NYC Tow Truck Endorsement 2023, Complete Solutions
Air Dam - ANSWER a flexible air-deflecting panel usually located below the radiator support. Approach Angle - ANSWER the angle between the plane of the carrier bed or platform and the ground. Auxiliary Braking Device - ANSWER a device which attaches to the disabled vehicle to assist the tow truck's brakes in retarding or stopping both vehicles. Auxiliary Equipment - ANSWER equipment that is not necessary to perform the basic function of the primary equipment. Auxiliary Tow Lights - ANSWER stop, tail and turn signal lights attached to the trailing end of the towed vehicle, and operated as part of the towing vehicle's lighting system. Also see "Drag Lights". Auxiliary Winch - ANSWER same as "Drag Winch": a winch whose cable goes directly to the load, and not over the end of the boom. Axle Covers - ANSWER devices used to cover drive axle shaft openings to help prevent contamination or loss of wheel bearing lubrication during towing or transporting operations. Bed Locks - ANSWER devices on a vehicle with a movable bed that secure the bed in place while traveling.
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