CAR CARRIER LOADING PROCEDURES:
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Secondary Safety Strap:
•
It is highly recommended to attach a secondary backup nylon
strap to the vehicle during loading and unloading. This is a pre-
caution in the event the eyebolt attachment should fail.
• Using a short nylon strap, wrap the lower control arm with one
end and attach the other end to the winch line hook (see illus-
tration for details). This strap will remain slack and will only
be utilized as a securing device if the eyebolt attachment fails.
Ensure the strap remains slack throughout the loading/unloading
of the vehicle. Ensure there is no contact between the hook and
the painted surface.
NOTE:
A soft clean rag can be used to protect the surfaces.
Ramping:
•
Due to the low profile of this vehicle, ramping and extreme care
must be used to avoid damage to the front and rear lower panels.
NOTE:
Three 2x6 boards with the ends cut at 45 degree angles
stacked in line give the best results (seen in the image to the right).
Tie-down Method:
•
When the vehicle is in its loaded position on the flatbed and the
deck of the car carrier is still in the deployed position, secure the
vehicle with a wheel chock to prevent it from rolling and attach
the first wheel strap over the tire closest to you. Continue secur
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ing the vehicle on all four corners.
•
Once the bed is in its transport position and the vehicle is secured
to the bed with four wheel strap tie-downs, place the transmis-
sion into
P
ark and ensure the parking brake is set to help secure
the vehicle.
•
Clearance around the wheel is limited and careful routing of
straps is needed to avoid contacting brake lines and wheel speed
sensor wires, especially behind the front wheels. Careful routing
of the straps is also important to avoid contact with the painted
surfaces of the vehicle.
•
After securing, slacken the winch line slightly to prevent any
downward pull on the towing eyebolt. This will help to prevent
damage if bumps are encountered during transport. Ensure the
Start/Stop button is OFF and the electronic key is removed from
the vehicle.
