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Safe Operation - Driving Safely
Remember, braking distance depends on vehicle speed, load and the type of surface. Also, the tires and
brakes conditions play a major role.
Reverse Exercise
Practice using the reverse:
• Place 1 cone marker on both sides of the vehicle beside each rear wheel.
• Move the vehicle forward until you can see the cone markers behind you, then stop the vehicle.
Acknowledge the distance required to see obstacles behind you.
• Learn how the vehicle handles in reverse and reacts with steering inputs.
• Always perform this reverse exercise at slow speeds.
Emergency Engine Stopping Exercise
Learn how to stop your engine quickly in an emergency situation:
• While running at low speed, simply turn the ignition key to the o position. This is to familiarize you
with the vehicle’s reaction when the engine is turned o while driving and to develop this reex.
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