Monaco 2008 Knight, Owner'S Manual

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drIvInG & safety — 2
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2 0 0 8 K n I G h t
WARNING
Never use wheels or lug nuts different
than the original equipment as this
could damage the wheel or the mounting
system. Damage to the wheel or
mounting system could cause a wheel
to come off while the motorhome is in
motion.
Front Wheels:
Slide the front wheel over the studs. Use
caution to avoid damaging stud threads. Snug
the nuts in sequence. When all nuts have
been seated, tighten the nuts to 500 ft. lbs. in
sequence (as in illustration).
Dual Rear Wheels:
Slide the inner dual wheel over the studs. Use
caution to avoid damaging threads. Align the
handholds for valve access and slide the outer
dual wheel over the studs, again using caution
to avoid damaging the stud threads. When all
nuts are seated, tighten the nuts to 500 ft. lbs. in
sequence (as in illustration).
The hub mount wheels use two-piece flange
cap nuts for both front and rear applications. No
inner cap nuts are required.
Torque the Nuts Properly:
Tighten the wheel nuts to the
recommended lug nut torque.
DO NOT
over tighten.
Maintain the nut torque at the
recommended level through planned
periodic checks or at 10,000 mile
intervals, whichever comes first.
If air wrenches are used, they must be
periodically calibrated for the proper
torque output. Use a torque wrench to
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check air wrench output and adjust line
pressure for the correct torque.
WeIgHIng tHe motorHome
Proper weight distribution, load management
and operating within established limitations will
aid in safe and enjoyable travel. The information
in this section outlines guidelines and provides
worksheets for weighing procedures.
Proper weight distribution and load
management is an individual responsibility.
In order to correctly manage load and weight
distribution, more than one weight measurement
is required. Each wheel position must be
weighed to accurately determine the weight
placed on each wheel position for proper
weight computations. The entire process of
weigh management begins with the Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating
as listed on the Federal
Certification Label.
This weight cannot be
exceeded.
CAUTION
Most States limit the amount of weight
carried by any single axle position. It
is the responsibility of the operator to
know the legal weight limit of the State
in which they travel.
Weight Terms
Numerous Federal, State and local
governments mandate weight limits.
Understanding the terminology and performing
proper weighing procedure will help eliminate
confusion. It is important to weigh the
motorhome to calculate Cargo Carrying
Capacity (CCC) and ensure no axle is
overloaded.
The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) of
the axles is listed on the federal certification
label attached to the motorhome. This is
the maximum allowable loaded weight on a
particular axle. This label is generally located to
the rear of the driver’s seat, on the wall.
When the actual loaded weight of the
motorhome, and the weight on each axle is
unknown, follow the recommended tire inflation
pressure(s) listed on the federal certification
label. When loading a motorhome never exceed
the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or
the GAWR
for each axle.
NOTE
Contact the tire manufacturer for
further information concerning proper
tire pressure inflation and other tire
issues.
The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
and Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed
on the Federal Certification Label attached to the
motorhome details the chassis manufacturer’s
and/or the RV manufacturer’s total vehicle
maximum weight rating and per axle weight
rating.
The GVWR is the maximum total weight
for which the motorhome is rated - including
passengers, fluids and cargo. The
GAWR is
the maximum weight for which a single axle is
designed. The tires, wheels, axle, motorhome
frame and/or other components of the
motorhome may limit these per axle and total
maximum weight ratings.