1996 Chevrolet S10 Pickup Owner's Manual - Page 179

If Ydu Do DecideTo Pull A Trailer NOTICE: Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty. To pull a trailer correctly, follow the advice in this part, and see your dealer GM for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle. Every vehicle is ready some trailer towing. If yours for was built with trailering options, as many are, it's ready for heavier trailers. But trailering is different thanjust driving your vehicleby itself. Trailering means changes in handling, durability andfuel economy. Successful, safe trailering takescorrect equipment, and it has to be used properly. That's the reason for thispart. In it are many time-tested, important trailering tips and safety rules. Many of these are importantfor your safety and thatof your passengers. So please read this section carefully before you pull a trailer. If you do, here are some important points: 0 There are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure your rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you'll be driving. A good source for this information can bestate or provincial police. Consider using a sway controlif your trailer will weigh 2,000 lbs. (900 kg) or less. You should always use a sway control if your trailer will weigh more than 2,000 lbs. (900 kg). You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls. Don't tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles (800 km) your new vehicle is driven. Your engine, axle or other parts could be damaged. 0 0 0 500 miles (800 km) that you Then, during the first tow a trailer, don't drive over 50 mph (80 k m h ) and don't make starts at full throttle. This helps your engine and otherparts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads. 4-48