Downhill turns are especially prone to jackknifing. If you’re going down a steep hill and wish to turn off to the left or right, don’t assume that the trailer will follow you. The trailer tries to continue straight on down the hill due to its momentum and gravity. You must slow it right down or even come to a halt before turning. When you’re satisfied that you’ve checked the trailer’s momentum, then you can pull it around the corner.
If you ever need to do an emergency stop, for example, if a child runs into the road in front of your truck, don’t stamp on the brake pedal. You should press it. Then press the clutch pedal to prevent the truck from traveling further. Hold the steering wheel with your hands in the 10 minutes to 2 position, keeping your thumbs out of the wheel. Press them against the rim, and lock your elbows inward.
