1994 GMC Safari Owner's Manual - Page 178

I NOTICE: Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty. To pull a trailer correctly, follow the advice in this section, and see GM your dealer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle. Every vehicle is ready for some trailer towing. If it was built withtrailering options, as many are, it's readyfor heavier trailers. But trailering is different than just driving your vehicleby 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 reasonfor this section. In it are many time-tested, important trailering tips and safety rules. Many these are important for your safety of and that of your passengers. So please read this section carefully before you pull a trailer. If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do, here are some important points. 0 There are many different laws having to do with trailering. Make sure your rig willbe 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. Consider using a sway control if your trailer will weigh2,000 pounds (900 kg) or less. You should always use a sway control if your trailer will weigh more than 2,000 pounds (900 kg). You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls. 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. Then, during the first 500 miles (800 km) that you tow a trailer, don't drive over 50 mph (80 k d h ) and don't makestarts at full throttle. This helps your engine and otherparts of your vehicle wearin at the heavier loads. You should use "D" (Drive) when towing a trailer. Operating your vehicle in "D" (Drive) when towing a trailer will minimize heat buildup and extend thelife of your transmission. 0 0 0 0 Three important considerations have to do with weight: 4-24