Fleetwood 2013 Jamboree, Owner'S Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION............................................ 01-1
Inspect and Maintain ...................................... 01-2
Planning and Preparation ............................... 01-2
Owner’s Information Package ....................... 01-2
Chassis and Vehicle Identification ................ 01-3
Suspension Alignment and Tire Balance ...... 01-3
After-Market Steering Aid Devices ............... 01-4
Warnings, Terms and Concepts for
Safe Operation of Your Motor Home ........ 01-4
Event Data Recording Device
(If Equipped) .............................................. 01-6
Driver’s License Requirements ..................... 01-6
WARRANTY.................................................... 02-1
Coverage Provided ......................................... 02-1
What is Not Covered by This Warranty ........ 02-1
Limitations ..................................................... 02-2
Your Rights Under State Law ....................... 02-2
Dealer’s Obligations ...................................... 02-2
Owner’s Obligations ...................................... 02-2
Manufacturer’s Obligations ........................... 02-2
Warranty Service ........................................... 02-3
Reporting Safety Defects ............................... 02-4
IMPORTANT NOTICES ................................ 03-1
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION .................. 04-1
Lamps and Bulbs ........................................... 04-1
Motor Home Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...... 04-1
ON THE ROAD ............................................... 05-1
Motor Home Loading .................................... 05-1
Responsibility for Proper Loading ............ 05-1
Some Definitions First ............................... 05-1
Towing a Vehicle or Trailer ...................... 05-2
Dinghy Towing ........................................... 05-4
Trailer Hitch Connector Wiring ................ 05-4
Occupant and Cargo Carrying Capacity and
Load Distribution ................................... 05-5
How to Weigh Your Loaded Motor Home .. 05-5
Dangers of Overloading ............................ 05-7
Loading Tips .............................................. 05-7
Tires ............................................................... 05-8
Tire Inflation .............................................. 05-8
Air Pressure ............................................... 05-9
Underinflation ............................................ 05-9
Air Pressure Check .................................... 05-9
Tire Replacement ..................................... 05-10
If You Get a Flat Tire .............................. 05-10
Changing a Flat Tire ............................... 05-10
Seats and Seat Belts .................................... 05-11
Air Bags (If Equipped) ............................. 05-11
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts ...... 05-11
Safety Belt Maintenance .......................... 05-12
Safety Restraints for Children ................. 05-12
Safety Belts for Children .......................... 05-12
Child Seat Tethers (If Equipped) ............. 05-13
Driving and Vehicle Control ....................... 05-13
Using the Engine to Slow the
Motor Home ......................................... 05-14
Maneuvering in Traffic ................................ 05-14
Rear View Video Monitor (If Equipped) .... 05-15
Body Undercoating ...................................... 05-15
Fuel and Fuel Systems ................................. 05-15
Safe Refueling Guidelines ........................ 05-16
Fuel Types and Driveability Issues ......... 05-16
API Refueling Advisory .............................. 05-16
Engine Fan ................................................... 05-17
Exhaust System Heat ................................... 05-17
Engine Temperature Gauges ........................ 05-17
Emergency Towing ...................................... 05-18
Manual Headlight Aiming Procedure .......... 05-19
LIVING WITH YOUR MOTOR HOME ..... 06-1
Setup .............................................................. 06-1
Effects of Permanent Occupancy .................. 06-1
Condensation and How to Control it ........ 06-1
Dripping Ceiling Vents .............................. 06-3
Important Information .................................... 06-3
What the RV Owner Can Do ..................... 06-4
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