Holden Trailblazer Owner Manual (GMSA-Localizing-Australia - 10460368) -
2017 - crc - 6/29/16
Vehicle Care
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In an emergency, the vehicle may
be towed on all four wheels for short
distances only, using the front
towing eyes.
Caution
No load applied to an individual
front towing eye shall exceed
1,500 kg (static or dynamic).
Emergency Towing Procedure
Tow only on hard-surfaced roads for
a short distance and at low speeds:
1. Fit the towing equipment to the
front towing eyes.
Do not attach towing
equipment to the bumpers or
brackets, suspension or cross
members.
2. Turn the ignition key to
ON
to
enable the steering lock,
windscreen wipers and turn
signals operation.
3. Place the selector lever in
N
or
neutral.
4. Release the park brake.
Note
If the vehicle's battery is flat and the
vehicle requires towing, see
Note
.
A driver must be in the vehicle to
steer and operate the brakes.
.
Drive slowly when towing.
.
Power assist for brakes and
power steering are not available
when the engine is turned off.
The brakes and steering still
function, but require greater
effort.
.
To prevent exhaust fumes
entering the towed vehicle, close
the windows and press
@
.
.
Vehicles with damaged
transmissions must not be
towed.
.
The wheels, axles, drive train,
steering and brakes must be in
good condition.
.
Only the driver should be inside
a towed vehicle.
Towing Another Vehicle
In an emergency, another vehicle
may be towed using the rear towing
eye. State and local laws must be
followed.