Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips
WARNING!
The driver can lose control when
pulling a trailer if the correct
equipment is not used or the
vehicle is not driven properly.
For example, if the trailer is too
heavy, the brakes may not work
well—or even at all. The driver
and passengers could be
seriously injured. The vehicle may
also be damaged; the resulting
repairs would not be covered by
the vehicle warranty. Pull a trailer
only if all the steps in this section
have been followed. Ask your
dealer for advice and information
about towing a trailer with the
vehicle.
The vehicle can tow a trailer if it is equipped with the proper trailer towing equipment. To identify the trailering capacity of the vehicle, see Trailer Towing (Except CTS-V and Coupe) or Trailer Towing (CTS-V and Coupe). Trailering changes handling, acceleration, braking, durability, and fuel economy.
With the added weight, the engine, transmission, wheel assemblies, and tires are forced to work harder and under greater loads.
The trailer also adds wind resistance, increasing the pulling requirements. For safe trailering, correctly use the proper trailering equipment.
The following information has important trailering tips and rules for your safety and that of your passengers. Read this section carefully before pulling a trailer.
See also:
Infotainment
Read the following pages to become familiar with the audio system's
features.
WARNING
Taking your eyes off the road for extended periods could cause a crash
resulting in injury or death to you ...
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
If available, this feature will alert you to vehicles located in the vehicle's
side blind zone. When the system detects a vehicle in the side blind zone, the SBZA
display will light up in the ...
Starting the Vehicle
1. Aim the Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter at the vehicle.
2. Press and release .
3. Immediately after completing
Step 2, press and hold for at
least four seconds or until the
vehicl ...