2019 Chevrolet Trailering Guide
2019 TRAILERING GUIDE
1TABLE OF CONTENTS2SELECTING A VEHICLE/MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS3VEHICLES AND HITCHES4TRAILERING BASICS5IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT TRAILERING6THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE YOU START TRAILERING8TRAILERING TECHNOLOGIES10 SILVERADO 1500 CONVENTIONAL TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS11SILVERADO HD CONVENTIONAL TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS12 SILVERADO HD FIFTH-WHEEL/GOOSENECK TRAILERWEIGHT RATINGS13 COLORADO, TAHOE AND SUBURBAN TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS14 TRAVERSE, BLAZER AND EQUINOX TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS15 EXPRESS PASSENGER VAN AND EXPRESS CARGO VANTRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS16 BOX DELETE, LOW CAB FORWARD, CHASSIS CAB ANDEXPRESS CUTAWAY GROSS COMBINATION WEIGHT RATINGS17 DINGHY TOWING18 CLOSING REMARKS
2 SELECTING A VEHICLE/MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS (LBS.)1The chart below gives you an idea of the maximum amount of weight you can confidently and safely trailer with different Chevrolet models when your vehicle is properly eExpress 2500/3500 Passenger VanExpress 2500/3500 Cargo VanSilverado 1500Silverado 20015,400Silverado 3500HD1 Before you buy a vehicle or use it for trailering, carefully review the Trailering section of the Owner’s Manual. The weight of passengers, cargo and options or accessories may reduce the amount you can 9,0008,0007,0006,0005,0004,0003,0002,0001,0000See pages 10–15 for maximum trailer weight ratings by specific model.
3 VEHICLES AND HITCHESHitch Ball on Step-BumperFifth-Wheel HitchHitch Ball on Draw BarGooseneck HitchWeight-Distributing Hitch with Sway ControlSELECTING THE RIGHT HITCH Choosing the right hitch andhitches are most frequently used with travel trailers, horseand all passengers other than the driver must be subtractedmaking the proper electrical connections affects how yourtrailers and other large trailers.from the payload weight to determine the maximum kingpinload availablevehicle handles, corners and brakes, and allows you to alertother drivers of your intentions. Before selecting a hitch orHITCHES It’s important to have the correct hitch equipment.WIRING HARNESS This allows you to connect the electricaltrailering package, you should be familiar with the weightratings specific to your Chevrolet vehicle, which are detailedon pages 10–15. I f you’ll be towing a trailer that requires a weight-distributingcomponents of your trailer, such as turn signals and brakehitch, be sure to use a frame-mounted, weight-distributinglights, to the trailering vehicle. Select Silverado models andhitch1 and sway control of the proper sizeall Suburban and Tahoe models feature a 7-pin wiringSELECTING TRAILERING EQUIPMENT Most Chevrolet vehiclesoffer a variety of standard and available equipment forharness to streamline hookup of trailer lighting and brakes, I f you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle toenhanced trailering performance. Aside from the equipmentinstall a trailer hitch, be sure to seal the holes if you everdescribed below, features such as heavy-duty cooling andremove the hitch. If they’re not sealed, dirt, water and deadlyextendable trailering mirrors may be available. See yourcarbon monoxide from the exhaust can get into your vehiclethe integrated trailer brake controller.TRAILER BRAKES These are required above a 2,000-lb.trailer weight on Silverado, Tahoe and Suburban, andChevrolet dealer for more information on the model you’reinterested in.and a bussed electrical center makes it easier to connectFIFTH-WHEEL TRAILERING Some Silverado models can beabove a 1,000-lb. trailer weight on all other models. (Brakeequipped with a fifth-wheel or gooseneck trailer hitch.requirements vary by state; consult state laws for actualWEIGHT-CARRYING HITCH This consists of a hitch ballrequirements.) The most common trailer braking systems are F ollow the manufacturer’s directions for installation, butsurge brakes (found primarily on boat trailers) and electricavailable in a range of sizes. Make sure that the diameter ofnote that the hitch must be attached to the truck frame.brakes (often used on travel trailers, horse trailers and caryour hitch ball matches your trailer coupler. Also check thatDo not use the pickup bed for additional support. For properhaulers). Surge brakes are a self-contained hydraulic brakethe ball meets or exceeds the gross trailer weight rating.kingpin tongue load distribution and control of the trailer,system on the trailer, activated during deceleration as thethe hitch must be mounted so the kingpin load is placedtrailer coupler pushes on the hitch ball. An electric trailerover, or slightly in front of, the rear axle centerlinebrake system uses a brake control unit mounted inside themounted to a step-bumper or draw bar. Hitch balls areWEIGHT-DISTRIBUTING HITCH This hitch type distributes thetrailering vehicle; it operates by sensing the vehicle brakestrailer tongue load by using spring bars to shift some of thehitch weight forward onto the tow vehicle’s front axle andrearward to the trailer’s axles. F ifth-wheel trailer kingpin loads are higher than conventionalpayload capacity and Rear Gross Axle Weight RatingFIFTH-WHEEL AND GOOSENECK HITCHES These are designedfor heavy trailering. Located in the bed of the truck, theseand then applying the trailer brakes.trailer tongue loads, so pay careful attention to the truck’sSILVERADO SERIES In general, a higher series number in amodel indicates a greater load-carrying capacity. In addition, Y our Chevrolet dealer can help you calculate the maximuma truck with a higher series number typically has a strongerhitches position the trailer’s kingpin weight over, or slightly inallowable payload and GVWR required for your fifth-wheelframe, a stiffer suspension and higher-capacity brakes,front of, the truck’s rear axle. Fifth-wheel and goosenecktrailering application. The weight of any additional equipmentincreasing the truck’s ability to trailer heavy loads.1 Not required on Silverado 2500HD or 3500HD.
