Here are some important things to consider beforerecreational vehicle towing:. What is the towing capacity of the towing vehicle?Be sure to read the tow vehicle manufacturer'srecommendations.. What is the distance that will be travelled? Somevehicles have restrictions on how far and how longthey can tow.. Is the proper towing equipment going to be used?See your dealer/retailer or trailering professionalfor additional advice and equipmentrecommendations.. Is the vehicle ready to be towed? Just as preparingthe vehicle for a long trip, make sure the vehicle isprepared to be towed. See “Before Leaving on aLong Trip” in the owner manual index.Dinghy TowingTwo-Wheel-Drive VehiclesNotice: If the vehicle is towed with all four wheelson the ground, the drivetrain components could bedamaged. The repairs would not be covered by thevehicle warranty. Do not tow the vehicle with all fourwheels on the ground.Two-wheel-drive vehicles should not be towed with allfour wheels on the ground. Two-wheel-drivetransmissions have no provisions for internal lubricationwhile being towed.5-3