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2022 Interstate 24X

8-1

DRIVING

Section 8

LOADING � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 8-2

Weighing � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 8-2

Vehicle and Trailer Weights and

Ratings Definitions

� � � � � � � � � � 8-2

Procedure for Weighing a Touring Coach � � � 8-3
Weight Distribution � � � � � � � � � � � 8-3

SAFETY � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 8-4

Seat belts � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 8-4

TRAILER TOWING AND DRIVING TIPS � � � � 8-4

Trailer Hitches  � � � � � � � � � � � � �  8-4
Loading a Trailer   � � � � � � � � � � � �  8-5
Checking Weights of Vehicle and Trailer  � � �  8-5
Attaching a Trailer � � � � � � � � � � � �  8-5

TOWING A TRAILER � � � � � � � � � � � � 8-6

Tracking   � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �  8-6
Brake Controller   � � � � � � � � � � � �  8-7
Backing Up   � � � � � � � � � � � � � �  8-8
Rearview and Side Monitor System � � � � �  8-8
Passing � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �  8-8
Parking Your Touring Coach � � � � � � � �  8-9

TOWING YOUR TOURING COACH � � � � � � 8-9
SAFETY CHECK LIST � � � � � � � � � � � 8-9

Exterior Check List (Before Entering Vehicle) � 8-9
Interior Check List (Before Driving) � � � � �8-10

Summary of Contents for Interstate 24X

Page 1: ...2 0 2 2 I N T E R S T A T E 2 4 X Owner s MANUAL SCAN ME...

Page 2: ...s Manual 2021 Airstream Inc All rights reserved Publication Date October 2021 REV 03 WARNING Operating servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle or off road vehicle can expose you to chemicals in...

Page 3: ...xterior Features 6 4 Curbside Exterior Features 6 5 Awning 6 9 Screens and Shades 6 10 SPRINTER VAN 7 1 Important Sprinter Information 7 2 Component Identification 7 2 Tires 7 3 Changing A Tire 7 5 In...

Page 4: ...2022 Interstate 24X NOTES NOTES...

Page 5: ...t information available at the time of publication approval Airstream reserves the right to make changes if and when new materials and or production techniques are developed that can improve the quali...

Page 6: ...2022 Interstate 24X 1 2 Introduction NOTES NOTES...

Page 7: ...ECTORS 2 3 Smoke Alarm 2 4 Carbon Monoxide Detector 2 4 This Carbon Monoxide Detector Is Not 2 4 Important Safety Precautions 2 4 What Is Carbon Monoxide 2 5 Conditions that can result in potentially...

Page 8: ...Make sure to follow all instructions and warnings in this manual as well as those in the specific owner s manuals of the appliances and equipment Generator Safety Do not operate the generator in an e...

Page 9: ...yde by these products naturally decreases rapidly over time Airstream strongly suggests you take measures to properly ventilate your touring coach on a regular basis If you have any questions with res...

Page 10: ...ing warning devices which provide audible and visual signals for Carbon Monoxide concentration under 30 ppm If in doubt consult your medical practitioner This Carbon Monoxide Detector Is Not Designed...

Page 11: ...connections vibrating loose from clothes dryers furnaces or water heaters Obstructions in or unconventional vent pipe designs which can amplify the above situations 2 Extended use of un vented fuel bu...

Page 12: ...roblem after any alarm Failure to do so can result in injury or death Liquid Propane Gas LPG Carbon Monoxide CO Detector This detector has a five year life see end of life notification in the detector...

Page 13: ...the alarm will be constantly on WARNING Have a qualified technician check your LPG system annually or if you detect any signs of leaks or malfunctions NOTE Refer to Section 5 Interior and Section 6 Ex...

Page 14: ...haling Carbon Monoxide is daily every eight hour inspection for visible and audible generator exhaust system leaks 2 DO NOT operate the generator in an enclosed building or in a partly enclosed area s...

Page 15: ...hese warnings many times but they are still among the leading causes of fires Emergency Exits There are three avenues of escape from the touring coach in the event of an emergency the driver s door th...

