2012 Chevrolet Impala Owner's Manual - Page 223

Driving and Operating 9-39 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. See the following trailer towing information in this section: . vehicle such as a motor home, see Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 10‑66. . Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips Pulling a Trailer Here are some important points: . . Then, during the first 800 km (500 miles) that a trailer is towed, do not drive over 80 km/h (50 mph) and do not make starts at full throttle. This helps the engine and other parts of the vehicle wear in at the heavier loads. Obey speed limit restrictions when towing a trailer. Do not drive faster than the maximum posted speed for trailers, or no more than 90 km/h (55 mph), to save wear on the vehicle's parts. Do not tow a trailer when the outside temperature is above 38°C (100°F). For information on driving while towing a trailer, see "Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips." For maximum vehicle and trailer weights, see "Trailer Towing." For information on equipment to tow a trailer, see "Towing Equipment." . There are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure the rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you will be driving. A good source for this information can be state or provincial police. Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 1600 km (1,000 miles) the new vehicle is driven. The engine, transmission or other parts could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle's warranty. . . Three important considerations have to do with weight: ... . the weight of the trailer, the weight of the trailer tongue and the total weight on the vehicle's tires. For information on towing a disabled vehicle, see Towing the Vehicle on page 10‑65. For information on towing the vehicle behind another