In An Emergency - freightliner Columbia Driver Manual

In an Emergency

Hazard Warning Lights
The hazard warning light switch tab is located on the
turn signal control lever. See
hazard lights, pull the tab out. All of the turn signal
lights and both of the indicator lights on the control
panel will flash.
9/26/95
Fig. 13.1, Hazard Warning Light Switch Tab (left-hand
drive shown)
To cancel the hazard warning lights, push the turn
signal control lever either up or down, then return the
lever to its neutral position.
Fire Extinguisher
A fire extinguisher is located in the cab by the driv-
er's door.
Emergency Kit, Optional
An optional emergency kit package is located be-
tween the seats, at the front of the center console, if
the vehicle does not have a sleeper compartment. If
there is a sleeper compartment, the emergency kit is
located elsewhere, depending on vehicle configura-
tion. The package includes one or more of each of
the following: first aid kit, a reflective vest, and a tri-
angular reflector and flare kit.
If there is an emergency while driving, cautiously pull
off the road, paying attention to other traffic. Turn on
the hazard warning lights. Place the flares and reflec-
tor along the side of the road, to alert other drivers
that an emergency situation exists.
13.1
Fig. 13.1.To operate the
f541098
WARNING
Use extreme care when placing flares in emer-
gency situations that involve exposure to flam-
mable substances such as fuel. An explosion or
fire could occur causing serious personal injury.
Towing
When it is necessary to tow the vehicle, make sure
the instructions below are closely followed to prevent
damage to the vehicle.
WARNING
Do not tow an unbraked vehicle if the combined
weight of both vehicles is more than the sum of
the gross axle weight ratings (GAWR) of the tow-
ing vehicle. Otherwise brake capacity will be in-
adequate, which could result in personal injury or
death.
CAUTION
If the vehicle is equipped with the AirLiner front
suspension or the Hendrickson STEERTEK axle,
it is required that tow straps be used when tow-
ing the vehicle. A tow strap should be connected
to the tow hooks, if equipped, or wrapped around
the front axle. Using a tow chain around the front
axle will damage the axle.
Front Towing Hookup
1. Disconnect the battery ground cables.
CAUTION
Failure to remove the axle shafts when towing
the vehicle with the rear wheels on the ground
could result in damage to the transmission and
other parts.
2. Remove both drive axle shafts. On dual drive
axles, if the vehicle is to be lifted and towed, re-
move only the rearmost drive axle shafts.
On vehicles equipped with an air fairing, remove
both the forward and rearmost drive axle shafts if
there is insufficient towing clearance.