Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Recreational Vehicle Towing

Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual / Vehicle Care / Towing the Vehicle / Recreational Vehicle Towing

Recreational vehicle towing means towing the vehicle behind another vehicle, such as 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:

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 traveled? 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.

Towing the Vehicle

Caution Incorrectly towing a disabled vehicle may cause damage. The damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not lash or hook to the chassis components — including the front and ...

Dinghy Towing RS Model with Automatic Transmission

Caution 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 ...

Other materials:

Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Replacement
Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Replacement Callout Component Name Preliminary Procedures Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle. Remove the steering gear boot. Refer to Steering Gear Boot ...

Front Wheel Drive Shaft Seal Replacement - Right Side
Front Wheel Drive Shaft Seal Replacement - Right Side Callout Component Name Preliminary Procedures Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle. Remove the right wheel drive shaft. Refer to Fro ...

Engine Replacement (Manual Transmission)
Special Tools J-45859 Wheel Drive Shaft Remover . CH-807 Closure Plugs . For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools. Removal Procedure Remove the battery and battery tray. Refer to Battery Tray Replacement. Relieve the fuel system pressure. Refer to Fu ...

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