1993 Oldsmobile Achieva Owner's Manual - Page 177

Trailer Brakes Hitches Safety Chains It's important to have the correct hitch You should always attach chains equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks between your vehicle and your trailer. going by, and rough roads are a few Cross the safety chains under the tongue reasons why you'll need the right hitch. of the trailer so that the tongue will not Here are some rules to follow: drop to the road if it becomes separated Will you have to make any holes in the from the hitch. Instructions about safety body of your vehicle whenyou install chains may be provided by the hitch a trailer hitch? Ifyou do, then be sure manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer. Follow the manufacturer's to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch.If you don't seal them, deadly recommendation for attaching safety chains. Always leave just enough slack carbon monoxide (CO) from your exhaust can get into your vehicle. (See so you can turn with your rig. And, never allow safety chains to dragthe ground. on the Index under Carbon Monoxide in Exhaust. ) Dirt and water can, too. The bumpers on your vehicle are not intended for hitches. Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper-type hitches to them. Does your trailer have its own brakes? Be sure to read and follow the so instructions for the trailer brakes you'll be able to install, adjust and maintain them properly. And because you have anti-lock brakes, do not try to tap into your vehicle's brake system. If you do, both brake systems won't work well, or at all. 15 7