1994 Buick Roadmaster Owner's Manual - Page 184

Total Weight on Your Vehicle's Tires Be sure your vehicle's tires inflated tothe limit for are cold tires. You'll find these numbers on Certification the label atthe rear edge of the driver'sdoor or see "Loading Your Vehicle" in the Index. Then be sure you don't go over theGVW limit for your vehicle. The bumpers on your vehicle are not intended for hitches. Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper-type hitches to them. Use only a frame-mounted hitch that does not attach to the bumper. Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailerso that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separated from the hitch. Instructions about safety chainsmay be provided by the hitch manufacturer or the trailer manufacturer. by Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for attaching safety chains. Always leave enough slack just so you can turn with your rig.. And, never allow safety chains to drag on the ground. Hitches It's important to have the correct hitch equipment. are Crosswinds, large trucks going and rough roads a by, few reasons why you'll need the right hitch. Here are some rules to.follow: If you'll be pulling a trailer that, when loaded, will weigh more than2,000 pounds (900 kg), be sure to use a properly mounted, weight-distributing hitch and sway control the proper size. of This equipment is very important for proper vehicle loading and good handling when you're driving. Will you haveto make any holesin the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch? you do, If then be sure seal the holes later when you remove to the hitch.If you don't seal them, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) from your exhaust can get into your vehicle (see "Carbon Monoxide" in the Index). Dirt and water can, too. Trailer Brakes If your trailer weighs more than 1,000 pounds (450 kg) be loaded, then it needs its own brakesand they must adequate. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakesso you'll beable to install, adjust and maintain them properly. Because you have anti-lock , brakes, do not try to tap into your vehicle's brake system. If you do, both brake systems won't work well, or atall.