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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1990LUMINA APV V6-191 3.1LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISMAINTENANCETOWING INFORMATIONTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINSVEHICLE - TOWING PROCEDURES
1990 Chevrolet Lumina APV V6-191 3.1L
Vehicle - Towing Procedures
1990 Chevrolet Lumina APV V6-191 3.1LSECTION Vehicle - Towing Procedures
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Number: 90-42-02
Section: 0A
Date: August 1989
Subject: TOWING PROCEDURES - LUMINA APV
Model and Year: 1990 U-VANS
TO: ALL CHEVROLET DEALERS
THIS BULLETIN CANCELS AND SUPERSEDES DEALER SERVICE BULLETIN 90-29-0A, DATED JULY 1989. AN ILLUSTRATION HAS BEEN ADDED. ALL COPIES OF 90-29-0A SHOULD BE DISCARDED.
The 1990 U-van MUST NOT BE TOWED from the front using sling type equipment. Use either wheel lift or car carrier equipment to transport this vehicle.
The 1990 U-van can be sling towed from the rear by using the following detailed instructions. The maximum tow speed and distance with drive wheels on the ground is 35 mph for 50 miles or transaxle damage could occur.
FRONT TOW
NOTICE:
DO NOT TOW WITH SLING-TYPE EQUIPMENT OR FACIA/FOG LAMP DAMAGE WILL OCCUR.
USE WHEEL LIFT OR CAR CARRIER EQUIPMENT.
ADDITIONAL RAMPING MAY BE REQUIRED FOR CAR CARRIER EQUIPMENT.
USE SAFETY CHAINS AND WHEEL STRAPS.
REAR TOW
Attach "T" hook chains to side slots in Frame Rails just ahead of rear wheels on both sides. See inset.
Position lower sling crossbar directly under rear bumper.
Attach a separate safety chain to each side of the axle inboard of the spring.
Number: 90-42-02
Section: 0A
Date: August 1989
Subject: TOWING PROCEDURES - LUMINA APV
Model and Year: 1990 U-VANS
TO: ALL CHEVROLET DEALERS
THIS BULLETIN CANCELS AND SUPERSEDES DEALER SERVICE BULLETIN 90-29-0A, DATED JULY 1989. AN ILLUSTRATION HAS BEEN ADDED. ALL COPIES OF 90-29-0A SHOULD BE DISCARDED.
The 1990 U-van MUST NOT BE TOWED from the front using sling type equipment. Use either wheel lift or car carrier equipment to transport this vehicle.
The 1990 U-van can be sling towed from the rear by using the following detailed instructions. The maximum tow speed and distance with drive wheels on the ground is 35 mph for 50 miles or transaxle damage could occur.
FRONT TOW
NOTICE:
DO NOT TOW WITH SLING-TYPE EQUIPMENT OR FACIA/FOG LAMP DAMAGE WILL OCCUR.
USE WHEEL LIFT OR CAR CARRIER EQUIPMENT.
ADDITIONAL RAMPING MAY BE REQUIRED FOR CAR CARRIER EQUIPMENT.
USE SAFETY CHAINS AND WHEEL STRAPS.
REAR TOW
Attach "T" hook chains to side slots in Frame Rails just ahead of rear wheels on both sides. See inset.
Position lower sling crossbar directly under rear bumper.
Attach a separate safety chain to each side of the axle inboard of the spring.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.