VUE AWD V6-3.5L VIN 4 (2004)
Towing Information: Technical Service Bulletins
Vehicle - Trailer/RV and Disabled Vehicle Towing
Bulletin No.: 07-00-89-054
Date: November 01, 2007
INFORMATION
Subject:
Trailer, Recreational and Disabled Vehicle Towing Information
Models:
2003-2007 Saturn ION
2005-2007 Saturn Relay
2002-2007 Saturn VUE
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide retailers with a summary of trailer, recreational, and disabled towing information for 2003-2007 Saturn
vehicles. Important changes to Owner Manual information will be described as well.
2005-2007 Saturn Relay
This section of the bulletin summarizes the following towing information:
Trailer Weight Information
Recreational Vehicle Towing Information
Disabled Towing Information
Trailer Weight Information
For all powertrain combinations, the trailer should never weigh more than 2,000 lbs. (907 kg) (3,500 lbs [1,588 kg] if equipped with trailer towing
provisions [RPO V92]). The Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR), the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer
including any passengers, cargo, equipment and conversion, should never exceed 7,000 lbs. (3,175 kg) (8,500 lbs [3,856 kg] if equipped with trailer
provisions [RPO V92]). Other important considerations include speed, altitude, road grades, outside temperature and how often the vehicle is used to
pull a trailer. Special equipment present on the vehicle may also affect trailer towing capacity. Retailers should refer customers to the appropriate model
year Saturn Relay Owner Manual for important trailering tips, vehicle maintenance, and safety rules before towing a trailer.
To help prevent transmission fluid overheating with a 3.9L engine, do not tow a 2,500 lb (1,135 kg) or heavier trailer on long or steep grades at
temperatures over 109°F (43°C) or a 3,500 lb (1,589 kg) trailer on long or steep grades above 95°F (35°C).
Recreational Vehicle Towing Information
Recreational vehicle towing means towing the vehicle behind another vehicle-such as behind a motorhome. The two most common types of recreational
vehicle towing are known as "dinghy towing" (towing the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground) and "dolly towing" (towing the vehicle with two
wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device known as a "dolly"). Not all Saturn Relay vehicles can be "dinghy" or "dolly" towed.
