1998 Buick Riviera Owner's Manual

HitchesIt’s important to have the correct hitch equipment.Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads are afew reasons why you’ll need the right hitch. Here aresome rules to follow:0 The rear bumper on your vehicle is not intended forhitches. Do not attach rental hitches or otherbumper-type hitches to it. Use only a frame-mountedhitch that does not attach to the bumper.e Will you have to make any holes in the body of yourvehicle when you install a trader hitch? If you do, then besure to seal the holes later when you remove the If hitch.you don’t seal them, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) fromyour exhaust can get into your vehicle (see “CarbonMonoxide” in the Index). Dirt and water can, too.Safety ChainsYou should always attach chains between your vehicleand your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongueof the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the roadif it becomes separated from the hitch. Instructionsabout safety chains may be provided by the hitchmanufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer. Follow themanufacturer’s recommendation for attaching safetychains and do not attach them to the bumper. Alwaysleave just enough slack so you can turn with your rig.And, never allow safety chains to drag on the ground.4-34