• Flat Tow Guide 2017
• 2017 Chevrolet Trailering Guide
• 2017 Dinghy Towing Guide Chevy Truck
• 2017 Dinghy Towing Guide Chevy Diesel
• 2019 Dinghy Towing Guide

General Motors has revised the procedure for flat towing 2017 and 2018 Chevrolet Spark behind an RV. According to GM, when the vehicle is being towed on a curved road or in a turn, electronic stability control (ESC) brake activation of one wheel may occur, resulting in an audible tire squeal. Document ID: 4998042. General Motors has revised the procedure for flat towing 2017 and 2018 Chevrolet Spark behind an RV. According to GM, when the vehicle is being towed on a curved road or in a turn, electronic stability control (ESC) brake activation of one wheel may occur, resulting in an audible tire squeal. For purposes of Find an RV I can Tow, we've allowed 1000 lbs for RVs over 8000 lbs, 750 lbs for RVs under 8000 lbs, and 500 lbs for RVs under 5000 lbs for average Cargo Weight. Always confirm your specific tow vehicles towing capacity directly from your vehicle's manufacturer before purchasing or towing an RV. 2017 RV & TRAILER Towing Guide 3 Built Ford Tough® is taken to a new level. The 2017 F-150 combines a high-strength steel frame with a high-strength, military-grade, aluminum-alloy bodycombining the best of both materials for the toughness only Ford can deliver for outstanding towing and handling.

When dinghy towing a vehicle with an automatic transmission, 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 dinghy tow the vehicle from the front with all four wheels on the ground:

1. Position the vehicle to tow and then secure it to the towing vehicle.

2. Shift the automatic transmission to P (Park) or a manual transmission into 1 (First) gear and turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF.

3. Set the parking brake.

4. To prevent the battery from draining while the vehicle is being towed, remove the following fuse from the instrument panel fuse block: (DLIS). See Instrument Panel Fuse Block for more information.

5. Turn the ignition to ACC/ ACCESSORY.

6. Shift the automatic transmission to N (Neutral) or a manual transmission to Neutral.

7. Release the parking brake.

Remember to reinstall the DLIS fuse once the destination has been reached.

Caution

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.

Caution

Towing the vehicle from the rear could damage it. Also, repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Never have the vehicle towed from the rear.

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Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation
The RKE transmitter may work up to 60 m (195 ft) away from the vehicle. Other conditions can affect the performance of the transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System. RKE without Remote Start Shown The following buttons are on the transmitter: ...

Front Bumper Energy Absorber Replacement
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Replacement Wheels Description
Replace the wheel if any of the following conditions exist: The wheel exhibits excessive runout. The wheel is bent. The wheel is cracked. The wheel is severely rusted. The wheel is severely corroded. Note: Air leaks caused by porosity on aluminum wheels are repairable. ...

Recreational vehicle towing refers to towing the vehicle behind another vehicle – such as behind a motor home. 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: • The towing capacity of the towing vehicle. Be sure to read the tow vehicle manufacturer's recommendations.

Flat Tow Guide 2017

• How far the vehicle will be towed. Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can tow.

• The proper towing equipment.

See your dealer or trailering professional for additional advice and equipment recommendations.

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

Dinghy Towing (With Automatic Transmission)

Notice: If the vehicle is towed with all four wheels on the ground, the drivetrain components could be damaged.

The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not tow the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground.

Vehicles with an automatic transmission should not be towed with all four wheels on the ground.

If the vehicle must be towed, a dolly should be used. See 'Dolly Towing' that follows for more information.

Dinghy Towing (With Manual Transmission)

To dinghy tow the vehicle from the front with all four wheels on the ground: 1. Position the vehicle to tow and then secure it to the towing vehicle.

2. Shift the transmission to Neutral.

3. Turn the ignition to ACC/ ACCESSORY.

4. To prevent the battery from draining while the vehicle is being towed, remove fuse 22, 23, 24, and 25 from the instrument panel fuse block.

Remember to reinstall the fuses once the destination has been reached.

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.

Notice: Towing the vehicle from the rear could damage it. Also, repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Never have the vehicle towed from the rear.

Dolly Towing

Tow the vehicle with the two rear wheels on the ground and the front wheels on a dolly: To tow the vehicle with two wheels on the ground and a dolly: 1. Put the front wheels on a dolly.

2. Shift the automatic transmission into P (Park) or a manual transmission into 1 (First) gear.

3. Set the parking brake.

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4. Clamp the steering wheel in a straight-ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing.

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5. Remove the key from the ignition.

6. Secure the vehicle to the dolly.

7. Release the parking brake.

Notice: Towing the vehicle from the rear could damage it. Also, repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Never have the vehicle towed from the rear.

2017 Dinghy Towing Guide Chevy Diesel

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Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat)
When securing a child restraint in a rear seating position, study the instructions that came with the child restraint to make sure it is compatible with this vehicle. If the child restraint has the LATCH system. Do not secure a child seat in a position without a top tether anchor if a national ...

Heating and Air Conditioning System Description and Operation
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Symbols
The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component, control, message, gauge, or indicator. : This symbol is shown when you need to see your owner manual for addi ...