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8 I
NSPECTION
,
S
ERVICE
&
M
AINTENANCE
8.1 I
NSPECTION
,
S
ERVICE
&
M
AINTENANCE
S
UMMARY
C
HARTS
You must inspect, maintain and service your trailer regularly to insure safe and reliable operation. If you cannot
or are unsure how to perform the items listed here, have your dealer do them. Note: In addition to this manual,
also check the relevant component manufacturer's manual.
Featherlite Trailer Inspection and Service Intervals
Item
Service Required
Manual
Section
Service Interval
Reference
Before
Each
Use
Every
3 Mo’s
Every
6 Mo’s
Every
Year
Axle Attachment Bolts
Check by Featherlite dealer.
8.2.1
•
Breakaway Brakes
Check operation.
3.2.1.e, 3.2.2.d,
3.2.3.c
•
Breakaway Battery
Fully charged, connections clean
8.2.5.c
•
Breakaway Switch
Test operation, connections clean
8.2.5.c
•
Brakes, all types
Check operation.
8.2.5
•
Shoes and Drums, hydraulic Adjust (Axles rated 8000 lbs and below only)
8.2.6.c
First 200 mi., ea. 3,000 miles
Shoes and Drums, Air
Pressure Actuated
Adjust
8.2.6.c
First 200 mi., ea. 3,000 miles
Check for scoring and wear.
•
Brakes, Electric
Magnets
Inspect for wear and current draw.
Manufacturer
6 months or 6,000 miles
Controller (in tow vehicle)
Check for correct amperage and modulation.
Manufacturer
6 months or 6,000 miles
Brakes, Hydraulic
Check fluid level & replenish. Check for leaks/sticking.
8.2.5.d
Master Cylinder
Inspect for cracks, leaks, kinks.
8.2.5.e8.2.5.d
12 months or 12,000 miles
Brake Lines
Verify operation/inspect.
12 months or 12, 000 miles
Vacuum Actuated
Check gauge for proper vacuum of 18 In. Hg.
8.2.5.d
•
Air Pressure Actuated
Inspect for cracks, leaks, kinks.
12 months or 12,000 miles
Electric Actuated
Verify operation/inspect.
Manufacturer
12 months or 12, 000 miles
Coupler and Hitch Ball
Check for cracks, pits, flats. Replace w/ball & coupler having
GVW. Grease. Check locking device & replace when worn.
8.2.6.a
•
Gooseneck Coupler and Ball Check for cracks, pits, flats. Replace w/ball & coupler having
GVW. Grease. Check locking device & replace when worn.
8.2.6.b
•
Fifth Wheel and Pin
Grease. Replace when worn.
8.2.6.c
•
Jack, Drop Leg
Grease gears at top.
8.2.7
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