It’s not uncommon for Chevy Silverado 1500 owners to do a lot of towing. After all, it’s a seriously strong and capable full-size truck. Shea Chevrolet is sharing some towing safety tips to help you tow with confidence.
Prepare Properly
Before you even attempt towing, you need to properly prepare. Check your truck’s towing capacity to make sure that you don’t exceed the recommended weight limit. You also want to make sure you have the appropriate hitch for your trailer.
Consistently Check Your Connections
The last thing that you want to do is see that your trailer isn’t secure while you’re driving. Before you tow, always check to make sure that your truck and trailer are properly connected. We also recommend using safety chains, which should be added in an ‘X’ pattern under your hitch.
Drive with Caution
When you tow, you always want to drive with caution. Maintain a safe following distance from other traffic to give yourself plenty of time to stop. You should also utilize the Tow/Haul mode, if equipped, which can improve your performance and reduce the strain on your transmission.
Schedule Routine Maintenance
If you frequently tow, you need to adhere to the recommended maintenance schedule for severe driving conditions, which is outlined in your owner’s manual. It’s important to prioritize your maintenance appointments to make sure that your hitch is secure and that your wiring, lights, and brakes are functioning as they should. This regular service will also help maintain your truck’s efficiency.
Schedule Chevy Service in Flint, MI
Your safety is always our top concern, so we will ensure that you can safely tow with your Chevy Silverado 1500. Whether you need an inspection or are due for service, we can help. Visit Shea Chevrolet to get started today!
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