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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. One to tow the motorhome and the other to tow a
trailer or the tow vehicle if it is not operational.
Use the following instructions for towing the motorhome:
• 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.
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