1997 Buick Skylark Owner's Manual - Page 212

NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipmentor the rear bumper valance will be damaged.Use a wheel-lift or car-carrier equipment. Additional ramping may be required for the car-carrier equipment. Use safety chains and wheel straps. Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle. Damage can occur from vehicle to ground or vehicle to wheel-lift equipment. To a help avoid damage, install towing dolly and raise vehicle until adequate clearanceis obtained between the groundand/or wheel-lift equipment. Do not attachwinch cablesor J-hooks to suspension components when using car-carrier equipment. Always use T-hooks inserted the in T-hook slots. Ignition key must be in the OFF position to keep the automatic door locks from locking during tow. Attach a separate chainto each sideof the axle inboard of the spring. 5-13