Towing The Vehicle Transporting A Disabled Vehicle - Chevrolet 4500 HD 2023 Manual

7. If the engine in the disabled vehicle
starts, remove the jumper cables in the
reverse sequence as they were
connected.
Towing the Vehicle
Transporting a Disabled Vehicle
Proper equipment must be used to prevent
damage to vehicles during any towing. State
and local laws which apply to vehicles in
tow must be followed. Vehicles should not
be towed at speeds in excess of 88 km/h
(55 mph).
Connect to the main structural parts of the
vehicle. Do not attach to bumpers, tow
hooks or brackets. Use only equipment
designed for this purpose. Follow the
instructions of the wrecker manufacturer.
A safety chain system must be used.
The procedures below must be followed
when towing to prevent possible damage.
Front End Towing (Front Wheels Off Ground)
To prepare a disabled vehicle for front end
towing with front wheels raised off the
ground, the following steps are necessary:
Block the rear wheels of the disabled
vehicle.
Disconnect the driveshaft at the rear axle.
Secure the driveshaft to the frame or
crossmember.
When towing, disconnect the driveshaft at
the rear axle to ensure the transmission is
not damaged.
The rear end of the driveshaft must be
disconnected and safely secured if the
80 km (50 mi) or 48 km/h (30 mph) is
exceeded.
If there is damage or suspected damage to
the rear axle, remove the axle shafts. Cover
the hub openings to prevent the loss of
lubricant or entry of dirt or foreign objects.
Place a 10 cm (4 in) wood beam against the
towing guide behind the bumper. (If no
10 cm (4 in) is available, then remove the
bumper.) Ensure towing chains do not come
into contact with the horns or the bumper.
(If towing chains contact the bumper, then
remove the bumper.)
Vehicle Care
1. Horns
2. Bumper
After Towing
After towing the vehicle, block the rear
wheels and install axle shafts or driveshaft.
Apply the parking brake before
disconnecting from the towing vehicle.
Front End Towing (All Wheels On the
Ground)
Your vehicle may be towed on all wheels
provided the steering is operable. Remember
that power steering and brakes will not
have power assist. There must be a tow bar
installed between the tow vehicle and the
disabled vehicle.
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