Page 16: ...2022 Interstate 24X 2 10 Safety NOTES NOTES...

Page 17: ...ted Warranty Excludes 3 5 Normal Wear 3 5 Accident 3 5 Abuse 3 5 Exposure 3 5 Overload 3 5 Chemical Gassing 3 5 Sprinter Van 3 6 SERVICE 3 6 Reporting Safety Defects 3 6 CAMPING 3 7 Suggested Pre Trav...

Page 18: ...on is to repair any covered defects discovered within the warranty coverage period if 1 within 10 days of your discovery of a defect you notify Airstream OR an authorized dealership of the defect AND...

Page 19: ...of the date of purchase to have damage repaired at no cost to you Minor adjustments such as adjustments to the interior or exterior doors drawers latches will be performed at no cost to you by your se...

Page 20: ...orm claiming any business or commercial tax benefit related to the motorhome or if the motorhome is purchased registered or titled in a business name Obtaining Warranty Service In order to obtain warr...

Page 21: ...ting to this limited warranty whether sounding contract tort or statute shall be governed by the laws of the state of Ohio including its statute of limitations without giving effect to any conflict of...

Page 22: ...nty is available through our nationwide network of Airstream Dealer Service Centers An up to date list of Dealer Service Centers will be sent to you with an Owner s Survey shortly after your touring c...

Page 23: ...cial auto insurance 5 Carry an extra set of the ignition keys in a separate pocket or in your wallet 6 Keep an operating flashlight with fresh batteries in the glove compartment 7 Pack the trunk so th...

Page 24: ...polarity and the light codes To use the generator you simply start it All switching is done automatically The generator is started from the Onan Control Panel located in the overhead compartment behi...

Page 25: ...this product for long term or permanent occupancy may lead to premature deterioration of structure interior finishes fabrics carpeting and drapes Damage or deterioration due to long term occupancy ma...

Page 26: ...g about On safe surfaces use mold or mildew killing cleaning products Check sealants regularly and reseal when necessary to avoid water leaks Proper preventive maintenance to the touring coach and its...

Page 27: ...vary with ambient temperature and the amount of liquids in tank 6 For extended stays in cold weather insulate all water lines outside the touring coach You should remember that low temperatures in co...

Page 28: ...2022 Interstate 24X 3 12 General Information NOTES NOTES...

Page 29: ...PLANS AND FLOOR PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Section 4 Section 4 FLOOR PLANS 4 2 Interstate 24X 4 2 SPECIFICATIONS 4 3 Specification Chart 4 3 Specification Tags 4 4 Tire Size with Maximum...

Page 30: ...Floor Plans And Specifications 4 2 2022 Interstate 24X Floor Plans Interstate 24X...

Page 31: ...dth 7 11 5 Interior Height 6 2 25 Interior Width 5 10 GVWR 11 030 lbs GCWR 15 249 lbs UBW 9 545 lbs NCC 1 485 lbs Tow Capacity Up To 5 000 lbs Fuel Tank 24 5 gallon Fresh Water Tank Capacity 23 gallon...

Page 32: ...n the tag which is the maximum weight of cargo you can load and carry in your specific touring coach as built with its options Located on the driver s door jam of your touring coach are the Tire and L...

Page 33: ...rage 5 5 Driver and Passenger Seats 5 6 Rear Sofa Bed 5 6 Table System 5 6 ELECTRICAL 5 7 12 Volt System 5 7 12 Volt Operation 5 7 Ceiling and Directional Lighting 5 7 Entry Door Switches 5 7 Power Ce...

Page 34: ...15 Connected RV Antenna Pre Wire 5 15 APPLIANCES 5 16 Maintenance 5 16 Air Conditioner 5 16 Cooktop 5 16 Ceiling Fan 5 17 Operation 5 17 Ceiling Fan Mode 5 17 Cleaning Instructions 5 17 Exhaust Vent...

Page 35: ...he grain of the metal A good grade of nonabrasive automotive paste or liquid wax once a year will increase the life of the finish CAUTION Abrasive polishes or cleaning solvents such as automatic dishw...

