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SECTION 3
DRIVING YOUR MOTOR HOME
Propping the Bed Board
NOTE: When supporting the bed with a suitable
prop item (e.g. 6-ft. long 2x4 board),
make sure that the top of the board is
seated firmly against the aluminum tube
at the top of the bed board and make sure
the bottom of the board is seated firmly
against the steel frame on the floor for
security.
FUEL/WATER SEPARATOR
Diesel fuel often contains small quantities of
water which can damage the engine if not filtered
out. The fuel/water separator traps this water and
prevents it from reaching the engine. The harmful
water deposits must be drained from the
separator canister during normal periodic service
and maintenance to keep the fuel filtration
system working effectively.
The fuel/water separator is located in the rear
engine compartment.
Place an appropriate container beneath the
outlet and open the water release valve several
turns. Drain any water deposits from the canister
until clean diesel fuel flows from the valve. Close
valve by hand. Do not over tighten.
Dispose of the drained liquid in an
environmentally responsible manner, such as
taking to a waste oil disposal center.
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
Do not remove the radiator cap while engine
and radiator are still hot. Always check coolant
level visually at the see-through coolant
reservoir.
NOTE: Your chassis engine cooling system is
filled with special extended-life coolant
that is not the same as common anti-
freeze available at retail outlets.
The coolant system MUST be refilled or
topped up with the same type of coolant
as equipped to maintain the special long-
life properties.
Aluminum Tube
Steel Frame
CAUTION
When refilling the coolant system of a
vehicle equipped with a rear auxiliary
automotive heater and motoraid water
heater, be sure to allow for additional
coolant capacity of the heater and its
supply and return hoses.
Fuel/Water Drain Valve - typical
