138 Roof racks, caravan and trailer towingRoof racks,caravan and trailertowingRoof racks 3For reasons of safety and to avoiddamaging the roof, we recommend thatyou use the Vauxhall roof rack systemapproved for your vehicle. Consult yourVauxhall Authorised Repairer.Remove the covers from the roof rackmounting apertures.Fasten the roof rack following theinstructions that accompany the system.Driving hints – see page 117.Towing equipment 3Use only towing equipment that has beenapproved for your vehicle. We recommendentrusting the retro-fitting of towingequipment to your Vauxhall AuthorisedRepairer, who will advise you on anypossible towed load increases. YourVauxhall Authorised Repairer hasinstructions on how to install the towingequipment and make any necessarychanges to the vehicle that affect thecooling system, heat shields or otherequipment.For installation dimensions of the trailertowing equipment – see page 211.Towing equipment with fixedcoupling ball bar 3In the case of caravans / trailers with brake,attach break-away stopping cable to eyeto right of coupling ball bar.Roof racks 3......................................... 138Towing equipment 3 .......................... 138Towing equipment with fixedcoupling ball bar 3 .......................... 138Caravan and trailer loads................... 139Coupling socket load........................... 139Rear axle load during towing ............. 139Tyre pressure........................................ 140Driving characteristics, towing tips .... 140Starting on inclines .............................. 1429 WarningDisregard of these notes can lead toinjuries which may be fatal. Vehiclepassengers must be informedaccordingly.
