1998 Cadillac Seville Owner's Manual - Page 232

Be sure to read and follow the instructionsthe trailer for Will you have to make any holes inthe body of your vehicle when youinstall a trailer hitch? you do, If brakes so you'll be able to install, adjust and maintain then be sure to seal the holes when you remove later them properly. the hitch. If you don't seal them, deadly carbon Driving with a Trailer monoxide (CO)from your exhaust can get your into vehicle (see "Carbon Monoxide" in the Index). Dirt Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience and water can, too. Before setting out the open road, you'll want to get for to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the of feel Safety Chains of handling and braking with the added weight the You should always attach chains between your vehicle trailer. And always keep in mind that the vehicle you and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue are drivingis now a good deal longer and not nearly as drop to the road of the trailer so that the tongue will not responsive as your vehicle is by itself. if it becomes separatedfrom the hitch. Instructions Before you start, check the trailer hitch and platform about safetychains may be provided by the hitch (and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector, manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer. Followthe lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. the trailer has If manufacturer's recommendationfor attaching safety electric brakes,start your vehicle and trailer moving chains and do not attach them to the bumper. Always and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to leave just enough slackso you can turn with your rig. lets be sure the brakes are working. This you check And, never allow safety chains drag on the ground. to your electrical connection at the same time. Trailer Brakes During your trip, check occasionally be sure that the to Because you have anti-lock brakes, don't try to tap into load is secure, and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working. your vehicle's hydraulic brake system. If you both do, brake systems won't work well, at all.If you tow or more than 1,000 lbs. (450 kg), use trailer brakes. Be sure or to follow the instructions that come with the trailer from the brake manufacturer. 4-35