SAFE OPERATION - DRIVING SAFELY
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Braking Exercise
Practice braking to get familiar with the brake response:
• Practice braking at low speed rst, then increase the speed.
• Practice braking in straight line at dierent speeds and dierent braking forces.
• Practice emergency braking. Optimal braking is obtained in straight line, with high force applied,
without locking the wheels.
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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