1995 Cadillac Seville Owner's Manual - Page 234

I A B If you're using a "dead-weight" hitch, the trailer tongue(A) should weigh 10% of the total loaded trailer weight (B). If you have a -_ "weight-distributing" hitch, the trailer tongue should weigh 12% of (A) the total loaded trailer weight (B). After you've loaded your trailer, weigh the trailer and then the tongue, separately, to seeif the weights are proper.If they aren't, you may be able to get themright simply by moving some items around in the trailer. Total Weighton Your khicle's Tires Be sure your vehicle's tires are inflated to the recommended pressurefor cold tires. You'll find these numberson the Certification labelat the rear "Loading Your Vehicle"in the Index. edge of the driver's door or see Then be sure don't go over the GVW limit for your vehicle, including you the weight of the trailer tongue. 4-43