Page 36: ...ve cleared To add water into the bowl press the pedal down halfway NOTE When you dump the bowl of the toilet make sure all paper and solids have cleared the slide mechanism before you allow it to clos...

Page 37: ...track so versatile The track has an attachment point every inch so the system is limited in only your imagination for tying down any load CAUTION Storage shelves have a weight rating of 50 lbs NOTE P...

Page 38: ...passenger heated seats are provided by Sprinter sent out to be recovered by Airstream to match the interior decor The seat adjustment mechanism provided by Sprinter allows the seat to be moved forward...

Page 39: ...electrical power in your Airstream is 12 volt The 12 volt current powers almost everything except the roof A C 120 volt receptacles microwave oven and the boiler for the heating system However some o...

Page 40: ...ury All servicing of this box should be done by a qualified Service Technician A label on the inside of the power centers door lists the circuits and what each fuse powers Auxiliary Fuse Locations In...

Page 41: ...t was turned on As it does this it calculates the amount of current that was removed which is the value for that load This value is placed in memory The system has learned the amount of current that p...

Page 42: ...upplying power Status The roof air conditioner boiler and microwave are set at the factory to be the controlled circuits and are shed in this order This means if a power hungry appliance is plugged in...

Page 43: ...trical system house batteries drops to a pre determined level The AGS can be enabled to monitor the house battery bank and when it reaches a certain level the generator will start sending a charge to...

Page 44: ...be turned on and the batteries accidentally drained Likewise the Disable ON feature is useful while camping when the main disconnect switch could be turned off cutting power to appliances The holding...

Page 45: ...tal rod two feet into the ground and attach the ground lug to it thus providing the unit with proper grounding NOTE When the three pronged plug can be used there will be no problems with proper polari...

Page 46: ...on how much power is used for lights and appliances as only the surplus goes to charging the batteries If you are making an extended stay you should keep your touring coach hooked up to external AC po...

Page 47: ...not power wash any part of the base mount or head of the antenna TV Wall Plate Power Supply The wall plate power supply is located below the control panels in the overhead compartment behind the drive...

Page 48: ...h your owner s packet If this has not been provided contact the listed manufacturer to obtain Their manual contains specialized warnings and cautions that should be reviewed prior to operating the app...

Page 49: ...OFF button to turn the fan off Ceiling Fan Mode With the fan motor running close the lid to enter Ceiling Fan Mode Even with the lid closed the fan will continue to run and circulate air NOTE The fan...

Page 50: ...perating NEVER store flammable material next to the furnace or in close proximity to the furnace exhaust outlet on the side of the touring coach NOTE If the touch screen freezes reset the system by tu...

Page 51: ...ess the button corresponding to the tank to be checked and release it the display will show the levels in percent on the LED display If no other button is pressed then the display shuts off after abou...

Page 52: ...he chassis battery and help prevent it from depleting they are not designed to charge a dead battery If the chassis battery is below 11 5 volts it will need to be charged by other means Smart Shunt Th...

Page 53: ...RBSIDE EXTERIOR FEATURES 6 5 Urethane Coated Rims 6 6 Cleaning Instructions 6 6 Gravity Water Fill 6 6 City Water Hookup 6 6 Exterior Shower 6 6 Exterior Lighting 6 7 Shoreline Power Supply 6 7 120 Vo...

Page 54: ...scratches by filling them and leveling the surface 3 To beautify the paint finish appearances with more depth and high gloss 4 To protect the paint finish from the elements Do not use products that co...

Page 55: ...micro fiber towels that work just as well Follow the simple cautionary measures and your new finish will give you maximum gloss and durability It is recommended that the caulking and sealant used in...

Page 56: ...le Satellite TV inlet A portable satellite dish can be connected and used in this cable connection 3 Exterior Shower Outlet can be used with the water pump or with the city water hookup after the fauc...

Page 57: ...120 volt Outlet provides an exterior GFCI protected electrical source when plugged in to shore power or when the generator is running 3 LP Tank Remote Fill location for filling the LP tank and for the...

