2005 Hummer H2 Owner's Manual - Page 289

To use the front mounted receiver with the receiver extension, do the following: Power Winch Platform You can use the power winch platform (if equipped) with an aftermarket winch. Connect the winch to the platform and wiring to the vehicle following the winch manufacturer's guidelines. Notice: Do not use the winch platform to winch at a tension of more than 9,000 lbs. (4 082 kg). This would damage your vehicle's frame. This damage would not be covered by your vehicle's warranty. If you are using a winch to pull out another vehicle, follow the winch manufacturer's guidelines and observe the following to prevent damage to your vehicle: • If possible, have your vehicle anchored from 1. Locate the receiver extension (A) in the rear of the vehicle where it is attached to the spare tire mounting plate. 2. Loosen the wing nuts (B) holding the extension to the spare tire plate and remove it. 3. The extension attaches to the front receiver exactly as the power winch platform does. See "Power Winch Platform" following in this section. 4. Attach the accessory you will be using to the receiver extension. 4-57 the opposite side of the winch to a solid, immovable object. If winching from the front, use both of the rear recovery loops. If winching from the rear, use both of the front recovery loops. • Put your transmission in NEUTRAL (N). • Use your regular brakes to hold your vehicle in place and block the wheels to keep the vehicle from moving.