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Reduce speed smoothly and avoid harsh braking
If the trailer begins to sway, you should hold the steering wheel firmly, reduce speed smoothly, and avoid harsh braking or abrupt steering, which can worsen the instability of the combination.
Brake hard to straighten it as quickly as possible
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Accelerate so the trailer tightens up
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If the trailer begins to sway, you should hold the steering wheel firmly, reduce speed smoothly, and avoid harsh braking or abrupt steering, which can worsen the instability of the combination.
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