Airstream Caravel 2023, Owner'S Manual

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Maintenance
8-2
2023 Caravel
Maintenance Schedule
WARNING
Failure to maintain your trailer can cause pre-
mature and unexpected parts breakage and/or
erratic operation that may be hazardous.
NOTE
See appliance manufacturer’s literature for further
information.
Every 1,000 miles or 60 days
Escape Window Check operation of latches and
upper hinge.
Battery* Check water level, lead acid
only.
Smoke Alarm Test and replace battery as
required.
Tires Check tire pressure; see
Specifications on page 4-3 �
Hitch Check for loose bolts or
unusual wear.
GFI Circuit Breaker Test and record.
* As a battery ages and becomes less efficient,
the water level should be checked more often and
replenished only with distilled water. Checking water
level does not apply to Glass Mat Batteries.
Every 5,000 miles or 90 days
Main Door Latch Lubricate with dry graphite
Exterior Door Locks Lubricate with dry graphite.
Exterior Hinges
Lubricate with light household
oil�
LPG Hold-Down Lubricate with light household
oil�
LPG Regulator Check bottom vent for
obstructions.
Wheel Lug Nuts Torque Aluminum wheels to
110 ft. lbs., Steel wheels to 100
ft. lbs.
Breakaway Switch Pull pin and lubricate with
household oil; see Breakaway
Switch on page 8-9
7-Way Plug Spray with contact cleaner.
Every 5,000 miles or 90 days
Hitch Ball Lubricate with hitch ball lube or
wheel bearing grease.
Range Exhaust
Hood
Clean fan blades and wash
filter.
Roof Vent Elevator
Screws
Lubricate with light household
oil�
Main Door Step Lubricate and inspect moving
parts.
Every 10,000 miles or 6 months
Brakes Inspect or replace as
necessary.
Nev-R-Lube Visually inspect wheel
bearings at tire rotation. Refer
to Dexter’s recommendation
www.dexteraxle.com or call
(574) 295-7888�
Tires Inspect and rotate.
Spare Tire Carrier Lubricate moving parts.
Windows, and Door
Seals
Clean with mild detergent
and apply 303 Aerospace
Protectant�
Exterior Wax�
Escape Window Lubricate latches with WD-40
or light household oil.
Every year
Battery Clean, neutralize, and coat
terminals with petroleum jelly.
LPG Tanks Have purged by LPG supplier.
Seams Check and reseal exterior
seams, windows, lights, and
vents as needed.
Hitch Coupler and
Ball
Ensure all parts operate freely.
Replace any component if
worn or damaged.
Interior Cabinetry Visual Inspection of latches
Locks, Hinges and Slides.
Silicone Spray as needed.