Page 58: ...with home water to avoid strange water that may be distasteful to them on short outings Remember the more water you carry in the fresh water tank the less cargo carrying capacity you have for other it...

Page 59: ...es and are controlled only from their dedicated switches The lights will remain ON even if the battery disconnect switch is turned off Shoreline Power Supply Your Aistream is equipped with a SmartPlug...

Page 60: ...g Before starting the leveling procedure you must follow these guidelines 1 Park on a surface that is as level as possible 2 The parking brake must be engaged 3 The transmission must be in Park 4 The...

Page 61: ...le and or the awning may result and cannot be covered by warranty Care and Maintenance 1 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE Like any other part of the touring coach an owner should periodically inspect the awning T...

Page 62: ...n operating the main sliding door to prevent damage CAUTION Check that the screen door is in the stowed position before closing the exterior door Failure to follow this caution could result in damage...

Page 63: ...7 3 Exterior 7 3 Travel Warning Light 7 3 TIRES 7 3 Vehicle Placard and Tire Inflation Pressure Label 7 3 Proper Tire Inflation 7 4 Under Inflation 7 4 How Overloading Affects Your Tires 7 4 Tires and...

Page 64: ...ollow this information Component Identification If repairs are needed it may be difficult to determine which parts are Mercedes Benz and which are Airstream s responsibility The following partial list...

Page 65: ...nomy and uneven wear Over inflation can result in abnormal wear bad handling and a harsh ride Tire inflation pressures should be checked as per the Mercedes Benz Sprinter s Owner s manual and when sig...

Page 66: ...ively ineffective and the difference in ride quality is not significant When minimum inflation pressure requirements are not met tire durability and optimum operating conditions are compromised Tire i...

Page 67: ...an it appears Once cars are swept downstream they will often roll to one side or perhaps flip over entirely The driver has a few seconds to escape the vehicle Many drivers panic as soon as the vehicle...

Page 68: ...tor in P Everyone must leave the vehicle before you jack it up Everyone must leave the danger zone before you jack up the vehicle Danger zones vary with locations Take a minute and look at what might...

Page 69: ...uts Slightly tighten wheel nuts Lowering the Vehicle Slowly open the jack release valve to lower the vehicle until the tire is resting on the ground Tighten the wheel nuts in a crosswise pattern as sp...

Page 70: ...y support the tires if blocks are used for leveling Extreme caution must be taken to ensure that the tires are fully supported when using blocks to level the touring coach The load on the tire should...

Page 71: ...will automatically contribute to safer vehicle behavior and better comfort Manual Adjustments A remote located on the B pillar next to the drivers seat can be used to manually adjust the air suspensio...

Page 72: ...2022 Interstate 24X 7 10 Sprinter Van NOTES NOTES...

Page 73: ...RAILER TOWING AND DRIVING TIPS 8 4 Trailer Hitches 8 4 Loading a Trailer 8 5 Checking Weights of Vehicle and Trailer 8 5 Attaching a Trailer 8 5 TOWING A TRAILER 8 6 Tracking 8 6 Brake Controller 8 7...

Page 74: ...t of a towed trailer or vehicle and passengers should never exceed the number listed while the touring coach is in transit The SAFETY BELT SEATING CAPACITY is the number of passengers that seat belts...

Page 75: ...s low as possible Do you really want to carry a full fresh water tank to a RV park 1 000 miles away and then hook up to a city water supply Even if you re going to a remote area you can usually fill y...

Page 76: ...sit Child restraint devices are designed to be secured with lap or lap shoulder belts All instructions supplied by the restraint manufacturer must be followed Statistics have shown children are safer...

Page 77: ...ation Chart of this manual NOTE Check the Mercedes Benz Sprinter manual for all weights and tire information placard locations Attaching a Trailer Please observe maximum permitted trailer dimensions w...

Page 78: ...mit trailer to activate its brake Then increase the braking force We want every owner to be a safe and courteous driver A few hours of towing practice in a large empty parking lot will make pulling yo...

Page 79: ...r brakes If the engine coolant rises to an extremely high temperature e g coolant temperature needle approaching the red zone when the AC is on turn off the AC Engine coolant heat can be additionally...

