Chevrolet 2010 Colorado, Owner'S Manual

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Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab
We are aware that some vehicle owners might consider
having the pickup box removed and a commercial or
recreational body installed. However, we recommend
that conversions of this type not be done to pickups.
Owners should be aware that, as manufactured, there
are differences between a chassis cab and a pickup
with the box removed which could affect vehicle safety.
Towing
Towing Your Vehicle
To avoid damage, the disabled vehicle should be towed
with all four wheels off the ground. Consult your dealer/
retailer or a professional towing service if the disabled
vehicle must be towed. See
Roadside Assistance
Program on page 8 ‑ 8 .
To tow the vehicle behind another vehicle for
recreational purposes, such as behind a motorhome,
see
“ Recreational Vehicle Towing ” following.
Recreational Vehicle Towing
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 and dolly towing.
Dinghy towing is towing the vehicle with all four wheels
on the ground. Dolly towing is towing the vehicle with
two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a
device known as a dolly.
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/retailer 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. See
Before Leaving on a
Long Trip on page 5 ‑ 25 .
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