4 TRAILERING BASICSTowing a trailer involves all major vehicle systems of yourRGAWR AND GVWR Addition of trailer hitch weight cannotAXLE RATIO In general, a higher axle ratio offers higher trailerChevrolet vehicle. Easy and safe trailering requires a properlycause vehicle weights to exceed Rear Gross Axle Weightweight ratings, quicker acceleration and less fuel efficiency.equipped vehicle, additional trailering equipment and anRating (RGAWR) or Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR).A lower axle ratio offers more fuel efficiency and quieterappropriate trailer. It also requires loading both the vehicleThese ratings can be found on the certification label locatedvehicle operation but will have slower acceleration and lowerand trailer properly, using safe driving techniques, meetingon the driver door or doorframe.trailer weight ratings.maintenance schedules. The vehicle owner is responsible forGCWR The Gross Combination Weight Rating is the totalNOTE The safety steps described here are by no means theobtaining the proper equipment (hitch ball, hitch type of theallowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer.only precautions to be taken when trailering. See the Owner’sregional legal requirements, and following break-in andproper size and capacity) required to safely tow both theManual for your Chevrolet vehicle for additional guidelines andtrailer and the load that will be towed. For more information,TRAILER WEIGHT RATING This rating is determined byconsult your Owner’s Manual or speak to a trailering expert atsubtracting the tow vehicle’s weight (curb weight) fromyour Chevrolet dealer. These charts will assist in determiningthe Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR). Base vehicleTRAILERING CAUTION If you don’t use the correct equipmenthow to best equip your Chevrolet vehicle for trailering. To help(curb) weight plus 150 lbs. each for the driver and a frontand drive properly, you can lose control of your vehicle whenyou understand the charts, consider these trailering factors:passenger is used, so additional passengers, equipment andyou pull a trailer. If the trailer is too heavy, your vehicle brakescargo weight reduce this rating.may be less effective. You and your passengers could betrailering tips.seriously injured. Pull a trailer only after you have read theinformation in this guide and followed the steps on thefollowing pages.TRAILER CLASSIFICATIONTYPICAL EXAMPLESTYPICAL GROSS TRAILER WEIGHT EXAMPLESTYPICAL HITCH TYPE 1Light-Duty (I)Folding camping trailer, snowmobile trailers and personal watercraft trailers (trailer and cargo combined)Up to 2,000 lbs. gross trailer weightWeight-carrying hitchMedium-Duty (II)Single-axle trailers up to 18 ft., open utility trailers and small speedboat trailers2,001–3,500 lbs. gross trailer weightWeight-carrying hitchHeavy-Duty (III)Dual- or single-axle trailers, larger boat trailers and enclosed utility trailers3,501–5,000 lbs. gross trailer weightWeight-carrying hitch2 or weight-distributing hitchExtra Heavy-Duty (IV)Two-horse, travel and fifth-wheel recreational trailers5,001–10,000 lbs. gross trailer weightWeight-carrying hitch,2 weight-distributing hitch,2 fifth-wheel hitch orgooseneck hitchMaximum Heavy-Duty (V)Largest horse, travel and fifth-wheel recreational or commercial trailers10,001 lbs. and above gross trailer weightWeight-carrying hitch,2 weight-distributing hitch,2 fifth-wheel hitch orgooseneck hitch1 Represents minimum recommended hitch(es). Please refer to your trailer’s Owner’s Manual or ask your Chevrolet dealer. 2 Not required on Silverado 2500HD or 3500HD.
