1996 CHEVROLET CAVALIER weight

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Weight of the Trailer Tongue
The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important
weight
to measure because it affects the total capacity
weight of your vehicle. The capacity weight includes the
curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you may carry in
it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle. And
if you will tow a trailer, you must subtract the tongue
load from your vehicle’s capacity weight because your
vehicle will
be carrying that weight, too. See “Loading
Your Vehicle’’ in the Index for more information about
your vehicle’s maximum load capacity.
A
If you’re using a weight-carrying hitch, the trailer
tongue
(A) should weigh 10% of the total loaded trailer
weight
(B). If you have a weight-distributing hitch, the
trailer tongue (A) should weigh 12% of the total loaded
trailer weight
(B).
After you’ve loaded your trailer, weigh the trailer and
then the tongue, separately,
to see if the weights are
proper. If they aren’t, you may be able to get them right
simply by moving some items around in the trailer.
Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires
Be sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the
recommended pressure for cold tires. You’ll find these
numbers
on the Certification label at the rear edge of
the driver’s door or see “Loading Your Vehicle” in the
Index. Then be sure
you don’t go over the GVW
limit for your vehicle, including the weight of the
trailer tongue.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Driving with a Trailer
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 the trailer hitch and platform (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.
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 nrns
I 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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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Finish Damage ................................. 6-50
First Gear. Automatic Transaxle
.............. 2.18. 2.20
First Gear. Manual Transaxle
...................... 2-21
Flashers. Hazard Warning
......................... 5-1
Flat Tire. Changing
............................. 5-21
Fluids and Lubricants
............................ 7-43
Floor Mat Retainer
.............................. 2-46
FogLamps
.................................... 2-41
Foreign Countries. Fuel
........................... 6-3
Fourth Gear. Manual Transaxle
.................... 2-21
FrenchLanguageManual
11
Front Reading Lamps ............................ 2-42
Fuel
.......................................... 6-2
Filling Your Tank
.............................. 6-4
Gage ....................................... 2-76
In Foreign Countries ........................... 6-3
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
....................... 6-53
.I ...........................
FrontTowing ................................... 5-9
Gages Engine Coolant Temperature
.................... 2-70
Fuel
....................................... 2-76
Speedometer
................................. 2-63
Tachometer
.................................. 2-64
GAWR ....................................... 4-32
Gear Positions, Automatic Transaxle
................ 2- 16
Gear Positions, Manual Transaxle
.................. 2-21
Gross Axle Weight Rating ........................ 4-32 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
...................... 4-32
Guide en Frangais
11
GVWR ....................................... 4-32
.. .................................
Halogen Bulbs ................................ 6-32
Hazard Warning Flashers
.......................... 5-1
Head Restraints
................................. 1-4
Headlamps
.................................... 2-39
Bulb Replacement
....................... 6.32. 6.57
Highbow Beam Changer
...................... 2-32
On Reminder
................................ 2-39
Wiring
..................................... 6-53
Hearing Impaired. Customer Assistance
.............. 8-3
High-Beam Headlamps
.......................... 2-32
Highway Hypnosis
.............................. 4-23
Hill and Mountain Roads
......................... 4-23
Hitches. Trailer
................................. 4-37
Hood
Heating
........................................ 3-5
Checking Things Under
......................... 6-6
Prop
........................................ 6-7
Release
...................................... 6-6
Horn ......................................... 2-29
Hydraulic Clutch
............................... 6-21
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid
........................... 6-21
Hydraulic Clutch System Check
................... 7-39
Hydroplaning
.................................. 4-19
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Thermostat
.................................... 6-26
Third Gear. Automatic Transaxle
................... 2- 19
Third Gear. Manual Transaxle
..................... 2-21
Tilt Steering Wheel
............................. 2-30
Time. Setting the
................................ 3-7
Tire Chains
.................................... 6-43
TireLoading
................................... 4-31
Tire-Loading Information Label
................... 4-3 1
Tires
......................................... 6-36
Alignment and Balance
........................ 6-41
BuyingNew
................................. 6-39
Chains
..................................... 6-43
Changing a Flat
.............................. 5-21
Cleaning
.................................... 6-49
Compact Spare
............................... 5-32
Inflation
.................................... 6-37
Inflation Check
............................... 7-38
Inspection and Rotation
........................ 6-38
Pressure
.................................... 6-37
Temperature
................................. 6-4 1
Traction
.................................... 6-40
Treadwe ar
................................... 6-40
Uniform Quality Grading
....................... 6-40
Used Replacement Wheel
...................... 6-42
Wear Indicators
.............................. 6-39
Wheel Replacement
........................... 6-41
When
It’s Time for New ....................... 6-39
Loading
.................................... 4-31 TopStrap
..................................... 1-36
Torque Lock
................................... 2-25
Torque, Wheel Nut
......................... 5-29, 6-58
Towing From the Front
............................... 4-29
From the Rear
............................... 4-31
Front
........................................ 5-9
Rear ....................................... 5-11
Recreational Vehicle
.......................... 4-29
Towing a Trailer
........................... 4-33. 4-40
Towing Your Vehicle
............................. 5-7
Towing Your Vehicle From the Front
............... 4-29
Towing Your Vehicle From the Rear
................ 4-31
Trailer Brakes
..................................... 4-37
Driving on Grades
............................ 4-39
Driving with
................................. 4-38
Hitches
..................................... 4-37
Maintenance When Towing
..................... 4-40
Parking on Hills
.............................. 4-39
Safety Chains
................................ 4-37
Tongueweight
............................... 4-36
Total Weight on Tires
.......................... 4-36
Towing
................................ 4-33, 4-40
Turnsignals
................................. 4-39
Weight
..................................... 4-35
Automatic
.............................. 6-17. 6-19
Manual
..................................... 6-19
Transaxle Fluid
9-11