Jayco 2016 White Hawk, Owner'S Manual

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JAYCO TOWABLE SECTION 3 - PRE-TRAVEL INFORMATION
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If you plan to tow your recreation vehicle with a tow vehicle you already own, contact
your automotive dealer to find out your vehicle towing capacity. If you plan to purchase a
new tow vehicle, be certain to tell your automotive dealer the GVWR, size and type of
recreation vehicle that you will be towing (some tow vehicles can be purchased with an
optional tow package). As a minimum requirement, the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR) of your recreation vehicle must not exceed your tow vehicle’s towing rating.
Some automotive manufacturers publish brochures that discuss towing considerations. Ask
your automotive dealer how to obtain a copy of this information. If applicable, verify if the
brochure ratings are listed “with” or “without” an optional tow package
Vehicle Labels
Decals and data plates used throughout the recreation vehicle aid in its safe and efficient
operation; others give service instructions. Read all decals, data and instruction plates
before operating your recreation vehicle. Any decal, data or instruction plate painted over,
damaged or removed should be replaced.
Keep a record of the 17-digit vehicle identification number (VIN), the 8-digit serial
number and your license number in the event theft or vandalism requires you to supply this
information to the authorities.
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GAWR - GROSS AXLE WEIGHT RATING – The value specified by the vehicle
manufacturer as the load-carrying capacity of a single axle system, as measured at the tire-
to-ground interfaces. This is the total weight a given axle is capable of carrying.
GCWR - GROSS COMBINED WEIGHT RATING – The value specified by the trailer
manufacturer as the maximum allowable loaded weight of the trailer including full propane
cylinders, a full load of water, and full generator fuel if applicable.
GVWR - GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING
– The value specified by the
manufacturer as the maximum permissible weight of the fully loaded trailer.
OCCC - OCCUPANT AND CARGO CARRYING CAPACITY - Is equal to the
GVWR of the trailer, minus the weight of the trailer (as completed at the factory) minus
the weight of all personal cargo, and, if applicable, minus the weight of a full tank (or
tanks) of propane and the full weight of potable water, including the water heater (if so
equipped). Additions to or other changes made to the trailer after it left the factory will
affect (reduce) the OCCC.
UVW - UNLOADED VEHICLE WEIGHT – The weight of the trailer as manufactured
at the factory with the weight of a full tank (or tanks) of propane.