To drive with the trailer, how should you raise the landing gear?

Raising the landing gear all the way up is the correct practice when preparing to drive with a trailer. This ensures that the trailer is fully secured and connected to the towing vehicle, eliminating any risk of the landing gear dragging on the ground or coming into contact with the pavement while in transit.

When the landing gear is fully retracted, it allows for better maneuverability and handling of the trailer, preventing potential damage to both the trailer and the roadway. Additionally, a fully raised landing gear minimizes the chance of accidental disengagement during travel, which could lead to hazardous situations on the road.

Other choices do not provide the necessary safety measures. Only lifting the landing gear just off the pavement or leaving it down could result in instability and road hazards. Raising it just enough to keep it stable might not account for vibrations and movements that occur during driving, increasing the risk of the landing gear becoming loose or improperly supporting the trailer. Therefore, the best practice is to always raise the landing gear completely when operating the vehicle with a trailer.