Cadillac Escalade: Recreational Vehicle Towing
If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid supplement for more information.
Recreational vehicle towing means towing the vehicle behind another vehicle – such as behind a motorhome. The two most common types of recreational vehicle towing are known as “dinghy towing” (towing the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground) and “dolly towing” (towing the vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device known as a “dolly”).
Here are some important things to consider before recreational vehicle towing:
- What is the towing capacity of the towing vehicle? Be sure to read the tow vehicle manufacturer's recommendations.
- What is the distance that will be travelled? Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can tow.
- Is the proper towing equipment going to be used? See your dealer or trailering professional for additional advice and equipment recommendations.
- Is the vehicle ready to be towed? Just as preparing the vehicle for a long trip, make sure the vehicle is prepared to be towed.
- All-Wheel-Drive Vehicles
- Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles
- Dolly Towing (Front Wheels Off the Ground)
- Dolly Towing (Rear Wheels Off the Ground)
Towing the Vehicle
Notice: To avoid damage, the disabled vehicle should be towed with all four wheels
off the ground. Care must be taken with vehicles that have low ground clearance
and/or special equipment. Always fl ...
All-Wheel-Drive Vehicles
Dinghy and Dolly Towing
Notice: Towing an all-wheel-drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground,
or even with only two of its wheels on the ground, will damage drivetrain components.
Do no ...
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