Page 80: ...the driver can easily see them Their directions should always indicate to the driver the direction the rear of the trailer should go A little practice in a parking lot with the person giving direction...

Page 81: ...Manual before towing your touring coach Safety Check List Your Airstream Touring Coach should be given a thorough safety check before a trip Regular use of the following list will provide safe operati...

Page 82: ...s parked and stable Hot food or liquid could scald due to a sudden stop or accident while traveling 9 Be sure all LPG controls on the appliances are turned off 10 Check that any internal stowage is se...

Page 83: ...ontained 9 9 Water Pump and Strainer 9 10 Sanitizing 9 10 DRAIN AND WASTE SYSTEM 9 11 Macerator Pump 9 11 Emptying the Black and Gray Water Holding Tanks 9 12 Macerator Impeller Release Feature 9 12 M...

Page 84: ...spray as needed Every 100 150 hours Generator Change oil after the first 20 hours of run time Change oil thereafter every 100 150 hours To break in the Onan generator run the generator at 50 percent l...

Page 85: ...Most Exterior Lighting is LED and a replacement fixture will be required Interior 12 Volt Lighting LED Reed Tape Light 104 PN 513847 LED Flex Tape Light 33 5 PN 513747 33 LED Flex Tape Light 54 PN 513...

Page 86: ...s a year Acryl R Seam Sealer PN 28430W 01 16 oz can Gray Use anywhere a fine bead of gray sealant is required Acryl R Seam Sealer PN 28430W 04 16 oz can White Use anywhere a fine bead of White sealant...

Page 87: ...ever possible when in warm climates In desert regions use tire covers to prevent ultra violet light deterioration to tires Tire Inspection and Storage Before taking your touring coach on a trip or whe...

Page 88: ...he BMS monitors cell voltages currents and temperatures to make sure they are operating in a safe range The BMS is sealed internally and will shut the battery down should any fault condition occur The...

Page 89: ...urs of heat capability before the batteries would go into LBCO shutdown Voltage Capacity Amp Hours Remaining 14 4V 100 200 13 6V 100 200 13 4V 99 198 13 3V 90 180 13 2V 70 140 13 1V 40 80 13 0V 30 60...

Page 90: ...he LPG system is not in use as it draws 12 volt current from the batteries WARNING Only certified LPG suppliers should fill the LPG tank Turn remote gas supply switch off before filling or refilling L...

Page 91: ...h pressure RV Marine FDA approved drinking water hose of at least in diameter made from material that is tasteless odorless and non toxic can now be inserted or use a clean bucket and funnel to fill t...

Page 92: ...g connected to the hoses and strainer Be sure that both the female and male fitting on the disconnect are free of all debris and are not damaged before replacing Check the pump system for leaks any ti...

Page 93: ...he waste pump will macerate and pump all waste and tissue normally found in recreational vehicle waste systems CAUTION The waste hose is pressurized when operating the macerator pump Secure the loose...

Page 94: ...gray water left will remain in discharge hose behind drip proof valve and is typical Remember running the pump dry for more than 30 seconds could damage the pump 6 Turn the drip proof valve off and r...

Page 95: ...y become clogged Drain System Cleaning The only cleaning agents that can be used without causing harm to the system are household ammonia and tri sodium phosphate in small quantities Do not use any pr...

Page 96: ...ess you may turn off the battery disconnect switch rather than remove the batteries Continue to check and recharge the batteries as needed at least weekly in severe weather An Optional method for wint...

Page 97: ...ay be restored to its original smooth operating condition by applying a light film of silicone spray to the blade To clean the toilet use Thetford Aqua Bowl or any other high grade non abrasive cleane...

Page 98: ...ROUND BOND LOCATIONS IN OUT GND D WHT RED DC1 PUR 7 5 3 1 BATTERY PV VE DIRECT VE DIRECT CHASSIS BOND CHASSIS BOND CHASSIS BOND BEHIND C S WHEEL WELL DPDT SW CROSS WIRE SWITCH 30W MOM OPEN DPDT SW CRO...

