1995 Buick Roadmaster Owner's Manual - Page 181

Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer. Cross safety chains under the tongue the of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separatedfrom the hitch. Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch . manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer. Follow the manufacturer's recommendationfor attaching safety chains and do not attach themthe bumper. Always to leave just enough slackso you can turn with your rig. And, never allow safety chains drag on the ground. to Trailer Wiring Harness The trailer towing package includesfive wire harness a found in the rear compartment of your vehicle. You can go to a recreational vehicle facility to have it installed. Driving witha Trailer Towing atrailer requires a certain amount experience. of Before settingout for the open road, you'll want to get to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with feel of the handling and braking with added weightof the the trailer. And always keep mind thatthe vehicle you are in driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle by itself. is Before you start, check trailer hitch and platform the (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 apply the trailer brake controller hand to be sure by the brakes are working. This you check your lets electrical connection at the same time. Trailer Brakes If your trailer weighs more than 1,000 pounds (450 kg) loaded, then it needs its own brakes and they must be -adequate. Be sure read and follow the instructions for to the trailer brakesso you'll beable to install, adjust and maintain them properly. Because you have anti-lock brakes, do not try to tap into your vehicle's brake system. If youdo, both brake systems won't work well, or at all. During your trip, check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure, and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working.