5 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT TRAILERINGThe information below is intended to give you some detailsBecause the trailer weight rating is calculated for a line ofThe tongue weight for your trailer is the downward force of theabout the trailer ratings on your vehicle and a way to ensurevehicles, rather than an individual load situation, somecoupler of the trailer on the vehicle hitch. You can calculatethat the vehicle you use can handle the load you want to pull.standardized assumptions are made when calculating thethe tongue weight by placing the tongue of the trailer on antrailer weight rating. First, the base curb weight of that typeappropriate scale. For conventional trailering, the tongueTRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS AND GROSS COMBINATIONof vehicle is used (the weight of a standard equipped vehicleweight should be 10% to 15% of the loaded trailer weight. ForWEIGHT RATINGS Chevrolet engineers perform extensivewithout any options). Second, it is assumed that there is onlyfifth-wheel/gooseneck trailering, the tongue weight shouldtesting of acceleration, handling, braking, and thermal anda driver and a front passenger, each weighing 150 lbs. Third,be a minimum of 15% of the loaded trailer weight.structural performance to determine the Gross Combinationit is assumed there is a certain tongue weight for the loadWeight Rating (GCWR) and the trailer weight rating for your(a tongue weight is the weight of only the tongue of theThe GVWR is the maximum amount the vehicle itself shouldvehicle. The GCWR is the total allowable weight of theloaded trailer). For conventional trailering, a tongue weightweigh, including the as-equipped weight of the vehicle pluscompletely loaded vehicle and trailer including anythat is 10% of the loaded trailer weight is used. For fifth-the cargo, passengers and trailer tongue weight. Put anotherpassengers, cargo, equipment and conversions. You shouldwheel/gooseneck trailering, a tongue weight that is away, the GVWR should always be greater than or equal to thenot exceed the GCWR of your vehicle when you tow a trailer.minimum of 15% of the loaded trailer weight is used.weight of your vehicle, passengers, cargo and tongue weight.Chevrolet also calculates and publishes a trailer weight ratingHOW TO KEEP YOUR LOAD WITHIN THE CAPABILITIES OFfor each model or series of Chevrolet vehicles for comparisonYOUR VEHICLE It is important that the combination of thepurposes. The trailer weight rating is not specific to antow vehicle and trailer does not exceed any of its weightindividual vehicle and is most useful for comparing productratings — GCWR, GVWR, RGAWR, trailer weight rating orlines to one another to help you select a product that will meettongue weight. The only way to be sure to not exceed anyyour needs. When you buy a vehicle, you should ensure thatof these ratings is to weigh the tow vehicle and trailerthe total load (including passengers, cargo and equipment)combination, fully loaded for the trip, getting individualyou intend to pull with it will be less than the trailer weightweights for each of these items. You can then subtract therating of the vehicle.weight of your vehicle from the GCWR. The differencebetween the two is the capacity you have available for yourcargo, passengers, trailer, load and any other equipment youmight use to set up your trailer. Put another way, your GCWRshould always be greater than or equal to the weight of yourvehicle, passengers, cargo, trailer (with equipment) and load.
6 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE YOU START TRAILERINGBEFORE YOU TRAILERON THE ROADcondition of the suspension and shocks. If the sway wascaused by strong winds, wait for conditions to improveSAFETY CHAINS Always attach safety chains between yourACCELERATING/BRAKING Avoid overworking your enginevehicle and your trailer and cross them under the tongue of thewhen trailering by applying gradual pressure on thetrailer so that the tongue will be less likely to drop if the traileraccelerator. Allow your vehicle to safely reach a comfortableFinally, some trailers can be equipped with anti-sway devices.should separate from the hitch. Leave enough slack in thedriving speed. Give yourself extra time and room when mergingContact the manufacturer of your trailer for availability.chains so you can corner without the chains impeding theonto highways. Braking when pulling a trailer requires extramovement of the trailer. Do not allow safety chains to dragdistance. Allow ample room to come to a safe stop. A goodCORNERING The turning radius of a trailer is typically muchon the ground.measure for determining a safe following distance is to allowsmaller than that of your vehicle; therefore, a trailer may hitone vehicle and trailer length between you and the vehiclesoft shoulders, curbs, trees or other objects when making tightLOADING YOUR TRAILER Load your trailer to attain a 10%–15%ahead of you for every 10 mph of speed. When braking, useturns. Taking turns sharply can also cause the trailer to striketongue weight. Some specific trailer types (especially boatfirm, steady pressure on the brake pedal.against and damage the tow vehicle. When approaching abefore continuing your trip.sharp corner, brake sooner than normal to reduce vehicletrailers) fall outside of this range. In these cases, therecommended tongue