Holden Trailblazer Owner Manual (GMSA-Localizing-Australia - 10460368) -
2017 - crc - 6/29/16
Driving and Operating
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Towing and Loading Equipment
Tow Load
Mandatory
Equipment
Recommended
Equipment
Up to 750 kg
Holden tow bar
Load distribution
hitch.
Holden trailer wiring
harness
Between 750 kg and
3,000 kg
Holden tow bar
Load distribution
hitch.
Holden trailer wiring
harness
Brakes on the trailer
Load Distribution Hitch
.
The vehicle may have a load
distribution hitch.
.
The load distribution hitch must
be removed when not in use. Do
not leave the hitch assembly in
the receiver unless a trailer is
attached.
.
A load distribution hitch transfers
load to the vehicle's front wheels
aiding steering and brake
performance.
.
Do not exceed the maximum
towing capacities specified. See
Maximum Towing Capacities
previously in this section.
.
Do not exceed the total front or
rear axle loads specified. See
Axle Loads under
Towing Precautions
.
When heavily loading the vehicle
or when towing, inflate tyres to
the maximum recommended
pressure. See
.
.
Tighten the tow ball retaining nut
to 140 Nm (Newton metres) and
check the torque frequently.
.
Vehicles handle differently when
towing. Take a couple of short
distance trips with the trailer
before taking a long trip.
.
Have the vehicle and trailer
correctly maintained and
serviced, with particular attention
given to the brakes, tyres,
suspension, wheel bearings,
towing coupling and lighting.
.
Use an extended-arm mirror on
both sides of the vehicle if
necessary.
.
If the vehicle has headlamp
range adjustment, headlamps
may need re-aiming after the
loaded trailer has been hitched.
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Use a lower gear and the brakes
when descending steep hills.
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Ensure that the tow bar does not
obscure the rear number plate.
Remove the tow bar tongue
when not required for towing.