Chevrolet Silverado 2006 Spécifications télécharger pdf (Page 391)

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Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience.

Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get

to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of

handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer.

And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are

driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as

responsive as your vehicle is by itself.

Before you start, check all trailer hitch parts and

attachments, safety chains, electrical connector, lamps,

tires and mirror adjustment. If the trailer has electric

brakes, start your vehicle and trailer moving and then

apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure

the brakes are working. This lets you check your

electrical connection at the same time.

During your trip, check occasionally to be sure that the

load is secure, and that the lamps and any trailer

brakes are still working.

While towing a trailer or when exposed to long periods

of sunshine, the ﬂoor of the truck bed may become

very warm. Avoid putting items in the truck bed

that might be affected by high ambient temperatures.

Following Distance

Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as

you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer.

This can help you avoid situations that require

heavy braking and sudden turns.

Passing

You’ll need more passing distance up ahead when

you’re towing a trailer. And, because you’re a good deal

longer, you’ll need to go much farther beyond the

passed vehicle before you can return to your lane.

Backing Up

Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand.

Then, to move the trailer to the left, just move that hand

to the left. To move the trailer to the right, move your

hand to the right. Always back up slowly and, if possible,

have someone guide you.

Making Turns

Notice: Making very sharp turns while trailering

could cause the trailer to come in contact with the

vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged. Avoid

making very sharp turns while trailering.

When you’re turning with a trailer, make wider turns

than normal. Do this so your trailer won’t strike

soft shoulders, curbs, road signs, trees or other objects.

Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers. Signal well in

advance.

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