1995 Pontiac Firebird Owner's Manual - Page 186

Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not to the road drop if it becomes separated from hitch. Instructions the about safety chains may provided by the hitch be manufacturer orby the trailer manufacturer. Follow the manufacturer's recommendationfor attaching safety chains and do not attach them to the bumper. Always leave just enough slackso you can turn with your rig. And, never .allow safety chains to drag onground. the Driving witha Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount experience. of Before setting out the open road, you'll want get for to to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with feel of the handling and braking with the added weightthe of trailer. And always keep in mind that vehicle you are the driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle by itself. is Before you start, check the trailer hitch platform and (and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector, lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. the trailer has If electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailer moving and then applythe trailer brake controller by hand.to be sure thg brakes are working. This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time. During your trip,check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure, and that the lamps and any brakes trailer are still working. Trailer Brakes If your trailer weighs more than 1,000pounds (450 kg) loaded, then it needs its brakes -- and they must be own adequate. Be sure read and follow the instructionsfor to the trailer brakes you'll be able to so instal, adjust and maintain them properly. Because you have anti-lock brakes, do not try to tap into your vehicle's brake system. If you do, both brake systems won't work well, or at all. 4-35