs would not be covered by
the warranty. Never have your vehicle towed
from the rear.
Do not tow your vehicle from the rear.

Towing a Trailer

CAUTION:
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If you do not use the correct equipment and
drive properly, you can lose control when you
pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is too
heavy, the brakes may not work well — or even
at all. You and your passengers could be
seriously injured. You may also damage your
vehicle; the resulting repairs would not be
covered by your warranty. Pull a trailer only if
you have followed all the steps in this section.
Ask your dealer/retailer for advice and
information about towing a trailer with your
vehicle.
To identify the trailering capacity of your vehicle, you
should read the information in "Weight of the Trailer" that
appears later in this section. But trailering is different than
just driving your vehicle by itself. Trailering means
changes in handling, acceleration, braking, durability and
fuel economy. Successful, safe trailering takes correct
equipment, and it has to be used properly.
That is the reason for this part. In it are many time-tested,
important trailering tips and safety rules. Many of these
are important for your safety and that of your passengers.
So please read this section carefully before you pull a
trailer.
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