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You're uncoupling a lorry and trailer. What should you do after disconnecting the electrical line?

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Stow it away safely

Drive forward slowly

Lower the landing gear

Apply the trailer brake

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Disconnect and stow the electrical line safely so that it cannot trail or be damaged. During uncoupling, the trailer brake and lowered landing legs must already secure the trailer before the tractor pulls clear. Follow the full procedure for the actual combination.

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Inspect the fifth wheel before the controlled tug testReviewed guidance summary · The safety clip and visual fifth-wheel inspection precede the controlled tug; the trailer parking brake must already be applied.

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