Specifications

SECTION 6
On Highway and On Roadway
Recommended Towing Procedure
Hendrickson recommends that a vehicle equipped with a STEERTEK axle be towed by the
following methods (listed in order of preference) for ON HIGHWAY or ON ROADWAY
applications.
1. Wheel lift method, the ideal towing procedure
2. Towing the vehicle from the rear method
3. Conventional axle fork method
Please read, understand and comply with any additional towing instructions and safety pre-
cautions that may be provided by the vehicle manufacturer.
Hendrickson will not be responsible for any damage to the axle, suspension or other vehicle
components resulting from any towing method or fixture not authorized by Hendrickson.
Please contact Hendrickson Tech Services at 630.910.2800 or send email to:
[e-mail] with any questions regarding proper towing procedures
for vehicles equipped with a STEERTEK axle.
WHEEL LIFT METHOD—IDEAL
This method provides the greatest ease for towing the vehicle. Lifting at the tires helps
reduce the risk of possible damage to the axle, suspension, and engine components dur-
ing towing operations, see Figure 6-1.
FIGURE 6-1 Wheel lift method
TOWING VEHICLE FROM THE REAR METHOD
This method is preferred when the proper equipment is not available to perform the wheel
lift method and is necessary for wreckers not equipped with an under lift system.
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