1994 Cadillac DeVille Owner's Manual - Page 223

when you removethe hitch. If you don't seal them, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) from yourexhaust can get into your vehicle(see Index under "CarbonMonoxide"). Dirt and water can, too. The bumpers onyour vehicle are not intended forhitches. Do not attach rentalhitches or otherbumper-type hitches to them. Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicleand your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue the trailerso that the tongue of if hitch. Follow will not drop to the roadit becomes separated from the the manufacturer's recommendation for attaching safety chains. Always leave just enoughslack so you can turn with your rig.And, never allow safety chains to dragon the ground. Trailer Brakes Be sure to read and follow the instructions for trailer brakesso you'll the be able to install, adjust and maintain themproperly. Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amountexperience. Before setting of out for the open road, you'll want to get to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the addedweight of the trailer.And always keep in mind that thevehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly so responsive as your vehicle is by itself. Before you start, check the trailerhitch and platform,safety chains, electrical connector, lights, tires and mirror adjustment. the trailerhas If electric brakes, start your vehicleand trailermoving and then apply the trailer brake controller hand to be sure the brakes working. This by are lets you check your electrical connection at the same time. During your trip, check occasionallyto be sure that the load is secure, and that the lights and any trailer brakesare still working.