Mirrors; Passengers; Snaking - Bailey 2002 Series Owner's Manual

Chapter 2
space as is possible between your caravan and the high sided vehicle.

Mirrors

The Law requires the driver of the towing vehicle to have an adequate
view to the rear.
If there is no rear view through the caravan windows it may be necessary
to have additional exterior towing mirrors fitted to provide a view along
both sides of the caravan. In some countries these additional mirrors are
a legal requirement.
Any rear view mirror must not project more than 200mm outside...
* the width of the caravan when being towed
* the width of the towing vehicle when driven solo
Any additional rear view mirror fitted shall be of an approved European
type and cover the field of view as stipulated by the regulations.

Passengers

Warning: Passengers are forbidden to ride in a caravan at any time.

Snaking

This is a term used to denote an unstable car and caravan combination
where the caravan 'weaves' from side to side often causing a similar
swaying movement in the car itself. Possible causes are:
i. Insufficient tyre pressures on either caravan or tow vehicle.
ii. Tow vehicle too light or otherwise unsuitable.
iii. Incorrect loading or weight distribution.
iv. Excessive speed especially downhill.
v. Side winds.
vi. Overtaking.
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