Trailer Towing; General Towing Information; Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips- Page 222

2022 Chevrolet malibu Owner Manual

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2014 Dodge Charger SRT Owner Manual

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02-Seats and Restraints_en_US
04-Instruments and Controls_en_US
08-Driving and Operating_en_US
Driving and Operating
09-Vehicle Care_en_US
Vehicle Care
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Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-

15487011) - 2022 - CRC - 4/20/21

Driving and Operating

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Warning (Continued)

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Do not fill a container while it is
inside a vehicle, in a vehicle's trunk, in
a pickup bed, or on any surface other
than the ground.

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Bring the fill nozzle in contact with
the inside of the fill opening before
operating the nozzle. Maintain contact
until filling is complete.

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Keep sparks, flames, and smoking
materials away from fuel.

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Avoid using electronic devices while
pumping fuel.

Trailer Towing

General Towing Information

Only use towing equipment that has been
designed for the vehicle. Contact your dealer
or trailering dealer for assistance with
preparing the vehicle to tow a trailer. Read
the entire section before towing a trailer.

To tow a disabled vehicle, see

Towing the

Vehicle

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294

. To tow the vehicle behind

another vehicle such as a motor home, see

Recreational Vehicle Towing

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295

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When towing with the 2.0L L4 engine, only
use unleaded gasoline with an octane rating
of 89 or higher. Using gasoline with a lower
octane rating while towing may damage the
engine and may not be covered by the
vehicle warranty. See

Recommended Fuel

(1.5L Engine)

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218

or

Recommended Fuel (2.0L Engine)

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218

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Driving Characteristics and
Towing Tips

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Warning

You can lose control when towing a
trailer if the correct equipment is not
used or the vehicle is not driven properly.
For example, if the trailer is too heavy or
the trailer brakes are inadequate for the
load, the vehicle may not stop as
expected. You and others could be
seriously injured. The vehicle may also be
damaged, and the repairs would not be
covered by the vehicle warranty. Pull a
trailer only if all the steps in this section
have been followed. Ask your dealer for
advice and information about towing a
trailer with the vehicle.

Driving with a Trailer

Trailering is different than just driving the
vehicle by itself. Trailering means changes in
handling, acceleration, braking, durability,
and fuel economy. Successful, safe trailering
takes correct equipment, and it has to be
used properly.

The following information has many
time-tested, important trailering tips and
safety rules. Many of these are important
for your safety and that of your passengers.
Read this section carefully before pulling a
trailer.

When towing a trailer:

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Become familiar with and follow all state
and local laws that apply to trailer
towing. These requirements vary from
state to state.

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State laws may require the use of
extended side view mirrors. Even if not
required, you should install extended side
view mirrors if your visibility is limited or
restricted while towing.

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Do not tow a trailer during the first
800 km (500 mi) of vehicle use to prevent
damage to the engine, axle, or other
parts.

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  • 2.0L L4 engine, only use unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 89 or higher.
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