Malibu trailers require a seven-pin connector. Some older tow vehicles may
have a five-pin connector instead of a seven-pin connector. An adapter is
available through the tow-vehicle’s manufacturer. This is required to allow
the back-up lights and solenoid to operate correctly. Failure to ensure that
the entire lighting system on the trailer is operating correctly can mean that other vehicles following or
in the vicinity of your tow equipment may not be alerted when you shift into reverse. This could lead to
vehicle damage or injury.
The trailer is equipped with running lights as well as taillights/
stoplights/optional landing lights. As specified by Malibu Trailers, the
lights have a very long lifetime, but if any ever cease to work, take the
trailer to the nearest authorized Malibu Trailer dealer to have the light
repaired. If the exterior lens cover is damaged or broken, this should
also be replaced.
Additionally, these tips can help keep the light system working at
its best:
• Check for properly operating lights prior to each use.
• Use a small amount of marine-grade grease on the plug contacts and light-bulb base to prevent rust and
corrosion.
• Be sure the ground wire (white) at the tongue is properly connected to the trailer frame at all times.
If your trailer is equipped with the optional landing lights, be sure that the landing lights are OFF when
operating the trailer on highways and public roads. In some jurisdictions, operation of the landing lights over the
road is illegal.
Axles
The trailer is equipped with the VAULT bearing protector. The VAULT uses only Hybrid Oil™ lubricant, which
combines the benefits of oil and grease. The VAULT protects the wheel bearings in a sealed, pressurized chamber
that is unaffected by outside elements. For optimal
performance, only UFP’s Hybrid Oil Lubricant should
be used in this system.
The system has a number of unique features not
found on conventional trailer axles. Every possible leak
point on the front and rear of the hub is sealed. (The
slight pressure inside the hub is needed to keep water
out of the hub chamber when the hub is submerged
underwater during loading and unloading.)
Inspection or replenishment of the lubricant is not
required as part of the routine maintenance.
Adding or changing the lubricant in the VAULT system is neither necessary
nor recommended during the first five (5) years of service. After that time, the
maintenance requirements should be undertaken only by an authorized Malibu
Trailer dealer and only the UFP’s Hybrid Oil Lubricant should be used.
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