TOWING DISABLED VEHICLE

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TOWING DISABLED VEHICLE

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INITIAL SETUP:

Maintenance Level

References

Operator

FM 20-22

FM 21-305

GENERAL

This work package provides the data and procedures for towing an M1078/M1078A1

series vehicle. Items covered include Towbar Connection, Preparation Of Disabled Vehicle

(M1078/M1078A1 Series), and Preparation Of Towing Vehicle.

NOTE

Perform this work package if disabled vehicle is a M1078/M1078A1 series

vehicle. If disabled vehicle is another series vehicle, refer to Operator's

manual for that vehicle.

TOWBAR CONNECTION

WARNING

Do not flat tow a fully loaded LMTV and trailer combination. The

FMTV Wrecker towbar can be damaged if wight capacity is

exceeded. Failure to comply may result in serious injury or death to

personnel or damage to equipment.

When towing a vehicle with nonfunctional brakes, use extreme

caution and reduce/adjust speed accordingly. Failure to comply

may result in serious injury or death to personnel or damage to

equipment.

Connect towbar between towing vehicle and disabled vehicle (WP 0055 00).

PREPARATION OF DISABLED VEHICLE (M1078/M1078A1 SERIES)

CAUTION

Drive shafts must be disconnected if disabled M1078/M1078A1 series vehicle

is flat towed (all wheels in contact with ground) over 100 miles (161 km) or if

towing speed is over 35 MPH. Failure to comply may result in damage to

towed vehicle.

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