Black plate (63,1)Cadillac XTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-6006999) -2014 - CRC - 9/11/13Driving and Operating 9-63. Do not tow a trailer during thefirst 800 km (500 mi) to preventdamage to the engine, axle,or other parts.. Then during the first 800 km(500 mi) of trailer towing, do notdrive over 80 km/h (50 mph) anddo not make starts at full throttle.. Vehicles can tow in D (Drive).Shift the transmission to a lowergear if the transmission shiftstoo often under heavy loads and/or hilly conditions.. Do not use Adaptive CruiseControl when towing.. The Automatic CollisionPreparation System should beset to Off when towing. SeeActive Emergency BrakingSystem on page 9-52.. Turn off Park Assist whentowing.{ WarningWhen towing a trailer, exhaustgases may collect at the rear ofthe vehicle and enter if theliftgate, trunk/hatch, or rear-mostwindow is open.When towing a trailer:. Do not drive with the liftgate,trunk/hatch, or rear-mostwindow open.. Fully open the air outlets onor under the instrumentpanel.. Also adjust the climatecontrol system to a settingthat brings in only outside air.See “Climate ControlSystems” in the Index.For more information aboutCarbon Monoxide, see EngineExhaust on page 9-22.Towing a trailer requires a certainamount of experience. Thecombination you are driving islonger and not as responsive as thevehicle itself. Get acquainted withthe handling and braking of the rigbefore setting out for the open road.Before starting, check all trailer hitchparts and attachments, safetychains, electrical connectors, lamps,tires, and mirrors. If the trailer haselectric brakes, start thecombination moving and then applythe trailer brake controller by handto be sure the brakes work.During the trip, check occasionallyto be sure that the load is secureand the lamps and any trailerbrakes still work.Following DistanceStay at least twice as far behind thevehicle ahead as you would whendriving the vehicle without a trailer.This can help to avoid heavybraking and sudden turns.
