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Recommendations for towing a trailer
- Make sure that when coupled to the laden or unladen trailer car body remained approximately horizontal position, as without a trailer. It does not operate the tractor-trailer when the vehicle body leans heavily forward or backward. Check the vertical load on the trailer coupling and suspension parts in good condition. Make sure that the trailer is not overloaded. - Make sure that transported the trailer loads are properly secured. This is necessary to exclude the displacement of goods. - Ensure that mirrors comply with all the applicable rules. Check the condition and installation of mirrors. - Before starting a trip, check the correct functioning of all exterior lighting and light-signaling devices fitted to the vehicle and trailer. Check the trailer hitch, safety chains, electrical connections and other connections between the vehicle and trailer. After passing a short distance, stop and re-check the proper functioning of all exterior lighting and light-signaling devices, as well as all the connecting nodes between the car and the trailer. - Remember that the train is characterized by maneuverability maneuverability vehicle without a trailer. Therefore perform turns, move backwards, and stop on the road sections, free transport. - Do not rush, you first get your hands on and get used to the increased weight and length of trains. - When towing a trailer, it never exceeds the speed of 100 km / h. If the Rules of the road impose more stringent restrictions, you must follow these restrictions.
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