Towing - Volvo FM Handbook

Towing

Procedure before towing
• Remove the propshaft
• Insert the towing brace and towing pin
• Applying chocks to the wheels before the hand-
operated parking brake is disengaged
• Turn off TCS. Otherwise the system may activate
and the truck become disconnected from the towing
vehicle.
• Start the engine and let it run during the entire
towing operation. Lift up the bogie axle so that the
wheels do not turn when the truck is being reversed.
Use a tow rod.
The power steering does not operate during towing
and the vehicle will be heavy to steer.
If something happens 635
Batteries contain oxyhydrogen
gas which is very explosive. A
spark, which can ignite if you
connect the starting cables
incorrectly, or if they are moved
around during the starting
procedure, is sufficient for the
battery to explode and cause
serious damage and injury.
Batteries contain sulphuric acid
which can give serious burns. If
the acid gets in your eyes, skin or
clothes, rinse with large amounts
of water. If the acid gets in your
eyes, get medical attention at
once. Do not lean over the
batteries.
Warning!
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