Monaco HOLIDAY RAMBLER 2013, Owner'S Manual

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2013 HOLIDAY RAMBLER
Air Pressure Checklist
1. Check air pressure when the tires are
completely cool.
NOTE:
If the recreational vehicle 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 reduce
air pressure when tires are hot.
2. Remove the cap from the valve.
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-inflated, 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. Inspect all the tires for nails or other
objects that could be embedded or
puncture the tire and cause air leaks.
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) 1
to 2 psi for every 10° F. of temperature
change.
Supporting Tires When Leveling
Extreme caution must be taken to ensure
that the tires are fully supported when placing
blocks under the tires. The load on the tire
should be evenly distributed on the support
block. If not properly supported, the steel
cables in the sidewall of the tires may be
damaged and could lead to premature fatigue
of the sidewall.
CAUTION:
Supporting tires prevents damage to
the sidewall of the tires but does not
prevent tire roll.
Tire Vibration
Sudden tire failure is often preceded by tire
vibration. Symptoms that can cause tire failure
are a bulge in the sidewall or swelling in the
tire carcass. Striking an object or large hole
in the road surface can damage a tire. Inspect
the tires periodically thereafter as rotational
forces can continue to stress damaged areas
and later manifest in tire failure. If an unusual
vibration begins or a bulge is noticed in the
sidewall, have the tires evaluated by a qualified
professional as soon as possible.
Tire Rotation
Tire rotation can increase the life of the
tires by achieving uniform wear. Have the
tire manufacturer determine rotation pattern.
Unusual or unique wear patterns should be
evaluated before rotation. Misalignment,
imbalance or other mechanical problems may
exist and will need correction prior to rotation.
The tire rotation should be performed every
5,000 miles or at any sign of uneven wear.
After a tire rotation, the inflation pressures
should be checked and adjusted accordingly
for the actual loads of the wheel position.
NOTE:
It is recommended that the tires be
rotated every 5,000 miles.
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