Texas Administrative Code
Title 16 - ECONOMIC REGULATION
Part 4 - TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATION
Chapter 86 - VEHICLE TOWING AND BOOTING
Section 86.1000 - Technical Requirements - Tow Truck Safety Equipment and Truck Operations
Universal Citation: 16 TX Admin Code § 86.1000
Current through Reg. 50, No. 13; March 28, 2025
(a) Each tow truck shall, if applicable:
(1) have a legible manufacturer's data plate indicating the capacity of the boom, the winch or the carry mechanism; or
(2) have a document in the truck from the manufacturer stating the capacity of the boom, the winch and the carry mechanism.
(b) Every hydraulic line on each tow truck must be free of leaks and be in good working condition free of defects.
(c) The winch must not exceed the capacity of the boom or leak oil.
(d) The cables must be as specified by the manufacturer and be in good condition, within manufacturer guidelines.
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