GMC Terrain: Loading the Vehicle for Off-Road Driving
WARNING
○ Unsecured cargo on the load floor can be tossed about when driving over rough
terrain. You or your passengers can be struck by flying objects. Secure the cargo
properly.
○ Keep cargo in the cargo area as far forward and as low as possible. The heaviest
things should be on the floor, forward of the rear axle.
○ Heavy loads on the roof raise the vehicle's center of gravity, making it more
likely to roll over. You can be seriously or fatally injured if the vehicle rolls
over. Put heavy loads inside the cargo area, not on the roof.
For more information about loading the vehicle, see Vehicle Load Limits on page 9‑16.
Before Driving Off-Road
○ Have all necessary maintenance and service work completed.
○ Fuel the vehicle, fill fluid levels, and check inflation pressure in all tires,
including the spare, if equipped.
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Environmental Concerns
○ Always use established trails, roads, and areas that have been set aside for
public off-road recreational driving and obey all posted regulations.
○ Do not damage shrubs, flowers, tre ...
See also:
General maintenance
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be performed
at the intervals specified in the “Scheduled Maintenance
Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”. It is recommended th ...
Detaching and storing the cargo net
Detach guide rod 2 from bracket 1 ().
Press the red button on the upper and lower guide rods.
Fold the cargo net and roll it up.
Close the two Velcro fasteners on the cargo net holder.
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Accessing The Storage Bin
NOTE: The spring-loaded latches that retain the
storage bin cover to the cargo load floor should not be
used as cargo tie-downs.
1. Flip the spring-loaded latch pull-loops up.
Cargo Load Floor ...
