1998 Oldsmobile 88 Owner's Manual - Page 188

Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer. Cross safety chains under tongue the the to of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop the road if it becomes separatedfrom the hitch. Instructions about safety chains may provided by the hitch be manufacturer or by trailer manufacturer. Followthe the manufacturer's recommendationfor attaching safety chains anddo not attach them to bumper. Always the leave just enough slackso you can turn with your rig. And, never allow safety chains drag onthe ground. to Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires certain amountof experience. a Before setting out the open road, you'll want to get for to know your rig. Acquaint yourself withfeel of the handling and braking with added weightof the the are trailer. And always keep mind that the vehicle you in driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicleis by itself. Trailer Brakes Does your trailer have own brakes? its Be sure to read and follow instructions for the trailer the brakes so you'll be able to install, adjust and maintain them properly. Because you have anti-lock brakes, not try to tap into do your vehicle'sbrake system. If youdo, both brake systems won't work well, at all. or Before you start, check trailer hitch and platform the (and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector, If lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. the trailer has electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by handbe sure to the brakes are working. This lets you check your electrical connection atthe same time. During yourtrip, check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure, and that lamps and any trailer brakes the are still working. 4-35