How Do You Release a Car From a Tow Truck?

Having your car towed is a hassle; not only do you have to pay the tow truck driver, but you also have to figure out how to get your car released. Before you can drive away, you’ll need to release the car from the tow truck. Here’s what you need to know about releasing a car from a tow truck.

Check for Local Laws. Before attempting to release your car from the tow truck, make sure it is legal for you to do so in your area. Some cities and states have laws that prohibit individuals from releasing cars from tow trucks without the assistance of a law enforcement officer or licensed professional.

Call and Pay Your Tow Truck Driver. Once you’ve determined it is legal for you to release your car from the tow truck, it’s time to call and pay your driver.

Ask them what their process is for releasing vehicles they have towed and follow their instructions carefully. Most likely, they will require payment before they will give you any information about how to get your vehicle off of their truck.

Gather Your Equipment. Depending on the type of tow truck your vehicle was attached to, you may need some additional equipment in order to safely release it.

If it was hooked up with chains or cables, then you will need a wrench set or cable cutters in order to free it up. Other types of tow trucks may require different tools such as screwdrivers or hammers in order for you to loosen and remove any pins or bolts that are holding it in place.

Release Your Car From the Tow Truck. With all of the necessary tools in hand, now is the time to actually release your car from the tow truck.

Start by loosening any chains or cables that are attached to your vehicle and then remove any pins or bolts that are holding it in place on the truck’s bed or frame. Once everything is loose and free, carefully move your vehicle off of the back of the tow truck and onto its own four wheels once again!

Conclusion: Releasing a car from a tow truck requires following local laws, calling and paying your driver, gathering necessary equipment, and then carefully removing any pins or bolts that are holding it in place on the truck’s bed or frame before moving it off of the back of the vehicle. With patience and caution, this process can be completed without harming either yourself nor anyone else involved!

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James Gardner