Cadillac 2011 DTS Owner's Manual

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Black plate (27,1)Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011Notice: Pulling a trailer improperly can damage thevehicle and result in costly repairs not covered bythe vehicle warranty. To pull a trailer correctly,follow the advice in this section and see your dealerfor important information about towing a trailer withthe vehicle.The vehicle can tow a trailer if it is equipped withthe proper trailer towing equipment. To identify thetrailering capacity of the vehicle, read the informationin “Weight of the Trailer” that appears later in thissection. Trailering is different than just driving thevehicle by itself. Trailering means changes in handling,acceleration, braking, durability and fuel economy.Successful, safe trailering takes correct equipment, andit has to be used properly.The following information has many time-tested,important trailering tips and safety rules. Many ofthese are important for the safety of the driver and thepassengers. So please read this section carefully beforepulling a trailer.Load-pulling components such as the engine,transmission, axles, wheel assemblies and tires areforced to work harder against the drag of the addedweight. The engine is required to operate at relativelyhigher speeds and under greater loads, generatingextra heat. The trailer also adds considerably to windresistance, increasing the pulling requirements.Pulling A TrailerHere are some important points:. There are many different laws, including speedlimit restrictions, having to do with trailering. Makesure the rig will be legal, not only where you livebut also where you will be driving. A good sourcefor this information can be state or provincialpolice.. Do not tow a trailer at all during thefirst 1,000 miles (1600 km) the new vehicleis driven. The engine, transmission or otherparts could be damaged. The repairs wouldnot be covered by the vehicle's warranty.. Then, during the first 500 miles (800 km) that atrailer is towed, do not drive over 50 mph (80 km/h)and do not make starts at full throttle. This helpsthe engine and other parts of the vehicle wear in atthe heavier loads.. Vehicles can tow in D (Drive). Shift thetransmission to a lower gear if the transmissionshifts too often under heavy loads and/or hillyconditions.. Obey speed limit restrictions when towing a trailer.Do not drive faster than the maximum postedspeed for trailers, or no more than 55 mph(90 km/h), to save wear on the vehicle's parts.5-27