2013 Chevy Spark
Any info on 2013 Chevy Spark ? I know it can be flat towed but what about the niches like having to start it every gas stop etc. etc..The Fiat is the simplist but Like the extra room in the Spark..Tha...
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From the 2013 Chevrolet Spark Owners Manual:
Dinghy Towing (With
Automatic Transmission) Notice: If the vehicle is towed
with all four wheels on the
ground, the drivetrain
components could be damaged.
The repairs would not be covered
by the vehicle warranty. Do not
tow the vehicle with all four
wheels on the ground. Vehicles with an automatic
transmission should not be towed
with all four wheels on the ground.
If the vehicle must be towed, a dolly
should be used. See "Dolly Towing"
that follows for more information.
Dinghy Towing (With Manual
Transmission) To dinghy tow the vehicle from the
front with all four wheels on the
ground:
1. Position the vehicle to tow and
then secure it to the towing
vehicle.
2. Shift the transmission to Neutral.
3. Turn the ignition to ACC/
ACCESSORY.
Notice: If 89 km/h (55 mph) is
exceeded while towing the
vehicle, it could be damaged.
Never exceed 89 km/h (55 mph)
while towing the vehicle.
The 2013 Motorhome Magazine Dinghy Towing Guide states no special procedures for the 2013 Chevrolet Spark. The REMCO Industries website states "When towing for an extended period of time, start the vehicle as often as possible and allow it to run for five minutes to prevent battery drain. Please check your Owner's Manual for confirmation. Follow procedures within Owner's Manual for guidance when towing this vehicle." for the 2013 Chevrolet Spark.
Dinghy Towing (With
Automatic Transmission) Notice: If the vehicle is towed
with all four wheels on the
ground, the drivetrain
components could be damaged.
The repairs would not be covered
by the vehicle warranty. Do not
tow the vehicle with all four
wheels on the ground. Vehicles with an automatic
transmission should not be towed
with all four wheels on the ground.
If the vehicle must be towed, a dolly
should be used. See "Dolly Towing"
that follows for more information.
Dinghy Towing (With Manual
Transmission) To dinghy tow the vehicle from the
front with all four wheels on the
ground:
1. Position the vehicle to tow and
then secure it to the towing
vehicle.
2. Shift the transmission to Neutral.
3. Turn the ignition to ACC/
ACCESSORY.
Notice: If 89 km/h (55 mph) is
exceeded while towing the
vehicle, it could be damaged.
Never exceed 89 km/h (55 mph)
while towing the vehicle.
The 2013 Motorhome Magazine Dinghy Towing Guide states no special procedures for the 2013 Chevrolet Spark. The REMCO Industries website states "When towing for an extended period of time, start the vehicle as often as possible and allow it to run for five minutes to prevent battery drain. Please check your Owner's Manual for confirmation. Follow procedures within Owner's Manual for guidance when towing this vehicle." for the 2013 Chevrolet Spark.
