Blue Bird M380 2003, Owner'S Manual

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M380 Owner’s Manual____________________________________________________Starting and Driving - Towing – 3-2
Rev. “F” 3-2-1
3-2 Towing_______________
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3-2.1 Receiver Type Trailer Hitch
This is a 10,000 pounds rated capacity and 1,000 pounds tongue weight capacity receiver type hitch.
When using the rear hitch remember that the motor home is intended for towing light loads. The
motor home is designed to be used primarily as a recreational vehicle, towing will affect durability and
economy. Your safety and satisfaction require proper use. Avoid excessive loads or any other abuse.
Do not use the motor home to tow anything until it has been driven 500 miles (800 kilometers).
Weight pushing down on the rear hitch must not exceed 1,000 pounds. We recommend weighing the
motor home, as it will be operated to be certain that there is proper weight distribution. When
weighing the motor home be sure to take the passenger locations into consideration. Total weight of
the motor home and any vehicle towed by it must not exceed the GCWR.
▲ WARNING: Any trailer being towed by the motor home must have adequate brakes. Failure
to follow these instructions will create a safety hazard and may result in an accident.
3-2.2 Trailer Draw Bar Hitch
Removable receiver type draw bar with a 2” diameter chrome hitch ball. The 2” ball provided is rated
at 5,000 pounds.
3-2.3 Trailer Plug
The female receptacle is installed in the rear of the motor home and wired into the electrical system.
The male portion is supplied loose in the motor home for installation by the owner on the tow with
separate signals vehicle. The wiring is a five-wire system for turn signals and brakes with 4-wire
adapter installed.
The tow harness wires are color-coded:
1. Brown, 12 gauge – tail lights
2. White, 12 gauge – ground
3. Black, 14 gauge – right turn signal 4. Yellow, 14 gauge – left turn signal
5. Black w/white stripes, 14 gauge –
brake light.
3-2.4 Tow Hooks
Two tow eyes are located at the front of the motor home. Removable tow hooks are stored on
generator tray in front of motor home. Insert hooks into receivers and secure with pins provided.
NOTE: If towing a vehicle from tow hooks generator door panel must be removed prior
to towing.
3-2.5 Having Your Motor Home Towed
3-2.5.1 Towing
Procedures
It is recommended that if a towing company is called make sure they use a stinger (an arm that goes
under motor home and hooks to front cross member).