Cadillac 2010 owner manual Dinghy Towing

9-106 Vehicle Care

Here are some important things to consider before recreational vehicle towing:

.What is the towing capacity of the towing vehicle? Be sure to read the tow vehicle manufacturer's recommendations.

.What is the distance that will be travelled? Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can tow.

.Is the proper towing equipment going to be used? See your dealer or trailering professional for additional advice and equipment recommendations.

.Is the vehicle ready to be towed? Just as preparing the vehicle for a long trip, make sure the vehicle is prepared to be towed.

Dinghy Towing

Front-wheel‐drive and all-wheel-drive vehicles may be dinghy towed from the front. These vehicles can also be towed by placing them on a platform trailer with all four wheels off of the ground. For other towing options, see “Dolly Towing” following in this section.

Vehicles with an 2.8 L V 6 engine can be dinghy towed only for service and are restricted to a maximum distance of 100 km (60 miles) and not to exceed 80 km/h (50 mph).

Vehicles with the 3.0 L V 6 engine can be dinghy towed without distance restrictions.

Notice: If 105 km/h (65 mph) is exceeded while towing the vehicle, it could be damaged. Never exceed 105 km/h (65 mph) while towing the vehicle.

For vehicles being dinghy towed, the vehicle should be run at the beginning of each day and at each RV fuel stop for about five minutes. This will ensure proper lubrication of transmission components.

To tow the vehicle from the front with all four wheels on the ground:

1.Position the vehicle that will be towed and secure it to the towing vehicle.

2.Open the drivers door.