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![]() GO SLOW When towing a loaded trailer, it takes more distance to accelerate and brake. So take it slow and give yourself room between your truck and the other vehicles. Drive as you would on an icy road. | ![]() PASSING As
a rule, only pass when necessary and obey all laws. Remember to account
for your trailer length when passing a slower vehicle. Check that
you've cleared the other vehicle before returning to your lane. Also,
the extra trailer weight will make acceleration slower. Be sure to use
your turn signals and allow for plenty of clearance. |
![]() MAINTAIN CONTROL If you feel the trailer start to sway or whip, simply take your foot off the gas pedal. Do not brake or speed up. | ![]() THE LONGER THE TRAILER, THE WIDER THE TURN Swing wide while turning and double check your mirrors to be sure your trailer clears all obstacles. |
![]() HOW TO BACK UP Start by putting you hand at the bottom of the steering wheel. To turn left, move your hand left. To turn right, move it right. Adjust your direction little by little. Slight turns of the steering wheel translate to greater movement of the trailer. If your trailer ends up jackknifing, simply pull forward to straighten out and try again. Backing up can take some getting used to so take it slow and have someone behind the trailer to spot you. | ![]() UNEVEN TERRAIN Always
slow down before going downhill. If you're in a manual transmission
vehicle, downshift when going both uphill and downhill. |