1997 Chevrolet Malibu Owner's Manual - Page 179

a CAUTION: Things you put inside yourvehicle can strike and injurepeople in a sudden stop turn, or or in a crash. Put things in the trunkof your vehicle. In a trunk, put them far forward as you can. as Try to spread theweight evenly, Never stack heavier things, like suitcases, inside thevehicle so that some of them are above the tops the seats. of Don't leave an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle. When you carry something inside the vehicle, secure it whenever can. you Don't leave a seat folded down unless you need to. Towing a Trailer A CAUTION: If you don't use the correct equipment and drive properly, you can lose control when you pull a trailer. For example, if the traileris too heavy, the brakes may not work well or even at all. You and your passengers could be seriously injured. Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the steps in this section. Ask your Chevrolet dealer for advice and information about towing a trailer with yourvehicle. -- NOTICE: Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs notcovered by your warranty. To pull atrailer correctly, follow the advice in this part, and your Chevrolet see dealer for important information about towing a trailer with yourvehicle. ~ 4-32