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What are the lighting requirements when a tow truck is pulling a wrecked or disabled vehicle?

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Section § 393.17: Lamps and reflectors – combinations in driveaway-towaway operation.

Guidance Q&A

Question 1: What are the lighting requirements when a tow truck is pulling a wrecked or disabled vehicle?

Guidance: A wrecker pulling a vehicle would be considered a driveaway-towaway operation and should be equipped with the lighting devices specified in § 393.17 when operating in interstate commerce.

Effective Date: Sunday, May 4, 1997
Issued Date: Friday, April 4, 1997