1995 Chevrolet Lumina Owner's Manual - Page 160

After you've loaded your trailer, weigh the trailer and then the tongue, separately, to if the weights are see proper. If they aren't, you may be able to get them right simply by moving some items around in the trailer. Total Weighton Your Vehicle's Tires Be sure your vehicle's tires are inflated to the recommended pressure for cold tires. You'll find these numbers on the Tire-Loading Information label (found inside the trunk or see "Loading Your Vehicle'' in lid) the Index. Then be sure don't go over the you GVW limit for your vehicle, including the weight of the trailer tongue. 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 tongue the of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separated from the hitch. Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer. Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for attaching safety chains and do not attach them to the bumper. Always leave just enough slack 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. Crosswinds, large trucks going and rough roads are a by, few reasonswhy you'll need the right hitch. Here are some rules to follow: 0 Will you have to make any holesin the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch? If you do, then be sure to seal holes laterwhen you remove the 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. 4-32