Driving & Safety
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If calling a towing company for service, it is recommended to use a low-
boy/landall type of trailer. If a tow truck is used it needs to have a support arm
that goes under the motorhome and secures to the front axle. Inform the tow
company of the axle weights and total weight of the motorhome. Other impor-
tant information is the length of the motorhome, number of passengers and
milepost location. Two tow trucks may be necessary. One to tow the
motorhome and the other to tow a trailer or the tow vehicle, if the vehicle is not
operational.
Generally, if the motorhome ever needs to be towed, use the following
instructions:
• Secure any loose or protruding parts if the motorhome is damaged.
• Inspect the points of attachment on a disabled motorhome. If
attachment points are damaged, select other attachment points at a
substantial frame structural member.
• Never allow anyone to go under a motorhome while it is being lift-
ed by towing equipment unless the disabled motorhome is ade-
quately supported by safety stands.
• Do not tow the motorhome from the rear. Towing from the rear
will severely overload the front tires and suspension possibly
resulting in tire and/or front suspension failure. Rear frame exten-
sions are not designed to support weight loads imposed by lifting
the motorhome from the rear.
• If the rear wheels are disabled, place the motorhome on a flat bed
trailer or use a heavy duty dolly under the rear wheels and tow the
motorhome from the front.
• The drive shaft must be removed to prevent damage to the trans-
mission. Secure the end caps to prevent losing or contaminating
the needle bearings.
• The mud flap may need to be removed to prevent damage due to
limited ground clearance.
WARNING: In case the motorhome requires towing, ensure
all precautions are followed. The drive shaft must be discon-
nected and the mud flap may need to be removed. The man-
ufacturer WILL NOT cover damage to the motorhome
caused by a towing company.
TOWING
PROCEDURES
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Summary of Contents for 2002 NEPTUNE
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