GMC Terrain: Hitches - Towing Equipment - Towing - Driving and Operating - GMC Terrain Owner's ManualGMC Terrain: Hitches

Use the correct hitch equipment. See your dealer or a hitch dealer for assistance.

○ The rear bumper on the vehicle is not intended for hitches. Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper-type hitches to it. Use only a frame-mounted hitch that does not attach to the bumper. . Will any holes be made in the body of the vehicle when the trailer hitch is installed? If there are, seal the holes when the hitch is removed. If the holes are not sealed, dirt, water, and deadly carbon monoxide (CO) from the exhaust can get into the vehicle. See Engine Exhaust on page 9‑28.

    Safety Chains
    Always attach chains between the vehicle and the trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting the road if it becomes separated from t ...

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    In Canada
    If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should contact the Customer Service Department immediately. Canadian customers who wish to report a safety defect to the Canadian governm ...

    Oil check preparation
    Prior to checking the oil level ensure that: - The vehicle is on level ground. - The engine oil is cold. Note: If it is necessary to check the oil level when the engine is hot, switch off the engi ...

    Tire pressures and wear
    Maintaining the correct tire pressures helps to maximize the tires’ service lives and is essential for good running performance. Check and, if necessary, adjust the pressure of each tire (inc ...