1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Owner's Manual - Page 181

Safety Chains Driving with a Trailer You should always attach chains between your vehicle Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongueBefore setting out for the open road, you'll want to get of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with feel the of if it becomes separatedfrom the hitch. Instructions handling and braking with the added weight of the about safety chains may be provided the by hitch trailer. And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer. Follow the driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as manufacturer's recommendation for attaching safety responsive as your vehicle is by itself. chains and do not attach them to the bumper. Always Before you start, check the trailer hitch and platform leave just enough slackso you can turn with your rig. (and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector, And, never allow safety chains to drag on the ground. lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. If the trailer has Trailer Brakes Does your trailer have its own brakes? Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you'll be able to install, adjust and maintain During your trip, check occasionally to be sure that the them properly. And because you have anti-lock brakes, load is secure, and that the lamps and any trailer brakes do not try to tap into your vehicle's brake system. If you are still working. do, both systems won't work well. or at all. electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes are working. This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time. 4-36