User manual CHEVROLET S10 1996

[. . . ] -' L r The 1996 Chevrolet S-Series Owner's Manual Seats and Restraint Systems . This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. It also explains the "SIR' system. FeaturesandControls This section explains how to start and operate your vehicle. [. . . ] For example, the traileris tooheavy, the if brakes may not work well or even a t all. You and your passengers could seriously injured. be Pull a trailer only if you have followed allthe Ask steps in this section. your GM dealer for advice and information about towing a trailer with your vehicle. -- Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab General Motors is aware that some vehicle owners may consider having the pickup box removed and a commercial or recreational body installed. However, we recommend that conversions of this type not be done to pickups. Owners should be aware that, as manufactured, there are differences between a chassis cab a pickup and with the box removed which may affect vehicle safety. For specific information on this pickup, contact the GM Zone Office for your area. (Seethe "Warranty and Owner Assistance" booklet for Zone Office. ) 4-47 If Ydu Do DecideTo Pull A Trailer NOTICE: Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty. To pull a trailer correctly, follow the advice in this part, and see your dealer GM for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle. Every vehicle is ready some trailer towing. If yours for was built with trailering options, as many are, it's ready for heavier trailers. But trailering is different thanjust driving your vehicleby itself. Trailering means changes in handling, durability andfuel economy. Successful, safe trailering takescorrect equipment, and it has to be used properly. In it are many time-tested, important trailering tips and safety rules. Many of these are importantfor your safety and thatof your passengers. So please read this section carefully before you pull a trailer. If you do, here are some important points: 0 There are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure your rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you'll be driving. A good source for this information can bestate or provincial police. Consider using a sway controlif your trailer will weigh 2, 000 lbs. You should always use a sway control if your trailer will weigh more than 2, 000 lbs. You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls. Don't tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles (800 km) your new vehicle is driven. [. . . ] 4-5 DamageWarnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-68 6-61 Identification Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-42 Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]