Chevrolet 2002 Avalanche Owner's Manual download pdf (Page 276)

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Hitches

It’s important to have the correct hitch equipment.

Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads

are a few reasons why you’ll need the right hitch.

Here are some rules to follow:

If you’ll be pulling a trailer that, when loaded, will

weigh more than 5, 000 lbs. (2 268 kg), be sure to

use a properly mounted, weight

-distributing hitch

and sway control of the proper size. This equipment

is very important for proper vehicle loading and

good handling when you’re driving.

Will you have to make any holes in the body of

your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch?

If you do, then be sure to seal the holes later when

you remove the hitch. If you don’t seal them, deadly

carbon monoxide (CO) from your exhaust can get

into your vehicle. See “Carbon Monoxide” in the

Index. Dirt and water can, too.

Safety Chains

You should always attach chains between your vehicle

and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue

of the trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting

the road if it becomes separated from the hitch.

Instructions about safety chains may be provided by

the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer.

If you have the factory

-installed trailering package,

for vehicles equipped to pull a trailer up to 12,000 lbs.

(5 443 kg), you may attach the safety chains to the

attaching point on the hitch platform. Always leave just

enough slack so you can turn with your rig. Never allow

safety chains to drag on the ground.

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