1998 GMC Safari Owner's Manual - Page 216

Hitches Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle It's important to have correct hitch equipment. the the Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads are aand your trailer. Cross the safety chains undertongue of the trailerso that the tongue will not to the road few reasons why you'll need the right hitch. Here are drop if it becomes separated from the hitch. Instructions some rules to follow: about safety chains may be provided by the hitch If you'll be pulling a trailer that, when loaded, will weigh more than2,000 lbs. (900 kg), be sure to use a manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer. Follow the manufacturer's recommendationfor attaching safety properly mounted, weight-distributing hitch and chains and do not attach them to the bumper. Always sway controlof the proper size. This equipment is leave just enough slackso you can turn with your rig. very importantfor proper vehicle loading and good And, never allow safety chains to drag on the ground. handling when you're driving. Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch? Trailer Brakes If your trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs. (450 kg) If you do, then be sure to seal the holes later when loaded, thenit needs its own brakes-- and they must be for you remove the hitch. If you don't seal them, deadly adequate. Be sure to read and follow the instructions carbon monoxide (CO) from your exhaust can get the'trailer brakesso you'll be able to install, adjust and maintain them properly. into your vehicle (see "Carbon Monoxide" the in Index). Dirt and water can, too. 4-32