1998 Pontiac Sunfire Owner's Manual - Page 207

Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand. Then, to move the trailer to theleft, just move that hand to the left. To move the trailer to the right, move your hand to the right. Always back up slowly and, if possible, have someone guide you. Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer The green arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps will also flash, telling other drivers you're about to turn, change lanes or stop. When towing a trailer, the green arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out. Thus, you may thinkdrivers behind you are seeing your signal when they are not. It's important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working. Making n r n s NOTICE: Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailerto come in contact with the vehicle. Your vehicle couldbe damaged. Avoid Driving On Grades making very sharp turns while trailering. When you're turning with atrailer, make wider turns than normal. Do this so your trailer won't strike soft shoulders, curbs, road signs, trees or other objects. Avoid jerky orsudden maneuvers. Signal well in advance. I NOTICE: Do not tow on steep continuous grades exceeding 6 miles (9.6 km). Extended, higher than normal engine and transaxle temperatures may result and damage yourvehicle. Frequent stops are very importantto allow the engine and transaxle to cool.