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:

    Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check
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    Braking in Emergencies
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    Parking Brake
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