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SECTION 4
TOWING & HANDLING
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You will find that your RV will travel safely and
comfortably at most posted trailer highway
speed limits. However, it will take longer than a
passenger automobile to reach that speed.
Keep this in mind when overtaking and passing
another vehicle. Allow more time to go around
the vehicle you are passing. You cannot cut
back into the traffic lane as quickly due to the
longer length of your tow vehicle/RV
combination. Drive with caution to avoid
situations that might require quick momentum
changes.
Even though your RV is equipped with brakes
designed for GVWR, we suggest practicing
stopping away from traffic until you become
accustomed to your RV’s stopping distance. A
good way to practice is at a large parking lot
(where it is permissible). Easing to a stop and
starting smoothly saves wear and tear on your
tow vehicle/RV combination.
Drive defensively, try to anticipate problems
that may occur and prepare for them (even if
they may never happen). Be aware of road
surface conditions. Slow down well in advance
of dips and bumps to reduce the jolting to your
tow vehicle/RV combination. Drive over them
slowly and let the trailer tires pass over them
before accelerating. Cross railroad tracks slowly
(always release your brakes before crossing).
When descending a long hill, drop down into a
lower gear (or lower range if you have
automatic transmission). Avoid conditions that
require excessive and prolonged use of your
brakes. Apply and release brakes at short
intervals to give them a chance to cool. The tow
vehicle transmission and engine will help in
controlling downhill speed and can lengthen
brake life. The distance required to stop the RV
is greater than an automobile’s. Use care when
accelerating or decelerating on a slippery
surface. Abrupt speed changes can cause
skidding and loss of control.
Driving through water deep enough to wet
the brakes may affect stopping distance or
cause the vehicle to pull to one side. Check
the RV’s brake operation in a safe area to
be sure they have not been affected.
Never
operate any vehicle if a difference in
braking efficiency is noticeable.
Towing behind your RV
DO NOT tow anything behind your RV.
The RV frame and bumper are not
designed for towing.
Vehicle Clearance
Remember some bridges, older ones in
particular, may not support the weight of
your tow vehicle/RV combination. Know the
weight and size of your towing combination
and observe any posted weight and
clearance limits. The added height of roof
air conditioners, TV antennas or floodlights
may cause clearance problems around
some tunnels, canopies and hanging signs.
Turning Corners
When turning, the tires do not follow the
path of your tow vehicle tires. The RV will
make a tighter turn than the tow vehicle.
You must compensate for this action by
carefully pulling the tow vehicle out into the
intersection further than you would normally
so that the RV clears the curb (or any
parked vehicles along the curb). When
making a turn, check the road clearance
and be aware of others. Have someone
help guide you out of a difficult parking
space or traffic pattern. Swerves and sharp
turns, especially at high speeds, could result
in loss of control of the RV.
Whenever possible, do not travel with
waste in the holding tanks. Liquid or debris
in the holding tank(s) may affect the towing
characteristics and may result in property
damage or personal injury.
Towing items behind your Jayco trailer, or
overloading the rear, will void the warranty
and may result in: damage to the trailer or
add-on items, towing difficulties, property
damage and/or personal injury.
Summary of Contents for Recon ZX 2008
Page 1: ...www jayco com Sport Utility Fifth Wheel Owner s Manual Model Year 2008...
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