1998 Pontiac Grand Prix Owner's Manual - Page 230

Trailer Brakes Because you have anti-lock brakes, do not trytap into to your vehicle's brake system. you do, both brake If systems won't work well, at all. or Following Distance Driving with a Trailer Stay at least twice far behind the vehicle ahead you as as would when driving your vehicle without a trailer. This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns. Passing Towing a trailer requires certain amount of experience. a Before settingout for the open road, you'll want get to You'll need more passing distance ahead when up to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the of feel you're towing a trailer. And, because you're a good dea handling and braking with added weightof the the longer, you'll need go much farther beyond the to trailer. And always keep in mind that vehicle you are passed vehicle before you return to your lane. the can driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as Backing Up responsive as your vehicle by itself. is Hold the bottom the steering wheel with one hand. of Before you start, check thetrailer hitch and platform Then, to move the trailer the left,just move that hand to (and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector, to the left. To move the trailer to the right, move your lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. If the trailer has if electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailer moving and hand to the right. Always back up slowly and, possible, have someoneguide you. then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the 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 trailer brakes are still working. 4-37