MDC CRUIZER SLIDE, Owner'S Manual

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Mechanical Maintenance
Wheels and Tyres
Tyres should be checked for damage prior to each trip. Inspect for adequate tread depth and any damage particularly
to sidewalls. Wheel nuts must be checked with a torque wrench. When picking up your new camper check the wheel
nut torque at 50, 100, 200 and 500km. Check before each trip and daily when travelling for longer periods. Do not over
tighten, always use a torque wrench to ensure accuracy.
Brakes
The electric brakes on your camper are a drum type. Drum brakes require regular adjustment to ensure even pad
wear and proper performance. This is an important safety item. The recommended interval for checking adjustment is
5000km.
Bearings and Seals
The Timken bearings in your camper are protected with a rubber seal on the rear of the drum and a friction fit bearing
cap on the front. Normal use without encountering water crossings is a recommended service interval of 5000km. Driv-
ing through water with hot hubs can cause water to be sucked past the seals with rapid temperature change. Always
allow hubs to cool before driving through water above the wheel centre and service more frequently when exposed to
water crossings.
Suspension
Suspension maintenance should be done as per the schedule contained in this booklet. Regular lubrication and in-
spection are critical, and the grease points are indicated below. Regular checks of the torque on the trailing arm bolts
indicated will prolong correct wheel alignment.
Trailing arm suspension should not be reversed up gutters and obstructions in a heavy manner. Always use a ramp or
similar if you are backing over high gutters and obstacles.