Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It OutFirst, turn the steering wheel left and right.That will clear the area around the front wheels.You should turn the traction control systemoff. See Traction Control System (TCS) (CTS) onpage 295 or Traction Control System (TCS)(CTS-V) on page 297. Then shift back and forthbetween REVERSE (R) and a forward gear,or with a manual transmission, between FIRST (1)or SECOND (2) and REVERSE (R), spinningthe wheels as little as possible. Release theaccelerator pedal while you shift, and press lightlyon the accelerator pedal when the transmissionis in gear. By slowly spinning the wheels inthe forward and reverse directions, you will causea rocking motion that may free your vehicle. Ifthat does not get your vehicle out after a few tries,it may need to be towed out. If your vehicledoes need to be towed out, see Towing YourVehicle on page 326.Loading Your VehicleIt is very important to know how much weight yourvehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehiclecapacity weight and includes the weight of alloccupants, cargo, and all nonfactory-installedoptions. Two labels on your vehicle show how muchweight it may properly carry, the Tire and LoadingInformation label, and the Certification label.{CAUTION:Do not load your vehicle any heavier thanthe Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR),or either the maximum front or rear GrossAxle Weight Rating (GAWR). If you do,parts on your vehicle can break, and itcan change the way your vehicle handles.These could cause you to lose controland crash. Also, overloading can shortenthe life of your vehicle.321
