Monaco 2009 Knight, Owner'S Manual

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2009
K
night
Chassis Information - 1
0
NOTE
Depending upon application universal
joints may have two grease fittings
each. It is necessary to apply grease
to each fitting to properly lube the
universal joint.
Drag Link
The drag link connects the steering box
pitman arm to the steer axle. The movable
joint (ball joint) uses sealed boots to prevent
water intrusion.
DO NOT rupture the boot
when applying grease. Grease interval is six
months or every 5,000 miles.
NOTE
It will be necessary to start the
motorhome and turn the steering
wheel to access fitting(s).
Center Link
The center link is located on the backside of
the steer axle. The center link attaches the two
wheels together causing the right front to track
with the left front. Greasing interval is every
six months or 5,000 miles.
Steering Spindles
The
steering
spindles
attach to the
front axle
and pivot on
the kingpin.
The wheel
end assembly
and brake system attach to the spindle. There
are upper and lower lubrication points for the
kingpin. The drag link attaches to the roadside
spindle. After initially lubricating the roadside
and curbside kingpins, rotate the steering
assembly lock to lock (full left to right) then
move assembly back to center. This purges any
remaining air pockets. Continue lubricating the
kingpins until new grease purges with no air
pockets. Greasing interval is every six months
or 5,000 miles.
Control Arm Bushings
Control arms align the axles perpendicular
with the frame. The panhard bar controls
side to side motion of the axles in the frame.
Control arm bushings and panhard bar
bushings do not require lubrication.
DRUM BRAkE LUBRIcATION
Drum brakes are equipped with slack
adjusters. Both the slack adjuster and brake
cam need to be lubed periodically to ensure
proper brake operation. Lubricate every
10,000 miles or three months, whichever
occurs first. Use NLGI #2. Lithium soap base
chassis lubricant. Lubricate at points shown
and lubricate until new grease appears at exit
points. Avoid contaminating brake linings with
lubricant.
STEERINg gEAR
090403c
090354b
090353c
Upper
Lubrication
Points
Lower
Lubrication
Points
090414
Rear Brakes
Typical Air Drum Brakes:
Lubricate until new grease
appears at exit points.
090350g
Front Brakes
Typical Air Drum Brakes:
Lubricate until new grease
appears at exit points.
090350