1993 Buick LeSabre Owner's Manual - Page 192

trailer adds considerably to wind resistance, increasing the pulling requirements. All of that means changes in: Handling Durability Fueleconomy Then, during the first 500 miles (800 km) that you 50 tow a trailer, don't drive over mph (80 km/h) and don't make starts at full throttle. This helps your engine and other parts your vehicle wear in at of the heavier loads. Three important considerations have to do with weight: Weight of the Trailer How heavy cana trailer safely be? It should never weigh more than1,000 pounds (450 kg), unless you have the optional3,000 pound (1350 kg) trailer towing package. But even that can too heavy. be It depends on how you plan to use your rig. For example, speed, altitude, road grades, outside temperature and how much your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important. And,it can also depend on any special equipment thatyou have on your vehicle. You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at Buick Motor Division, Customer Assistance Center,902 E. Hamilton Avenue, Flint, MI 48550. In Canada, write to General Motors Canada Limited, of Customer Assistance Center, 1908 Colonel Sam Drive, Oshawa, Ontario LlH 8P7. If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do, hereare some important points. There are many different laws having to do with trailering. Make sure your rig will legal, not only be A where you live but also where you'll be driving. good source for this information can be state or provincial police. Consider using a sway control if your trailer will weigh 2,000 pounds (900 kg) or less.You should always usea sway control if your trailer will weigh more than 2,000 pounds (900 kg). You can aska hitch dealer about sway controls. Don't tow a trailer at all during the first500 miles (800 km) your new vehicle is driven. Your engine, axle or other parts could be damaged. 190