Frequently asked questions
Can I use the lights and siren on a Kei fire truck?
Generally not on public roads. States reserve red and blue warning lights, flashing lights and sirens for authorized emergency vehicles. Cover or disconnect the lights and disable the siren before you register the truck, and check your own state's rules.
Does the fire pump still work?
Ask the dealer to start it for you. The pump is usually a portable engine-driven unit, and its parts often have to come from Japan. Check the tank, plumbing and pump housing for corrosion, since water sits in these systems.
Is a Kei fire truck different underneath?
No. The fire equipment doesn't change the drivetrain, so check the chassis, rust, timing belt and 4WD like any other Kei Truck, and order engine and brake parts by chassis code.