5.
Lift the front of the truck until there is enough
clearance for the stinger and crossbar to pass
under the bumper. See Fig. 26.8.
If enough clearance can not be gained with a
single lift, jack stands or other means capable of
supporting the weight on the front axle must be
used while the cables are shortened to allow a
second lift.
WARNING
Failure to chock the tires or connect the tow
truck’s air brake system before releasing the
spring parking brakes could allow the disabled
vehicle to suddenly roll. This could cause prop-
erty damage or personal injury.
6.
Chock the rear tires.
NOTICE
Reference the applicable axle manufacturer’s in-
formation to avoid damaging the axle when tow-
ing the truck.
7.
Use mid-rise or high-rise forks, or lift adaptors
(part number 0200020) on the crossbar to pro-
vide clearance for the aerodynamic bumper. See
Fig. 26.9 and Fig. 26.10.
8.
Extend the stinger and place the lift adaptors
under the axle. Make certain the lift adaptors are
under the front suspension springs between the
U-bolts. See
Fig. 26.11 and Fig. 26.12.
9.
Secure the axle to the crossbar with a chain or
ratchet strap.
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Fig. 26.7, Tow Cables Connected to the Tow Hooks
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Fig. 26.8, Moving the Stinger and Crossbar Under the
Bumper
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Fig. 26.9, Lift Adaptors Installed on the Crossbar
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Fig. 26.10, Backing the Tow Truck with Lift Adaptors on
the Crossbar
In An Emergency
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