2004 Chevrolet Express Van Owner's Manual - Page 236

If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do, here are some important points: • Then, during the first 500 miles (800 km) that you tow a trailer, don't drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) and don't make starts at full throttle. This helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads. • 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 be state or provincial police. • See also "Driving on Grades" later in this section. Three important considerations have to do with weight: • Consider using a sway control. See "Hitches" later in this section. • 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. • the weight of the trailer, • the weight of the trailer tongue • and the weight on your vehicle's tires. 4-38