Following Distance
Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving the vehicle without a trailer. This can help to avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns.
See also:
Where to Put the Restraint
According to accident statistics, children and infants are safer when properly
restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear
seating position.
We recommend t ...
Passing
More passing distance is needed when towing a trailer. Because
the rig is longer, it is necessary to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle
before returning to the lane. ...
Lockout Protection
If the key is in the ignition and the power door lock switch
is used to lock the doors, all doors will lock and then the
driver door will unlock. It is always recommended that
the ignition key i ...