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Total weight on your vehicle s tires, Hitches – GMC 2002 Envoy User Manual

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Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires

Be sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upper
limit for cold tires. You’ll find these numbers on the
Certification label at the rear edge of the driver’s door or
see “Tire Loading” in the Index. Then be sure you don’t
go over the GVW limit for your vehicle, including the
weight of the trailer tongue.

Hitches

It’s important to have the correct hitch equipment.
Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads are a
few reasons why you’ll need the right hitch. Here are
some rules to follow:
D If you’ll be pulling a trailer that, when loaded, will

weigh more than 4,000 lbs. (1 816 kg), be sure to use
a properly mounted, weight

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distributing hitch and

sway control of the proper size. This equipment is
very important for proper vehicle loading and good
handling when you’re driving.

D Will you have to make any holes in the body of your

vehicle when you install a trailer hitch?

If you do, then be sure to seal the holes later when
you remove the hitch. If you don’t seal them, deadly
carbon monoxide (CO) from your exhaust can get
into your vehicle. See “Carbon Monoxide” in the
Index. Dirt and water can, too.