www.valortrailers.com PHONE:208-810-4900
13
Section 2 Maintenance
2.0 Periodic Maintenance
New Trailer Break-in
✓
50 to 100 miles- re-torque wheel flange nuts- see page 20.
✓
1000 miles- re-torque suspension fasteners.
Pre-Trip Inspection
✓
Lube wear areas on hitch.
✓
Examine frame and tongue members for evidence of damage or cracked welds.
✓
Check axles for bent or broken supports, damaged components, and loose
or missing fasteners.
✓
Check wheel hub oil levels and for evidence of leaking wheel seals.
✓
Check tire inflation pressures- see page 21.
✓
Check hitch for damage or stress and verify correct hitch height.
✓
Check lights for correct operation.
Quarterly or 10,000 miles
✓
Check wheel flange nut torques- see page 19.
✓
Check brakes for adjustment- see manufacturer manual if necessary.
Semi-Annually or 25,000 miles
✓
Lubricate jack
✓
Lubricate tilt deck hinges- see page 15.
Special-
✓
Accident or Overload- check all structural components for damage. Check
tires and wheels for damage. Check axle alignment.
✓
Rear Impact- check impact guard components for damage.
✓
Skidding- check tires for flat spots.
