Driving with a trailer
Distance
Backing up
Stay at least twice as far behind the Hold the bottom of the steering
vehicle ahead as you would when wheel with one hand. Then, to move
driving your vehicle without a trailer. the trailer to the left, move your hand
This can help you avoid situations to the left. To move the trailer to the
that require heavy braking and sud- right, move your hand to the right.
Always back up slowly and, if possi-
ble, have someone guide you.
Towing a trailer requires a certain
amount of experience. Before setting
out for the open road, you must get
to know your trailer. Acquaint your-
self with the feel of handling and
braking with the added weight of the
trailer. And always keep in mind that
the vehicle you are driving is now
longer and not nearly as responsive
as your vehicle is by itself.
Before you start, check the trailer
hitch and platform, safety chains,
electrical connector(s), lights, tires
and brakes.
den turns.
Passing
You will need more passing distance
Making turns
up ahead when you’re towing a trail- When you’re turning with a trailer,
er. And, because of the increased make wider turns than normal. Do
vehicle length, you’ll need to go this so your trailer won't strike soft
much farther beyond the passed shoulders, curbs, road signs, trees, or
vehicle before you can return to your other objects. Avoid jerky or sudden
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During your trip, occasionally check
to be sure that the load is secure,
and that the lights and trailer brakes
are still working.
lane.
maneuvers. Signal well in advance.
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