weight listed in the trailer Owner’sCONTROLLING TRAILER SWAY Sway refers to instability ofspeed before entering the turn. Drive the vehicle slightly pastManual should be observed. A good rule of thumb is tothe trailer relative to the tow vehicle, and often results fromthe normal turning point then firmly turn the steering wheel.distribute 60% of the load over the front half of the trailerimproper weight distribution, excessive speed or overloading.By cornering at a wider angle, both the vehicle and trailerand evenly from side to side. Loads sitting either too farOther factors that can cause sway are crosswinds, poor vehicleshould safely clear the inside of the turn.forward or too far back in the trailer can create unstablemaintenance and road conditions. Trying to steer out of swaytrailering conditions — such as trailer sway — at highwaywill likely make it worse. Speed is a major contributor to trailerPASSING When passing, allow additional time and distance tospeeds and during heavy braking. Once the trailer has beensway, so you need to slow the vehicle — braking, however, couldsafely pass the other vehicle. Signal your intention to pass wellloaded and the weight is distributed properly, all cargo shouldlead to a jackknife or other loss of control. To help control sway,in advance and, when reentering the lane after passing, makebe secured to prevent the load from shifting.follow these steps:certain your trailer is clear of the vehicle you have passed.SAFETY CHECKLIST Before starting out on a trip, double- Hold the steering wheel as steady as possiblecheck the hitch and platform, the hitch nuts and bolts, mirror Release the accelerator but do not touch the brake pedalBACKING UP To back up a trailer, place one hand at the sixadjustments, safety chains, and vehicle and trailer lights. Activate electric trailer brakes (if equipped) by hand, until theo’clock position on the steering wheel. To move the trailer toNever pass on hills or around curves.Make sure that a sway-control device is installed, if required,and that the device is working properly (see charts on pagessway condition stops Use the vehicle brakes to come to a complete stop10–15). Check tire pressure on both the tow vehicle and thethe left, move your hand to the left. To move the trailer to theright, move your hand to the right. Back up slowly and move thesteering wheel in small increments to help maintain control.trailer. If your trailer has electric brakes, test them by manuallyYou should pull your vehicle to the side of the road andTo assist in backing up, it is helpful to have someone outsideengaging the brake controller while the vehicle is movingattempt to determine the cause of the instability. Check thethe vehicle to guide you. Make certain you can see your spotterslowly. Check to see that the breakaway switch, if available,cargo load for shifting and improper weight distribution.at all times.is connected and functioning properly. Finally, make certainCheck tire pressure on the tow vehicle and trailer and thethat all loads are secure.
7 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE YOU START TRAILERING (CONTINUED)DRIVING ON GRADES Before going down a steep grade, reduceOVERHEATING Prolonged driving with overheated fluids canPARKING ON GRADES Parking on steep grades with a traileryour speed and shift the transmission into a lower gear. Thiscause damage to your vehicle. If temperature gauges registeris not recommended; if you must, follow this procedure:provides “engine braking” and reduces the need to brake forabnormally high, if there is a marked decrease in power or iflong periods. Chevrolet crossover, van, SUV and pickup modelsyou hear unusual engine noises, immediately take theequipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission, as well asfollowing steps:pickups equipped with the available 8-speed or 10-speedautomatic transmission, have a grade braking feature in the Have someone place trailer wheel blocks on the P ull your vehicle to the side of the road. Once stopped, shifttransmission that can do this for you. See your dealer orinto Park (automatic transmission) or Neutral (manualOwner’s Manual for additional information. When driving up atransmission) and apply the parking brake. Leave thesteep incline, shift to a lower gear for more torque to maintainengine runningspeed and avoid lugging. Lugging occurs when the vehicle’sengine stutters because it needs to be in a lower gear. Crest Apply the brakes and shift into Neutraldowngrade side Release the brakes until the blocks absorb the load Apply the parking brake and shift into Park T urn off air conditioning and other accessories to reducethe hill no faster than the speed at which you want to descendload on the engine. Roll down the windows and turn theand in the gear you expect will require little braking. Payheater on to maximum and the fan to its highest setting.attention to your temperature gauges for any signs ofThe heater core provides a second cooling
Express 2500/3500 Passenger Van Express 2500/3500 Cargo Van Silverado 1500 Silverado 2500HD . 1 Before you buy a vehicle or use it for trailering, carefully review the Trailering section of the Owner’s Manual. The weight of passengers, cargo and options or accessories may reduce the amount you can tow. 3,500 5,000 8,600 9,600
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