TM 9-2510-247-13&P
CONNECTING TO TOWED VEHICLE
NOTE
If the upper receiver connection holes are too high to be connected to the disabled
vehicle, perform the pre-pick lifting procedures (WP 0011) prior to performing
step 3.
Wheels on towed vehicle should be chocked and parking brakes engaged.
If valve control levers are used, an assistant must monitor boom extensions to
ensure boom extensions do not contact towed vehicle.
1.
Remove front towing clevis from towed vehicle.
2.
Using tire stop as a guide, reference Figure 43, align boom to frame of towed vehicle and back prime mover
and towing device under vehicle.
3.
Adjust tire stop so front of towed vehicle is 6 to 12 inches from bump stop when not using tow bar
assembly.
Front tire towed vehicle aligned
Tire Stop
Figure 43. Tire Stop
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