Freightliner — Freightliner Cargo Truck Manual (EN)

In an Emergency Hazard Warning Lights Towing The hazard warning light switch ( Fig. 10.1 ) is located in the left switch bank on the instrument panel. Hazard warning lights are operated by pushing the bottom of the switch. When the hazard warning light switch is on, all of the turn signal lights and both of the indicator lights on the control panel will flash. To cancel the warn- ing lights, push the top of the switch. WARNING Do not tow an unbraked vehicle if the combined weight of both vehicles is more than the sum of the gross axle weight ratings (GAWR) of the towing ve- hicle. Otherwise brake capacity will be inadequate, which could result in personal injury or death. IMPORTANT:

When it is necessary to tow the ve- hicle, make sure the instructions below are closely followed to prevent damage to the vehicle. Front Towing Hookup 1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. 2. If the vehicle is to be lifted and towed, remove the drive axle shafts. CAUTION f601425a 10/01/98 Failure to remove the axle shafts when towing the vehicle with the rear wheels on the ground could result in damage to the transmission and other parts. Fig. 10.1, Hazard Warning Light Switch 3. Cover the ends of the hubs with metal plates or plywood cut to fit the axle opening, and drilled to fit 10.1