Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 -
crc - 8/28/18
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Driving and Operating
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Use a lower gear and the
brakes, when descending steep
hills.
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Do not use axle-mounted
hitches.
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The anti-rattle bolt and nut
should be removed when towing
to prevent damage to the bolt or
tow bar tongue.
Trailer Brakes
.
Trailer brakes are mandatory on
trailers with an Aggregate Trailer
Mass (ATM) of more than
750 kg.
.
Consult the appropriate
regulatory body in your State or
Territory for the legal
requirements of trailer brakes.
Running-in When Towing
It is recommended that a new
vehicle be driven for at least
1,500 km before towing.
If towing is necessary before this,
do not exceed 80 km/h. This also
applies if the vehicle is fitted with a
new or reconditioned engine,
transmission or rear axle.
Vehicle Maintenance
More frequent vehicle maintenance
is required when using the vehicle
to tow. Refer to the Service &
Warranty Booklet in the vehicle's
glovebox.
Towing Equipment
Towbar Cover
To remove hitch cover:
1. Remove the two fasteners on
the lower tabs.
2. Pull the lower edge of the
cover to about a 45 degree
angle.
3. Pull the cover downward to
disengage the upper
attachments.
To reinstall hitch cover:
1. Hold cover at a 45 degree
angle to the vehicle and push
the upper tabs into the slots in
the bumper.
2. Push the bottom of the cover
forward until the lower tabs line
up with the lower slots.
3. Snap the hitch cover into place
by pushing the upper corners
forward.
4. Reinstall the two fasteners on
the lower tabs