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 heavy braking and sudden turns.

    See also:

    Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle
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    Electronic Range Select (ERS) Mode
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    Battery
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