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SECTION 2 –
SAFETY AND PRECAUTIONS
Swing-Down Carrier (if equipped)
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Support tire carrier with a jack or block while
removing wire pin and wing nut from bolt at
front of carrier.
•
Carefully lower tire carrier to ground.
•
Remove 2 bolts and retainer plate that hold
wheel to carrier bracket (if equipped).
•
Lift or slide tire from carrier.
•
Do not over-tighten wing nut when returning
carrier to storage position.
Recovery Towing
When calling a professional towing service,
we recommend that you advise them of your
coach length and approximate front axle weight
listed on your Vehicle Certification Label. This
will allow the towing operator to determine the
proper towing equipment to use.
Winnebago Industries
®
does not assume
responsibility for damage incurred while towing
this vehicle.
NOTE: Consult your chassis manual for towing
instructions or precautions provided by
the chassis manufacturer.
WHEEL MOUNTING NUTS
(LUG NUTS)
The mounting bolts and nuts for the standard
steel wheels are designed specifically for the type
of wheel. See the following information and
photos.
Steel Wheels
•
The lug nut for steel wheels is a non-plated,
hat-shaped, flange nut. The accompanying
dome-shaped, split cone washer should be
positioned ‘dome first’ onto the wheel stud
before the nut as shown.
CAUTION
Do not lie beneath tire carrier while
removing tire. The tire can fall and injury
can occur.
NOTICE
Do not lift on bumper. Damage will result
to front end body parts.
WARNING
Stay out from beneath the motorhome
while it is suspended by the towing
assembly. Do not allow passengers to
occupy a towed vehicle. Death or serious
injury can result.
Steel Wheel Front Steel Wheel Rear
Steel Wheel Lug Nut and Washer
(Hex Flange Nut with Split Cone Washer)
