2013 Chevrolet Tahoe Owner Manual - Page 322

9-62 Driving and Operating WARNING (Continued) . Towing General Towing Information Only use towing equipment that has been designed for the vehicle. Contact your dealer or trailering dealer for assistance with preparing the vehicle for towing a trailer. Read the entire section before towing a trailer. For towing a disabled vehicle, see Towing the Vehicle on page 10‑84. For towing the vehicle behind another vehicle such as a motor home, see Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 10‑84. Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips Driving with a Trailer When towing a trailer: . Place the nozzle inside the fill opening of the container before dispensing fuel, and keep it in contact with the fill opening until filling is complete. Do not smoke while pumping fuel. Become familiar with the state and local laws that apply to trailer towing. Do not tow a trailer during the first 800 km (500 miles) to prevent damage to the engine, axle, or other parts. Then during the first 800 km (500 miles) of trailer towing, do not drive over 80 km/h (50 mph) and do not make starts at full throttle. Vehicles can tow in D (Drive). Shift the transmission to a lower gear if the transmission shifts too often under heavy loads and/ or hilly conditions. . . . .