Page 99: ...Maintenance 2022 Interstate 24X 9 17 12 Volt Schematic DO NOT CUT GREEN LOOP MIRRORS IMAGE M 4 5 2 7 1 8 3 6 4 5 2 7 1 8 3 6...

Page 100: ...ority Binary Code Base 2 Assignment SIGNAL DISCR PSM Module Conn Pin PSM Module Output COI INPUT 000 0 No Warning Messages Least WARN BIT1 1 2 18 8 001 1 Unused Warning 1 Mid bit WARN BIT2 1 5 17 6 01...

Page 101: ...Maintenance 2022 Interstate 24X 9 19 12 Volt Schematic SW...

Page 102: ...Maintenance 9 20 2022 Interstate 24X 12 Volt Schematic SW SW SW SW SW...

Page 103: ...Maintenance 2022 Interstate 24X 9 21 12 Volt Schematic 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 8 7...

Page 104: ...Maintenance 9 22 2022 Interstate 24X 12 Volt Schematic SW SW SW SW...

Page 105: ...ROPER OPERATION MD1a CONTACTS L1 AND L2 MUST BE CONNECTED TO THEIR RESPECTIVE BREAKER IF POWER IS NOT PRESENT ON ONE OR THE OTHER OF THESE CONTACTS THE EMS SYSTEM IS PLACED INTO A SLEEP MODE 3 New GFI...

Page 106: ...2V Constant AMP ON RIGHT FRONT RIGHT FRONT LEFT FRONT LEFT FRONT TEL MUTE DIMMER ANTENNA USB SONY DSX A415BT RADIO UNI DOCK 513840 RIGHT REAR RIGHT REAR LEFT REAR LEFT REAR BUTT BUTT BUTT BUTT GRN RR1...

Page 107: ...0 Amp Circuit Breaker Layout PLACE BREAKER LABEL HERE GROUND BUSS LABEL STANDARD MAIN 30A BOILER EMS 20A INVERTER 20A GFIC RECEPT 15A GFIC BOILER A C MICRO EMS SHED ORDER 4 2 1 4 LABEL EMS BREAKER BOX...

Page 108: ...charge controller senses the actual battery charge and regulates the charging to prevent over charging The system requires the 12 volt feed from the battery to operate The following diagram depicts th...

Page 109: ...ut REAR ROADSIDE CURBSIDE FRONT GALLEY FAUCET FRESH WATER PICK UP CITY WATER INLET TOILET SUPPLY LAVY FAUCET REAR SHOWER CROSS CAR COLD WATER LINE CROSS CAR O WATER LINE H T COLD WATER LINE RS WATER L...

Page 110: ...power when the Interstate is not being used or put into storage to preserve battery charge It disengages or engages the 12 volt power supply from the house batteries to everything but the LPG detector...

Page 111: ...clear coated surfaces Airstream recommends washing based on operating conditions and waxing a minimum of twice a year Any automotive wax designed specifically for clear coated surfaces will provides...

Page 112: ...2022 Interstate 24X 9 30 Maintenance NOTES NOTES...

Page 113: ...5 17 Chemical Sensitivity 2 2 City Water Hookup 6 6 Cleaning Exterior 6 2 Interior 5 3 Converter 5 13 Cooktop 5 16 D DC DC Battery Converter 5 13 Drain and Waste System 9 11 Driver and Passenger Seats...

Page 114: ...Safety 2 2 2 9 8 4 Service 3 5 Shades Privacy Sun Shades 5 3 Window Shades 5 4 Shoreline Power Supply 6 7 Solar System 5 20 Specifications 4 3 Sprinter Information 7 2 T Tires 7 3 Care 9 5 Changing 7...

Page 115: ...ting campaign it s a reminder that together we can make a difference Leave it Beautiful is a call to action to pick up the litter toss it in a can and not simply step over it and pass it by Your purch...

Page 116: ...428 West Pike Street P O Box 629 Jackson Center OH 45334 0629 Phone 937 596 6111 Fax 937 596 6539 www airstream com...

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