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TOWING AND HOISTING
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This vehicle can only be towed from the front with convention-
al sling-type equipment and tow chain with grab hooks.
If a vehicle is towed from the rear, use a tow dolly.
A lumber spacer (4” x 4” x 55” wood beam) should be placed
forward of under guard and under towing hook/shipping tie
down hook.
Then, attach J-hook to the lower arm.
A safety chain system must be used. This system must be
completely independent of the primary lifting and towing
attachment. Care must be taken in the installation of safety
chains to insure they do not cause damage to bumper, painted
surfaces or lights.
LIFTING-GROUND CLEARANCE
Towed vehicle should be raised until wheels are a minimum of
10 cm (4 in.) from the ground. Be sure there is adequate
ground clearance at the opposite end of the vehicle, especiall,y
when towing over rough terrain or when crossing sharp rises,,
such as curbs. If necessary, ground clearance can be in-
creased by removing the wheels from the lifted end of the
disabled vehicle and carrying the lifted end closer to the
ground. A 20 cm (8 in.) ground clearance must be maintained
between brake drums and ground.
FRONT TOWING PICKUP &f
The vehicle may be towed on its rear wheels for extendedd:“’ Y
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distances, provided the parking brake is released.
Make cartain the transmission remains in “NEUTRAL”. “: .
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The following precautions should be taken when towing the’., :
vehicle. .,I
1. Remove exhaust tips and any other optional equipm&nt,. . .
that interface with the towing sling. Padding (heavy shop ,,
towel or carpeting) should be placed between the towr@g,
sling cross bar and any painted surfaces, and bump& .I,
surfaces. ‘+$$;a
2. A safety chain system completely independent of the. i
primary lifting and towing attachment must be used. .
3. Any loose or protruding parts of damaged vehicle such as
hoods, doors, fenders, trim, etc., should be secured prior ’
to moving the vehicle.
4. Operator should refrain from going under a vehicle unless ‘L,,
the vehicle is adequately supported by safety stands.
5. Never allow passengers to ride in a towed vehicle.
6. State and local rules and regulations must be followed
when towing a vehicle.
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