Jayco 2016 Melbourne, Owner'S Manual

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NOTE:
The proper method of tightening wheel lug nuts is with a
torque wrench, not with an impact wrench or by hand. Because of
the importance of having proper torque on the wheel lug nuts, you
should always have the wheels mounted and properly torqued by a
qualified technician using the proper tools.
not use a 4-way socket or any other type of wrench that does not measure the actual pressure
applied to the lug nut.
After your first trip, check the wheel lug torque periodically for safety according to your
Chassis Guide. If you suspect the wheel lug nuts have loosened at any time, have them
checked and torqued to the proper limits immediately.
Check and re-torque after the first 10, 25 and 50 miles (16, 40 and 80 kilometers).
Thereafter, check and maintain the torque according to the listed torque values.
Wheel lugs
If you suspect or notice the wheel stud bolts are cracked or broken, they must be replaced,
along with adjacent bolts that have probably also been weakened due to the additional stress
placed on them.
Aluminum Wheels (if so equipped)
Clean the aluminum wheels with a cleaner that is designed for use on aluminum and apply
an appropriate protection agent. Do not use abrasive cleaners. Wheels exposed to sea water
or road chemicals should be cleaned as soon as possible. Be sure to use a sponge or chamois
leather (brushes may damage the aluminum wheel surface.)
NOTE: If your motor home is equipped with aluminum wheels, only
the outer dual wheels are aluminum, the inner duals are steel wheels.
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Follow the Chassis Guide maintenance instructions for the front and rear axle for wheel and
suspension maintenance, including the brakes and wheel bearings. Contact your Chassis
manufacturer for assistance.
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Read and understand the following before taking your first trip in your RV!
Proper care and maintenance of your tires is essential to ensure your safety, as well as the
safety of others, as you travel.
Routine maintenance on your motor home is important, but it cannot be overstated just how
critical proper tire maintenance is to the safety, operation and durability of your new vehicle.
You must follow the manufacturer’s inflation guidelines for maximum load capacity; under-
inflation is just as dangerous as over-inflation.
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