1998 Chevrolet Camaro Owner's Manual - Page 214

Safety Chains Driving with a Trailer You should always attach chains between your vehicle Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. to and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongueBefore settingout for the open road, you'll want get to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with feel of the of the trailerso that the tongue will not to the road drop handling and braking with the added weight of the if it becomes separated from the hitch. Instructions trailer. And always keep in mind that the vehicle are you about safety chains may be provided by the hitch driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer. Follow the responsive as your vehicle by itself. is manufacturer's recommendationfor attaching safety chains anddo not attach them to the bumper. Always Before you start, checkthe trailer hitch and platform leave just enough slackso you can turn with your rig. (and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector, And, never allow safety chains drag on the ground. to lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. the trailer has If electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailer moving and Trailer Brakes then apply the trailer brake controller by hand sure to be If your trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs. (450 kg) the brakes are working. This lets you check your loaded, then it needs its own brakes-- and they must be electrical connection at the same time. adequate. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for During your trip, check occasionally be sure that the to the trailer brakesso you'll be ableto install, adjust and load is secure, and that the lamps and any trailer brakes maintain them properly. Because you have anti-lock are still working. brakes, do not try to tap into your vehicle's brake system. If you do, both brake systems won't work well, Following Distance or at all. Stay at least twiceas far behind the vehicle ahead you as would when driving your vehicle without a trailer. This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns. 4-34