2000 Chevrolet Tracker Owner's Manual - Page 197

Trailer Brakes If your trailer weighs more than 1,000 Ibs. (450 kg) loaded, then it needs its own brakes -- and they must be adequate. Be sure to read and follow instructions for the the trailer brakes you'll be able to install, adjust and so maintain them properly. 0 Driving with a Trailer Don't tap into your vehicle's brake system if the trailer's brake system will use more than cubic 0.02 inch (0.3 cc) of fluid from your vehicle's master cylinder. If it does, both systems won't work well. You could evenlose your brakes. Will the trailer brake parts take3,000 psi (20 650 kPa) of pressure? If not, the trailer brake system must not be used with your vehicle. Towing a trailer requires a certain amountexperience. of Before setting out the open road, you'll want to get for to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the of feel handling and braking with added weight of the the trailer. And always keep 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 trailer has If electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailer moving an then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be su the brakes are working. This lets check your you electrical connection at the same time. If everything checks out this far, then makethe brake be fluid tap at the on the master cylinder that sends During your trip, check occasionally to sure thatthe port load is secure, and that the lamps and any trailer brakes fluid to the rear brakes. But don't use copper tubing are still working. for this. If you do,it will bend and finally break off. Use steel brake tubing. 4-52