General Information: Notices: Note: Tie-Downs

Tie-downs are used when transporting vehicles and when using the chassis dynamo. Attach tie-down only to the specified place on the vehicle.

Tie-down location 

Fig 1: Identifying Location Of Hook For Tie-Down, Hook For Tie-Down And Towing

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Chain direction at tie-down condition 

Fig 2: Replacement Chain Direction Of Tie-Down Condition

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Chain pulling range at tie-down condition 

Fig 3: Identifying Chain Pulling Range Of Tie-Down Condition

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Vehicle sinking volume at tie-down condition 

Measure the distance "L" between the highest tire point and highest arch point before and after tie-down. Difference of measured values (sinking volume) should be within 50 mm (1.97 in) and make sure to fix the vehicle securely.

Fig 4: Identifying Distance "L" From Tire Highest Point To Arch Highest Point

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