Trailer towing, Trailer towing -77, Allow – CHEVROLET 2011 Suburban User Manual

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Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban Owner Manual - 2011

Driving and Operating

9-77

Leaving After Parking on a Hill

1. Apply and hold the brake pedal.

2. Start the engine.

3. Shift into a gear.

4. Release the parking brake.

5. Let up on the brake pedal.

6. Drive slowly until the trailer is

clear of the chocks.

7. Stop and have someone pick up

and store the chocks.

Maintenance When Trailer
Towing

The vehicle needs service more
often when pulling a trailer. See this
manual's Maintenance Schedule or
Index for more information. Things
that are especially important in
trailer operation are automatic
transmission fluid, engine oil, axle
lubricant, belts, cooling system and
brake system. It is a good idea to
inspect these before and during
the trip.

Check periodically to see that all
hitch nuts and bolts are tight.

Trailer Towing

If the vehicle has a hybrid engine,
see the Hybrid supplement for more
information.

Do not tow a trailer during break‐in.
See New Vehicle Break-In on
page 9‑27
for more information.

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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.

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