1996 Chevrolet Tahoe Owner's Manual - Page 222
1996 Chevrolet Tahoe Manual
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When the towing service arrives, let the tow operator know that this manual contains thesetowing instructions. The operator may want to see them. A vehicle can fall from a car'carrier if it isn't adequately secured. This can cause a collision, serious personalinjury andvehicle damage. The vehicle should be tightly secured with chains or steel cables before it is transported. Don't use substitutes (ropes, leather straps, canvas webbing, etc.) that can be cut by sharp edges underneath thetowed vehicle. I I A CAUTIO!\ : To help avoid injury toyou or others: 0 Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed. Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds. Never tow with damaged parts not fully secured. 0 Never get under your vehicle after it has been liftedby the tow truck. 0 Always use separate safety chains on each side when towing vehicle. a When your vehicle is being towed, have the ignition key in the off position. The steering wheel should be clamped in a straight-ahead position, with a clamping device designed for towing service. Do not use the vehicle's steering column lock for this. The transmission and transfer case, if you have one, should be in NEUTRAL (N) and the parking brake released. Don't have your vehicle towed on the drive wheels unless you must. If the vehicle must be towed on the drive wheels, be sure to follow the speed and distance restrictions later in this section or your transmission will be damaged. If these limitations must be exceeded, then the drive wheels have to be supported on a dolly. 5-7