1996 Chevrolet S10 Pickup Owner's Manual - Page 183

Trailer Brakes If your trailer weighs more than1,000 lbs. (450 kg) loaded, then it needs its own brakes -- and they must be adequate. Be sureto read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakesso you'll be able to install, adjust and maintain them properly. Your trailer's brakesystem can tap into the vehicle's hydraulic brake systemonly if a The trailer parts can withstand 3,000 psi Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires certain amount of experience. a to Before setting out for the open road, you'll want get to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer. And alwayskeep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself. Before you start, check the trailer hitch and platform (and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector, lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. the trailerhas If electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to besure the brakes are working. This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time. During your trip,check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure, and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working. (20 650 kPa) of pressure. a The trailer's brake system will less than use 0.02 cubic inch (0.3 cc) of fluid from your vehicle's master cylinder.Otherwise, both braking systems won't work well. You could even lose your brakes. If everything checks out this far, then make the brake fluid tap atthe port on the master cylinder that sends fluid to the rear brakes.But don't use copper tubing for this. If you do, it will bend and finally break off. Use steel brake tubing.