Envoy 2WD V8-5.3L (2007)
Use extra care whenever towing another vehicle. Do not exceed the towing vehicle's gross combination weight (GCW) by adding the weight of
the dinghy towed vehicle or vehicle damage may result.
6.
When the vehicle being towed is firmly attached to the tow vehicle, release the parking brake.
7.
Replace the fuse(s) in the fuse panel when finished towing.
Tracker Models
Note:
Locking the steering column when towing your vehicle may damage the steering column. Always unlock the steering column before towing.
Important:
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Two-wheel drive Trackers cannot be dinghy towed. Two-wheel drive models MUST be towed with the rear drive wheels on a dolly.
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The towing speed must not exceed 90 km/h (55 mph).
In order to properly dinghy tow a 4WD Tracker, follow these steps:
1.
Set the parking brake.
2.
Shift the transmission into Park (AT) or second gear (MT).
3.
With the ignition key in the ON position, move the transfer case to Neutral. Make sure the 4WD indicator on the instrument panel cluster is Off.
4.
Turn the ignition key to ACC in order to unlock the steering wheel.
5.
Release the parking brake.
Stop towing the vehicle every 300 km (200 mi) and do the following steps:
1.
Start the engine of the towed vehicle.
2.
Leave the transfer case shift lever in Neutral.
3.
Shift the transmission to Drive (AT). For vehicles with (MT), leave the transmission in second gear with the clutch engaged.
4.
Run the engine at medium speed for one minute to circulate the oil through the transfer case.
2003-2007 Pontiac Vibe
Only the front wheel drive vehicles with manual transmission are designed to be dinghy towed. Use the following procedure to properly dinghy
tow these models:
1.
Place the shift lever in Neutral.
2.
Turn the ignition switch to the ACC position to avoid locking the steering wheel. Make sure that the audio system is turned off and that nothing is
plugged into the power outlets.
3.
Release the parking brake.
4.
After dinghy towing the vehicle, let the engine idle for more than three minutes before driving the vehicle.
Four Wheel Drive and All Wheel Drive Light Duty Trucks
