Roof Racks; Caravan And Trailer Towing; Roof Racks 3; Towing Equipment 3 - Vauxhall Combo Owner's Manual

138 Roof racks, caravan and trailer towing

Roof racks,

caravan and trailer
towing
Roof racks 3......................................... 138
Towing equipment 3 .......................... 138
Towing equipment with fixed
coupling ball bar 3 .......................... 138
Caravan and trailer loads................... 139
Coupling socket load........................... 139
Rear axle load during towing ............. 139
Tyre pressure........................................ 140
Driving characteristics, towing tips .... 140
Starting on inclines .............................. 142
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Warning
Disregard of these notes can lead to
injuries which may be fatal. Vehicle
passengers must be informed
accordingly.
Roof racks
3
For reasons of safety and to avoid
damaging the roof, we recommend that
you use the Vauxhall roof rack system
approved for your vehicle. Consult your
Vauxhall Authorised Repairer.
Remove the covers from the roof rack
mounting apertures.
Fasten the roof rack following the
instructions that accompany the system.
Driving hints - see page 117.
Towing equipment
3
Use only towing equipment that has been
approved for your vehicle. We recommend
entrusting the retro-fitting of towing
equipment to your Vauxhall Authorised
Repairer, who will advise you on any
possible towed load increases. Your
Vauxhall Authorised Repairer has
instructions on how to install the towing
equipment and make any necessary
changes to the vehicle that affect the
cooling system, heat shields or other
equipment.
For installation dimensions of the trailer
towing equipment - see page 211.
Towing equipment with fixed
coupling ball bar
3
In the case of caravans / trailers with brake,
attach break-away stopping cable to eye
to right of coupling ball bar.