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Tow dolly question with Vibe

mygsds
Explorer
Explorer
We are using our tow dolly for thenfirst time this weekend with our Vibe. I figured I had to leave in neutral and larking brake off but key cant come put if set that way.
What is requirment for setting car for towing like this?

Pat
Pat and Ron and 1 wild agility GSD
2015 Fleetwood Bounder 35K
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enblethen
Nomad
Nomad
The Acme does not have a pivoting platform. You need to unlock the steering column as previously posted Wildebill308.

Bud
USAF Retired
Pace Arrow


2003 Chev Ice Road Tracker

WILDEBILL308
Explorer II
Explorer II
mygsds wrote:
Thanks we bought used an Acme and watched the video but it didnt specify.

You should go to the Acme website and down load the owners manual.

http://cartowdolly.com/online-owners-manual/

From the owners manual,
Emergency brake must always be released. Front wheel drive cars can be towed in park. Consult ownerโ€™s manual about towing Four Wheel Drive or All Wheel Drive vehicles. If your car uses a locking steering column, we recommend that you leave you keys in the accessory position to allow your wheels to turn freely.
Bill
2008 Newmar Mountain Aire
450 HP CUMMINS ISM
ALLISON 4000 MH TRANSMISSION
TOWING 2014 HONDA CRV With Blue Ox tow bar
A man who carries a cat by the tail learns something he can learn in no other way.
-Mark Twain

WILDEBILL308
Explorer II
Explorer II
You won't be going far with the parking brake on.
Bill
2008 Newmar Mountain Aire
450 HP CUMMINS ISM
ALLISON 4000 MH TRANSMISSION
TOWING 2014 HONDA CRV With Blue Ox tow bar
A man who carries a cat by the tail learns something he can learn in no other way.
-Mark Twain

mygsds
Explorer
Explorer
Thanks we bought used an Acme and watched the video but it didnt specify.
Pat and Ron and 1 wild agility GSD
2015 Fleetwood Bounder 35K

enblethen
Nomad
Nomad
Front wheel drive, should be in park or gear, parking brake off.
Which tow dolly?
Information from Demco website and in manual.
Step 7. Drive vehicle onto the platform - front forward - until
tires touch the wheel stops at the front of each side of the
platform and the platform tilts to a flat position. Make sure the
car is centered on the platform. Towed vehicle tires must fit
in wheel troughs without overhanging sides. Engage towed
vehicle parking brake. Shift loaded car into โ€œparkโ€ and lock
steering wheel with front tires in a straight position. If the car
does not have a locking steering column the steering wheel
must be tied securely with front tires in a straight position.

Bud
USAF Retired
Pace Arrow


2003 Chev Ice Road Tracker