FOUR WINDS INTERNATIONAL 2007 Presidio, Owner'S Manual

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PRESIDIO
A separate functioning brake system is required for any towed vehicles or trailers
weighing more than 1000 lbs when fully loaded. NEVER exceed the GVWR, or the GAWR
specified on the motorhome certification label. Also NEVER exceed the weight ratings of
the trailer hitch installed on the 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 specific towed vehicle braking requirements,
consult the chassis owners manual.
The motorhome fully loaded and the trailer, or towed vehicle, must not exceed the
motorhome chassis’ Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR). Consult with your
selling dealer to determine the GCWR of the motorhome. Do not exceed the motorhomes
Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) or the hitch rating. The tongue weight, the
weight pushing down on the hitch, must not exceed 10% of the hitch capacity.
Always use safety chains between the motorhome and the towed trailer or vehicle.
Cross chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners.
Connect safety chains to the trailer or vehicle frame or hook retainers. Never attach
chains to the bumper of a vehicle.
Tow bars or car dollies generally are made to travel in a forward direction only.
Most towing equipment of this type is not designed for backing. Never attempt short
back up distances with a tow bar or tow dolly. Damage to the motorhome, vehicle or
towing device will result.
NOTE: Four Winds International/Mandalay Luxury Division accepts no responsibility for
damage to the chassis and other components resulting from towing loads greater than its
designated class specifications. Also consider the gross combined weight rating of the
motorhome before towing a trailer or vehicle. Towing an object such as a boat and trailer or a
vehicle behind the motorhome results in added driving considerations that you must contend
with.
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CHASSIS OPERATIONS & PROCEDURES
TRAILER TOWING