Monaco DYNASTY 2006, User Manual

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54 • SECTION 2 — DRIVING & SAFETY DYNASTY 2006
Unequal tire pressures on same axle can cause:
• Uneven braking, swerve upon
acceleration.
• Steering lead, torque steer.
• Reduced handling quality.
WARNING:
For safety purposes clear the
area of people and pets during
tire inflation. Inflate tires using
a remote inflation device.
Air Pressure Checklist
1. When inspecting the tires, confi rm the tires are cool before increasing or reducing air pressure. Even
driving a short distance can heat up tires.
NOTE:
If the motorhome must be driven a distance to get air, check and record the tire pressure
first and add the recorded calculation when reaching the pump. It is normal for tires to heat
up and the air pressure inside to go up as driven. Never “bleed” or reduce air pressure when
tires are hot.
2. Remove the cap from the valve on one tire.
3. Firmly press a tire gauge onto the valve and record reading.
4. Add air to achieve recommended air pressure.
5. If the tire is over fi lled, release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the valve. Recheck the
pressure with the tire gauge.
6. Replace the valve cap.
7. Repeat with each tire.
8. Visually inspect all the tires for nails, or other objects that could be embedded or puncture the tire and
cause an air leak.
9. Check the sidewalls for gouges, cuts, bulges, or other irregularities.
NOTE:
Air pressure in a tire goes up (in warm weather) or down (in cold weather) one to two
pounds for every 10° F of temperature change.
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