38 • Section 2 — Driving & Safety Cayman 2006
TOWING PROCEDURES
If calling a towing company for service, it is recommended to use a lowboy/landall type of trailer. If a tow
truck is used it needs to have a support arm that goes under the motorhome and secures to the front axle. Inform
the tow company of the axle weights and total weight of the motorhome. Other important information is the
length of the motorhome, number of passengers and milepost location. Two tow trucks may be necessary if the
tow vehicle is not operational.
• Secure any loose or protruding parts if the motorhome is damaged.
• Inspect the points of attachment on a disabled motorhome. If attachment points are damaged, select other
attachment points at a substantial frame structural member.
• Never allow anyone to go under a motorhome while it is being lifted by towing equipment unless the
disabled motorhome is adequately supported by safety stands.
• DO NOT tow the motorhome from the rear. Towing from the rear will severely overload the front tires
and suspension possibly resulting in tire and/or front suspension failure. Rear frame extensions are not
designed to support weight loads imposed by lifting the motorhome from the rear.
NOTE:
The towing company may need to acess the air nipple, located in the
generator compartment, to release the air brakes. Only towing personnel
should perform this procedure.
• If the rear wheels are disabled, place the motorhome on a fl at bed trailer, or use a
heavy duty dolly under the rear wheels and tow the motorhome from the front.
• The drive shaft must be removed to prevent damage to the transmission. Secure end caps to prevent losing
or contaminating the needle bearings.
• The mud fl ap may need to be removed to prevent damage due to limited ground clearance.
WARNING:
In case the motorhome requires towing, ensure all precautions are followed. The drive shaft
must be disconnected and the mud flap may need to be removed. The manufacturer WILL
NOT cover damage to the motorhome caused by towing.
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