Can a GMC Sierra pull a tow trailer?

The most I plan on pulling is a 87 alumcraft competitor 16.5ft with a 50hp tiller motor. I dont know the exact weight of everything on that trailer. looking for any tips and information. I have a 02 gmc sierra. I have to replace the tow/haul button and shift lever which is a common problem that I am sure you guys all know of.

Where is the tow / haul button on a GM Truck?

Automatic Transmission Equipped Vehicles are provided with a button at the end of the shift lever which when pressed enables Tow/Haul. ***When the button is pressed, the Tow/Haul has been selected. Tow/haul may be turned off by pressing the button again, at which time the indicator light on the instrument panel will turn off.

What kind of tow package does a GM Truck have?

And KNP which is Cooling System Transmission, HD. RPO Code Z82 is the HD TRAILERING EQUIPMENT, (the Factory Tow Package). G80 Positraction Limited Slip Differential. VR2 Trailer Hitch, Weight Distributing.

Is the Tow / Haul mode Normal in a Chevy truck?

If you are in traffic you will have stiffer shifting. On hills it is designed to NOT let the transmission go into the overdrive position AND WILL rev very high. Do not let the tach, (if you have one) go over 2800. and keep your speed on hills down to that tach revs.

Can You tow up hills in a GMC Truck?

It DOES NOT lock out the 4th gear, or lock it in, meaning you can still get the “hunting for gears” while towing up hills, etc. Your truck has the LM7 which engine comes with the 4L60E tranny which is a light truck tranny. If you have the Z82 HD towing package, you also got a transmission cooler in that deal.

What’s the Tow / Haul mode on a Sierra?

I have a 2011 Sierra SLT Crewcab. Last week, I hooked up my RV (travel trailer 28ft, 4700lbs empty) for a drive to the dealer for some quick spring maintenance. I clicked the tow/haul mode on thinking, this will be better for the road….

What kind of tow rating does GMC Sierra have?

Sierra’s 12,500-lb rating requires Sierra Double Cab or Crew Cab Short box 2wd with 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 engine and NHT Max Trailering Package. 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.

Can a GMC Sierra pull a tow trailer?