Technical data

THE

TOWING

CODE

The Caravan Towing Code ...................................................... 2

Scope of the Code ................................................................. 2

Caravan Terms .......................................................................... 2

Weights .................................................................................. 2

Towing Vehicle Terms .............................................................. 3

Weights .................................................................................. 3

Measurement of Noseweight .................................................. 4

Type of Driving Licence Held ....................................................4

Glossary & Checklist ................................................................ 4

Preparing for the Road ............................................................ 6

Checklist ................................................................................ 6

Loading & Distribution ........................................................... 7

Stability .................................................................................. 8

Pre-tow Checklist ................................................................. 10

Pulling Off ............................................................................... 13

Reversing ................................................................................ 13

Speed Limits ........................................................................... 13

Caravan Handling ................................................................... 13

Motorway Driving ................................................................... 13

Changing a Wheel .................................................................. 13

Jacking Points ........................................................................ 14

Stopping on a Hill ................................................................... 14

Arrival on Site ......................................................................... 15