Hitches and Towing Components
Your motorhome is equipped with a hitch and tow plug, as it is designed for towing light loads. Your hitch may provide
you with the capability of towing your car or trailer while traveling.
A wiring harness or pigtail is needed to connect tail lights, brake lights, turn lights, etc. of the towed vehicle with that of
the coach. Some coach models feature rear docking lights to assist with tow vehicle hookup at night.
Prior to towing, inspect all towing connections, including the
hitch mounting bolts for unusual wear or corrosion. Check
the mounting flanges
for any deformation, as well as the hitch welds for any cracks, signs of movement, or fatigue in the
hitch assembly.
Safe and satisfactory performance of the towing system depends on the type of towing equipment
connected to the hitch receiver. The assembled length of the drawbar/towing system used should be kept to a minimum.
Newmar is not responsible for damage or failure of the hitch receiver caused by the use of excessively long
drawbars or other styles of drawbars that create leverage loads on the hitch receiver beyond its designed
capabilities.
The total weight of the motorhome and any vehicle towed must not exceed the GCWR (Gross Combined Weight
Rating).
When planning to tow, approaching the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) may reduce the motorhome’s
towing
capacity.
When weighing the motorhome, be sure to take passenger locations into consideration. The towed
vehicles
must have adequate active brakes. Contact your state Department of Transportation or your local Newmar
dealer for
your state requirements.
For More Information
Refer to the product manufacturer's owner's manual and links
to learn more about your coach's hitch and towing
components.
Ladders
If equipped, the exterior rear ladder provides access to the roof for maintenance of the roof and roof-mounted items.
When going up or down the ladder, make sure the ladder is clear of debris, ice, water and any other slippery
substance. Wear shoes that provide good traction. Slip-on shoes are not recommended when using the ladder.
The rear ladder maximum weight capacity may differ by manufacturer and dimensions of the ladder. Observe
and do not exceed the weight rating for your ladder, which may be noted on the bottom of one of the ladder
rungs.
For More Information
Refer to the product manufacturer's owner's manual and links to learn more about your coach's ladder.
Mirrors
Your coach may be equipped with convex remote-controlled two-part exterior rear view mirrors. The top portion of the
mirror is flat, providing conventional reflected views down the sides of the RV, while the bottom portion is convex to
provide an expanded view, helping to eliminate blind spots. These mirrors may also contain heating elements to defog,
defrost, or de-ice the mirror glass during cold weather operation. Some mirrors can be operated via remote control.
These brief operation instructions are for quick reference only. Any quick start instructions provided should
not take the place of the complete Operation Manual provided by this item's manufacturer.
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