Chevrolet Equinox Owners Manual: Dolly Towing (Front-Wheel-Drive Vehicles)

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Dolly Towing

To tow the vehicle from the front with the rear wheels on the ground:

Put the front wheels on a dolly.
Move the shift lever to P (Park).
Set the parking brake.
Secure the vehicle to the dolly.
Follow the dolly manufacturer's instructions for preparing the vehicle and dolly for towing.
Release the parking brake.

Dinghy Towing

Front-wheel-drive (1.5 L Gas FWD/ 1.6 L Diesel) and all-wheel-drive (1.6 L Diesel only) vehicles may be dinghy towed from the front. These vehicles can also be towed by placing them on a platform ...

Towing the Vehicle from the Rear

Caution Towing the vehicle from the rear could damage it. Also, repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Never have the vehicle towed from the rear. ...

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Vehicle Design
Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. This is because they have a higher ground clearance and a narrower track or shorter wheelbase than passenger cars, which makes them more capable for off-road driving. While these design characteristics p ...