Airstream LAND YACHT 2005, Owner'S Manual

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AIRSTREAM LAND YACHT GAS
CAB SEATS
Besides the normal power seat control there are two additional finger levers. One allows the seat to recline
and the other will let the seat rotate.
CAUTION
: Revolving the power seat completely around will pull the wiring apart. The seats
should only be swiveled toward the center of the vehicle. If the wires are loosened, following the color
code can reconnect them: Red to red, green-to-green, etc. On some models the wires will be on a plug
that can be reattached.
TRAILER TOWING AND DRIVING TIPS
Since this vehicle is designed and intended to be used primarily as a load-carrying vehicle, towing a trailer
will affect handling, durability and economy. Maximum safety and satisfaction depends upon proper use of
correct equipment and avoiding overloads and other abusive operation.
Warning:
The total weight of the motorhome and trailer must not exceed the
GCWR listed in the specification section of this manual. The maximum towing capacity varies
according to the size of the motorhome and its GCWR. Vehicles should be properly equipped for
towing trailers. Information on trailer hauling capabilities and special equipment required may be
obtained from your Airstream dealer.
To assist in attaining good handling of the vehicle/trailer combination it is important that the tongue load be
maintained at approximately 10% of the loaded trailer weight, but not to exceed the hitch rating. Tongue
loads can be adjusted by proper distribution of the load in the trailer, and can be checked by weighing
separately the loaded trailer and then the tongue.
When towing trailers, motorhome tires should be inflated to the highest pressures shown on the information
plate attached to the dash of your motorhome. The Cargo Carrying Capacity (CCC) of this vehicle is
reduced by the amount that equals the trailer tongue load on the trailer hitch.
Warning:
The towing vehicle’s braking system is rated for operation at GVWR
(GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING), NOT at the GCWR (GROSS COMBINED WEIGHT
RATING). A separate functioning brake system is required for any towed vehicles or trailers
weighing more than 1000 lbs. (450 kg) when fully loaded. NEVER exceed the GVWR (GROSS
VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING), or the GAWR (GROSS AXLE WEIGHT RATING) specified on a
motorhome certification label. Also NEVER exceed the weight ratings of trailer hitch installed on a
motorhome. Failure to heed any part of this warning could result in loss of control of the motorhome
and towed vehicle or trailer and may cause an accident and serious injury. For specified towed
vehicle braking requirements, consult the chassis owner's manual that comes with this vehicle.
CAUTION
: Considerable damage will occur if the motorhome is improperly lifted for towing
purposes. Only qualified professional wrecker service companies with proper equipment should be
used.
The most common equipment is called "reach under hooks". These allow the tow operator to lift on the
front suspension of your motorhome without damaging the bumper or other body parts. Another choice is a
wheeled dolly. In these the front tires sit in a cradle supported by its own wheels. The tow operator should
be told the weight of your vehicle is close to 5,000 lbs. on the front suspension so they can be properly
prepared when they reach you.
On vehicles with hydraulically operated park position, it may be necessary to remove a drive shaft before
towing. Further information is available in your Chassis Owners Manual.
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