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© Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc., R00
When You Stop for Fuel or Weekly
Check engine oil level.
Look for low or underinflated tires.
Every Other Week
Check tire pressure on all tires and your spare.
At Least Monthly
Check coolant level in the coolant recovery reservoir.
Check windshield washer fluid, brake fluid and power steering fluid levels.
Check operation of all exterior lamps, including brake lamps, turn signals and hazard warning flashers.
At Least Every Three Months
Flush water to the toilet cassette. Use a hose or bucket to fill the tank through the toilet and dump. Flush gray water holding tank. Use a hose or bucket
to fill the tank through the galley sink and dump.
Flush and sanitize fresh water tank. To flush the tank:
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Fill it completely using the city fill and drain using the fresh water tank drain underneath the tank.
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Sanitize by adding 1/2 cup chlorine bleach to the tank, fill with water, let sit for at least two hours, and drain. 1/2 cup vinegar added to the next
tankful, which will also be drained before filling with fresh water for use, will help dissipate the chlorine smell.
Refer to other sections in this manual for drain and fill locations.
At Least Twice a Year
Check windshield wiper operation.
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Clean wiper blades with clean cloth dampened with washer fluid.
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Wiper blades should be replaced at least once a year.
Check radiator, heater and air-conditioning hoses for leaks or damage.
Check for worn tires and loose wheel lug nuts.
Check parking brake system and put the brake on and see if it will hold on a moderate hill. If not, get it repaired.
Check head lamp alignment.
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Shine your low beam headlights on a wall. The light patterns should be the same height. Measure headlight height at the vehicle with a yardstick
and the light patterns should be the almost same height or slightly less with your vehicle level. If not, get the headlights aligned.
Check lap and shoulder belts for wear and function. Replace any belts with frayed spots or that do not smoothly retract into their holders.
Inspect appliance vents to ensure they are free from dirt, insects, spider webs and/or nests.
