Office of
Campus Safety

Vehicle Assists

The Office of Campus Safety provides some limited vehicle service equipment for the campus to borrow. This equipment is available for personal use while on-campus to assist in some basic vehicle service functions. This page outlines those equipment items and suggestions on their use/operation.

This equipment can include:

While this equipment is available to borrow from the Office of Campus Safety, the University does not assume the liability for the individual and personal use of this equipment.

Individuals seeking to borrow equipment will be required to check the equipment out and leave their AUID card (or other form of ID) until the equipment is returned.

If your vehicle requires further assistance than this equipment can provide there are other potential resources:

  • Consult your vehicle insurance carrier for any services or coverage they may provide for road side assistance.
  • Contact a local mechanic or tow service directly or contact the Office of Campus Safety for contact information.

 

Jumpstart Pack

Before attempting to jumpstart a vehicle, the operator should consult the Vehicle's Operator Manual for specific directions from the vehicle manufacturer.

In addition to the vehicle manufacturer's directions, the operator can also consult instructional videos available online, including searching for the specific year, make, and model vehicle.

Additional Resources:

 

Tire Inflator

Before attempting to re-inflate a tire, the operator should consult either the Vehicle's Operator Manual for specific directions from the vehicle manufacturer or information from the tire manufacturer. This includes identifying the max operating tire pressure by the manufacture. 

In addition to the vehicle manufacturer's directions, the operator can also consult instructional videos available online, including searching for the specific make and model of the tire.

Additional Resources:

 

Vehicle Tracks

Vehicle tracks are typically used to help a vehicle gain traction when the vehicle is mildly stuck in the snow/ice. Most vehicle manufacturers do not provide directions on vehicle recovery via this method. Operators can consult instructional videos available online and review the following additional resources.

Additional Resources:

 

Office of Campus Safety