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Driving with a Trailer
Following Distance
Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience.
Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle .ahead as- you
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Before setting out for the open road, you'll want to get would when driving your vehicle without
a trailer. This$,
to know your rig. AcquQint yourself with the
feel of
can help you avoid situations that require heavy b r - i t
and sudden turns.
handling and braking with the added weight
of the
trailer. And always keep in mind that ,the vehicle you are
driving is now a good deal longer
and not nearly as
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Passing
responsive as your vehicle
is by itself. You'll need more passing distance up ahead when
Before you start, check the.trailer hitch and platform
you're' towing a trailer. And, because you're a good deal
(and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector, longer, you'll need to
go much farther beyond the
lights, tires and mirror adjustment. If the trailer has passed vehicle before you can return to your lane.
electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailer moving and
the brakes are working. This lets you check ,your Hold the bottom
of the steering wheel with one hand.
electrical connection at the
same time. Then, to move the trailer
to the left, just move that hand
During your trip, check occasionally to' be sure that the
to the left. To move the trailer to the right, move your
load is secure, and that the lights and any trailer brakes
hand to the right. Always back up slowly and, if
are still working.
possible.
have
someone
guide you.
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then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure
Backing Up
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