2001 Chevrolet Tracker Owner's Manual - Page 193

Towing a Trailer If you don't use the correct equipment and drive properly, you can lose control when you pull a trailer. For example, if the traileris too heavy, the brakes may not workwell or even at all. You and your passengers could be seriously injured. Pull atrailer only if you have followed all the steps in this section. Ask your dealer for advice and information about towing atrailer with your vehicle. Your vehicle can tow a trailer. identify what the To vehicle trailering capacity for your vehicle,you is should read the information in "Weight the Trailer', of that appears later in this section. But trailering is different thanjust driving your vehicle by itself. Trailering means changes in handling, durability and fuel economy. Successful,safe trailering takes correct equipment, and it has to be used properly. That's the reason for this section. it are many In 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. Load-pulling components sucn me engine, as transmission, wheel assemblies and tires forced to are of The work harder against the drag the added weight. engine is required to operate at relatively higher speeds and under greater loads, generating extra heat. What's more, the trailer adds considerably to wind resistance, increasing the pulling requirements. -- NOTICE: Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not coveredby your warranty. To pull a trailer correctly, follow the advicein this part, and your dealer for see important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle. 4-48