1995 GMC Jimmy Owner's Manual - Page 196

A L B If you're using a "dead-weight" hitch, the trailer tongue (A) should weigh 10% of the total loaded trailer weight (B). If you have a "weight-distributing" hitch, the trailer tongue(A) should weigh 12% of the total loaded trailer weight (B). After you've loaded your trailer, weigh the trailer and then thetongue, If separately, to see if the weights are proper. they aren't, you may be able to get them right simply by moving some items around in the trailer. Total Weight on Your Vehicle's Tires Be sure your vehicle's tires are inflated to the limitfor cold tires. You'll find these numbers on the Certification label on the driver's door lock pillar or see "Tire Loading" in the Index. Then be sure you don't go over the GVW limit for your vehicle, including the weightof the trailer tongue. Hitches It's important to have the correct hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks hitch. going by, and rough roads arefew reasons why you'll need the right a Here are some rules to follow: If you'll be pulling a trailer that, when loaded, will weigh more than 2,000 pounds (900 kg), be sure to usea properly mounted, weight-distributing hitch and sway control the proper size. This of equipment is very importantfor proper vehicle loading and good handling when you're driving. 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 the holes later when you remove the hitch. If you don't sealthem, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) from your exhaust can get your vehicle (see into "Carbon Monoxide" in the Index). Dirt and watercan, too. 4-42