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Tie Downs

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

Fig 1: Identifying Tie-Down Location
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NOTE: Pull the chains LH and RH in the same direction, but front and rear side in the counter direction. Pull all the chains in a same moment.
Fig 2: Identifying Chain Direction At Tie-Down Condition
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Fig 3: Identifying Chain Pulling Range At Tie-Down Condition
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Measure the distance between the highest tire point and highest arch point before and after tie-down. Make sure to fix the vehicle securely within 50 mm (1.97 in) difference of measured value (sinking amount).

Fig 4: Measuring Distance Between Highest Tire Point And Highest Arch Point
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