2004 CHEVROLET TAHOE tow bar

Trailer Recommendations
You must subtract your hitch loads from the Cargo
Weight Rating (CWR) for your vehicle. CWR is
the maximum weight of the load your vehicle can carry.
It doesn’t include the weight of the people inside. But
you can gure about 150 lbs. (68 kg) for each seat.
The total cargo load must not be more than your
vehicle’s CWR.
Weigh your vehicle with the trailer attached, so that you
won’t go over the GVWR or GAWR. If you are using
a weight-distributing hitch, weigh the vehicle without the
spring bars in place.
You’ll get the best performance if you spread out the
weight of your load the right way, and if you choose the
correct hitch and trailer brakes.
For more information, seeTowing a Trailer on page 4-65
Towing a Trailer.
Towing a Trailer
{CAUTION:
If you do not use the correct equipment and
drive properly, you can lose control when you
pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is too
heavy, the brakes may not work well — or even
at all. You and your passengers could be
seriously injured. Pull a trailer only if you have
followed all the steps in this section. Ask your
dealer for advice and information about towing
a trailer with your vehicle.
Notice:Pulling a trailer improperly can damage
your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered
by your warranty. To pull a trailer correctly, follow
the advice in this part, and see your dealer for
important information about towing a trailer with
your vehicle.
To identify the vehicle trailering capacity of your vehicle,
you should read the information in “Weight of the
Trailer” that appears later in this section.
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Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires
Be sure your vehicle’s tires are inated to the upper limit
for cold tires. You’ll nd these numbers on the
Certication label at the rear edge of the driver’s door or
see Loading Your Vehicle for more information. Then
be sure you don’t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle,
or the GAWR, including the weight of the trailer
tongue. If you use a weight distributing hitch, make sure
you don’t go over the rear axle limit before you apply
the weight distribution spring bars.
Hitches
It’s important to have the correct hitch equipment.
Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads are
a few reasons why you will need the right hitch.
Weight Distributing Hitches and Weight
Carrying Hitches
When using a weight-distributing hitch, the hitch must
be adjusted so the distance (A) remains the same both
before and after coupling the trailer to the tow vehicle.
If you use a step-bumper hitch, the bumper could
be damaged in sharp turns. Make sure there is ample
room when turning to avoid contact between the
trailer and the bumper.(A) Body to Ground Distance (B) Front of Vehicle
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K
KEYFOB X BATTERY LOW.............................3-71
Keyless Entry System....................................... 2-5
Keys............................................................... 2-3
L
Lamps
Exterior......................................................3-14
Interior.......................................................3-18
Lamps On Reminder.......................................3-16
Lap Belt........................................................1-41
Lap-Shoulder Belt...........................................1-31
LATCH System
Child Restraints...........................................1-62
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the
LATCH System........................................1-64
Leaving Your Vehicle With the
Engine Running..........................................2-40
LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR................................3-71
Level Control..................................................4-64
Liftgate..........................................................2-14
Liftgate Glass and Liftgate................................2-15
Light
Air Bag Readiness.......................................3-42
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning...................3-46
Battery Warning..........................................3-44
Brake System Warning.................................3-45
Cruise Control.............................................3-54Light (cont.)
Four-Wheel-Drive.........................................3-54
Low Fuel Warning.......................................3-55
Malfunction Indicator....................................3-50
Passenger Air Bag Status Indicator................3-42
Safety Belt Reminder...................................3-41
Tire Pressure..............................................3-49
Tow/Haul Mode...........................................3-54
Traction Off................................................3-46
Lighted Visor Vanity Mirror...............................2-18
Listening to a DVD..............................3-107, 3-122
Loading Your Vehicle.......................................4-58
Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving..........4-26
Locking Rear Axle...........................................4-11
Lockout Protection..........................................2-14
Lock-Out Switch.............................................2-18
Locks
Delayed Locking..........................................2-10
Door........................................................... 2-8
Lockout Protection.......................................2-14
Power Door.................................................. 2-9
Programmable Automatic Door Locks.............2-11
Rear Door Security Locks.............................2-13
Loss of Control...............................................4-22
LOW COOLANT LEVEL..................................3-71
Low Fuel Warning Light...................................3-55
Luggage Carrier..............................................2-63
Lumbar
Power Controls............................................. 1-5
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