186 Driving and operating
• Axle loads must not be exceeded
when the tow ball load is
included. See Axle loads on
page 246.
• If maximum axle loads are
exceeded, weight should be
removed from the rear of the
vehicle and transferred onto the
trailer.
• If the axle load balance cannot
be corrected, consider using a
load distribution hitch.
Towing and loading equipment
Tow load
Tow ball load
Mandatory equipment
Up to
750 kg
Less than or
equal to 158 kg
Holden 2,000 kg rated tow bar
Holden trailer wiring harness
Up to
750 kg
More than
158 kg
Holden 2,000 kg rated tow bar
Holden trailer wiring harness
Between
750 kg and
2,000 kg
Less than or
equal to 158 kg
Holden 2,000 kg rated tow bar
Holden trailer wiring harness
Brakes on the trailer
Between
750 kg and
2,000 kg
More than
158 kg
Holden 2,000 kg rated tow bar
Holden trailer wiring harness
Brakes on the trailer
• If the tow ball load exceeds
158 kg, consider using a load
distribution hitch.
• A load distribution hitch transfers
load to the vehicles front wheels
aiding steering and brake
performance.
• Do not exceed the maximum
towing capacities specified. See
Maximum towing capacities on
page 184.
• Do not exceed the total front or
rear axle loads specified. See
Axle loads on page 246.
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