Maintenance - continued
WHEELS AND TIRES
Tire Inspection
To obtain maximum tire life, inspect tires for wear and damage before the start of each trip. When
the average tread depth reaches only 1/16" at two adjacent tread ribs, replace the tire. Look for
abnormal wear patterns such as cupping, feathering, or rapid wear of either the inside or outside of
the tread. These conditions may indicate an inflation or alignment problem. Inspect tire sidewalls
frequently for oxidation, discoloration and/or signs of visible cracking. If in doubt as to the tires
condition, have a professional inspect them for you. This is especially important if the tires are
several years old and have accumulated many miles. Replace the tire if you see cuts, bulges,
peeling tread or other signs of damage. Remove stones and other objects stuck in the tread. Be
certain to check wheel lug nut torque and tire pressure as outlined in the tire section in this
manual's On the Road chapter.
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Note
The most common causes of tire failure are overloading and under inflation. See Loading
and Tires sections in the On the Road chapter.
Brakes
On a regular basis, have the brakes on both vehicles inspected. Be sure that necessary
adjustments are made and any damage or worn parts are replaced.
Read and understand your manufacturers owner literature.
Hitch
Check the nuts, bolts, and other fasteners to ensure that the hitch remains secured to the tow
vehicle and the coupler remains secured to the trailer. The connection point may require periodic
lubrication to permit free movement of the coupler to the hitch ball.
Read and understand your manufacturers owner literature.
WIRING
Make sure connector-plug prongs and receptacles, light bulb sockets, wire splices, and ground
connections are clean and shielded from moisture. Lightly coat all electrical terminal connections
with non-conducting (dielectric) light waterproof grease.
Clean the prongs with very fine sandpaper, being careful not to damage the contact area.
Clean the surface deposits in the connector holes. (Make sure lights are off to prevent blowing a
fuse) Try to clean off only the deposits and lubricate lightly with dielectric light waterproof grease.
Tire Replacement
Replacement tires must be the same size and should equal or exceed the weight carrying capacity
of the original equipment. The original equipment tires supplied on your trailer have capacities to
support Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWRs) as stated on the Federal Certification Tag located
on the front left side of your trailer. Radial and bias ply tires must never be mixed on the same axle.
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