Oldsmobile Silhouette Owner's Manual page 263

Total Weight on Your Vehicle's Tires
Be sure your vehicle's tires are inflated to the upper
limit for cold tires. You'll find these numbers on the
Certification/Tire label at the rear edge of the driver's
door, or see "Tire Loading" in the Index. Then be sure
you don't go over the GVW limit for your vehicle,
including the weight of the trailer tongue.
Hitches
It's important to have the correct hitch equipment.
Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads are a
few reasons why you'll need the right hitch. Here are
some rules to follow:
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The bumpers on your vehicle are not intended for
hitches. Do not attach rental hitches or other
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bumper type hitches to them. Use only a
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frame mounted hitch that does not attach to
the bumper.
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If you'll be pulling a trailer that, when loaded, will
weigh more than 2,000 lbs. (900 kg), be sure to use a
properly mounted, weight
control of the proper size. This equipment is very
important for proper vehicle loading and good
handling when you're driving.
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Will you have to make any holes in the body of your
vehicle when you install a trailer hitch?
If you do, then be sure to seal the holes later when
you remove the hitch. If you don't seal them, deadly
carbon monoxide (CO) from your exhaust can get
into your vehicle (see "Carbon Monoxide" in the
Index). Dirt and water can, too.
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carrying hitch and sway
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