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SECTION 4
TRAVELING WITH YOUR MOTOR HOME
See also - Trailer wiring connector, page 6-10.
PRE-TRAVEL CHECK LIST
Before starting the engine to leave on a trip, be
sure your motor home has been properly pre-
pared and maintained. This will ensure an enjoy-
able trip and help avoid delays. Use this checklist
as a guide.
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Fluid Levels - Check and fill if necessary:
·
engine oil
·
transmission
·
power steering
·
radiator
·
brake
·
battery
·
windshield washer
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Wheel Lug Nuts - Check for tightness
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Tires - Check for proper cold inflation pres-
sures as specified on the Vehicle Certifica-
tion Label.
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Drive Belts - Check for proper condition and
tension (not cracked, frayed, or loose, etc.)
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110-Volt Generator (Optional) - Check oil
level in generator engine.
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Fire Extinguisher - Make sure it is fully
charged and secured in mounting bracket.
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Lights - Make sure all exterior lights operate.
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Sewer and Water Supply Hose - Unhook and
store.
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TV Antenna/Satellite Dish - Make certain the
antenna and dish are lowered and seated in
their support cradles.
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Loose Items Inside the Motor Home - Store
or secure items.
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Pilot Lights - Make sure all pilots are off.
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Fuel Tanks - Check level.
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Water Tank - Fill with fresh water.
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Exterior Door and Step - Make sure doors are
closed, locked and step retracted.
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Seats - Adjusted for comfortable position and
locked in place.
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Mirrors - Adjust for maximum visibility from
driver’s seat.
TRAVEL TIPS
As you travel around the country in your
motor home, you will pick up useful advice from
other motor home owners.
A number of suggestions can also be
obtained by reading articles and regular columns
in outdoor and camping magazines. Some maga-
zines and publishing companies print an annual
park and campground directory. These can be
found at your local news stand or RV supply
dealer. Here are a few travel tips to begin with.
1. Always check for sufficient clearance. Know
the height and width of your unit.
2. Always fill the fresh water tank at an ap-
proved potable water filling facility or a
known purified drinking water source. Taste
the water before filling the water tank in an
unfamiliar location. The water in some areas
may contain an undesirable taste. Do not use
a new hose to fill the water tank. It can leave
a distinct rubber or vinyl taste.
3. Showers can take a lot of water. Conserve
water by taking a “Sea Shower”. This is done
WARNING
For safety towing and vehicle hand-
ling, maintain proper trailer weight
distribution.
The total weight of the motor home
and the vehicle towed must not
exceed the Gross Combined Vehicle
Weight rating. Contact the chassis
manufacturer to obtain the Gross
Combined Vehicle Weight rating for
your chassis.
CAUTION
Exceeding any of the recommended
gross vehicle weight ratings may re-
sult in vehicle damage.
Do not install a frame equalizing type
hitch on your vehicle.
WARNING
Never check oil level in generator
while engine is operating.