1997 Chevrolet Cavalier Owner's Manual - Page 198
1997 Chevrolet Cavalier Manual
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Towing a Trailer (Models with 2.4L Engine and 4-Speed Automatic Transaxle) NOTICE: I Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and resultin costlyrepairs notcovered by your warranty. To pull a trailer correctly, follow the advice in this part, and your Chevrolet see a dealer for important information about towing trailer with your vehicle. A CAUTION: -- If you don't use the correct equipment and drive properly, you can lose control whenyou pull a trailer. For example, if the traileris tooheavy, the brakes may not work well or even at all. You and your passengers could seriously injured. be Pull a trailer only if you havefollowed all the steps inthis section. Ask your Chevrolet dealer for advice and information about towing a trailer with your vehicle. Do not tow a trailer if your vehicleis equipped with a 2.2L (Code 4) engine. You also cannot tow a trailer if your vehicleis equipped with a manual or a three-speed automatic transaxle, or is a convertible model.