Towing; Retractable Tag Axle - PREVOST Motorcoach XL Series Operator's Manual

Torque all nuts, in a crisscross pattern, to 450-500
ft•lbs (610-680 N•m).
Step 8
Completely lower the coach and remove jack.
Adjust tire pressure according to the cold tire
inflation pressures.
Step 9
Store damaged wheel in spare tire compartment.
Repair and balance the flat tire as soon as
possible.
JACKING POINTS
One (1) jacking point on each side of each axle is
provided on vehicle.
illustrations for details.
CAUTION:
Remember that only these jacking
points can be used.
FIGURE 91: Front Axle Jacking Points
CAUTION:
The jacking points on tag axle must
be used only to lift this axle.
FIGURE 92: Tag Axle Jacking Points
CAUTION:
To prevent damage to suspension
components, always raise or unload tag axle
Refer to the following
10005
18086
STARTING AND STOPPING PROCEDURES
before jacking coach using drive axle jacking
points.
FIGURE 93: Drive Axle Jacking Points
Several kinds of hydraulic jacks can be used but
they all must support the following capacities:
Front axle - 13,000 lbs (5 900 kg)
Drive axle - 25,000 lbs (11 365 kg)

TOWING

Two tow eyes are provided at front and rear under
vehicle. Towing should be done from these points
only by means of a solid link tow bar and a safety
chain. This recommended
damaging the vehicle. If required, connect an
auxiliary air supply to the vehicle to release the
vehicle brakes. The engine cannot be started by
pushing or towing.
WARNING:
Never allow passengers to ride in a
towed vehicle for any reason whatsoever.
CAUTION:
transmission is inadequate when the vehicle is
towed. Remove the axle shafts (refer to the
Maintenance Manual for correct procedure) before
towing to avoid
transmission.
NOTE:
When the axle shafts are reinstalled,
ensure that the nuts are tightened to the
appropriate torques and the axle shafts are
properly installed (R.H. & L.H.).
"Maintenance Manual" for torque values.

RETRACTABLE TAG AXLE

Operation of the tag axle is controlled by a valve
located on the R.H. Lateral Console. The valve
4 - 20
method
Internal lubrication
possibility of damaging
Refer to the
11005
prevents
of the