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5.2 Towing
If the vehicle needs to be towed, call a professional towing service.
Since the GO-4 EV is a 3 wheeled vehicle, extra care should when the vehicle is being towed. The
recommended method to tow or transport this vehicle is using a flatbed truck. Alternatively, the GO-4 EV
can be loaded onto the decks of various trucks or trailers or be towed using wheel dollies. If towing the
vehicle using wheel dollies, both the rear wheels must be supported by the dollies, as the GO-4 EV is a
rear wheel drive vehicle.
WARNING:
Never tow vehicle with just a rope or chain. Never tow the vehicle by the method of a
suspension (front or rear) lift.
WARNING:
Always exercise extra caution when towing the vehicle. Be sure to take the following
precautions:
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Do not permit anyone to ride in the GO-4 EV while it is being towed.
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Drive at a reduced speed.
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Turn slowly and carefully.
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Avoid any abrupt driving maneuvers.
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Avoid steep inclines and sharp turns.
CAUTION:
If power is lost from the main battery pack or the 12 volt battery it will not be possible to
disengage the EMB. If this occurs the vehicle should be towed with the rear wheels on dollies as the EMB
locks the rear wheels from moving. It will not be possible to load the vehicle onto the deck of a truck or
trailer in this case unless the EMB is manually backed off.
WARNING:
The process of manually backing
off the EMB is to be performed by certified technicians only. If the EMB is manually backed off, ensure
that the bolts have been retightened to the appropriate torque specification before using the vehicle
again. See service manual for details of this process.
WARNING:
Failure to follow proper towing procedures will cause damage to the vehicle and may result in
bodily injury.
