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• There is too little or too much weight percentage on the tongue.
• The tow vehicle’s shock absorbers are too worn.
• The brakes need adjustment.
• The brake lines require a re-bleeding.
• Verify that the brake linings, rotors, calipers and other compo-
nents are correctly aligned and operational.
• Verify that the master cylinder is not corroded.
• Verify that the brake lines are not rusted or corroded.
• Check to determine if the breakaway cable has pulled free.
Issue:
Brakes perform poorly, beyond the intermittent issue mentioned above.
Consider:
• The brake shoes or disc pads may be worn beyond acceptable
use.
• Corrosion/rust is preventing the brakes from operating as de-
signed.
• Verify that there is a sufficient amount of brake fluid in the reser-
voir. Re-bleed as necessary.
• Verify that the brake lines are not damaged.
• The master cylinder may be malfunctioning.
• Adjust the “gain” control on the in-cab controller.
• Verify that the electrical wire connections are connected.
Issue:
A single brake is overheating.
Consider:
• The trailer may have been stored with the actuator compressed
and rust is in the system.
• A brake line may have been pinched, broken or damaged and is
inhibiting or preventing brake fluid from circulating.
• There are several other potential causes for this problem. Due to
the technical nature of the potential causes, it is best to have the
system checked by an authorized Malibu Trailer trained service
technician.
NEVER tow a trailer with faulty
brakes. Whether the brakes are grab-
bing or failing to respond, the result
is usually a loss of control of the entire rig. This situation
can result in serious injury or death to persons onboard, and
damage to the tow vehicle and/or trailer and boat, as well as
to other people and vehicles on the road at the time.
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Steering System
Issue:
The boat’s steering is responding poorly.
Consider:
• Anytime the steering does not respond crisply to turns by the
steering wheel, discontinue the outing and return to shore as soon
as possible. The steering components are, generally, inaccessible
to boat operators and owners. Repairs should be completed by an
authorized Malibu dealer.
• Inboard-engine boats have an inherent pull to one side due to
rudder torque. While some can be adjusted, it is possible that all
pull cannot be eliminated.
The Power Wedge and Surf Gates
Issue:
The Power Wedge and/or the Surf Gates are not operating as de-
signed.
Consider:
• See the information provided in the Care and Maintenance section
of this manual for information about how to manually move these
components. However, you may want to take the boat to your au-
thorized Malibu dealer for assistance and to address warranty
issues.
Lights
Issue:
Any light system is not working properly.
Consider:
• See the Electrical troubleshooting information above.
TROUBLESHOOTING THE TRAILER
Whenever possible, it is advisable to have issues with the trail-
er addressed by a trained service technician at an authorized Mal-
ibu trailer dealer. However, there can be instances when this is not
feasible, particularly in cases of emergency or distance from the
dealer. The following troubleshooting advice is not guaranteed to fix
the issue, and Malibu Trailers does not warrant any repair effected
by other than a trained service technician at an authorized Malibu
dealership. If you must troubleshoot the trailer and/or its compo-
nents while the trailer is under warranty, we recommend having a
follow-up consultation with the dealer.
Here are some of the more common issues that may arise:
Issue:
The coupler latch handle does not open or close, or does not open/
close smoothly and easily.
Consider:
• Verify that the hitch ball is the specified, correct size.
• The hitch ball may not be fully seated within the socket.
• The trailer and tow vehicle may not be level.
• Ensure there is no debris or foreign objects interfering with the
match.
• Ensure there is sufficient lubrication in the moving parts.
• Verify that there is little to no corrosion on any of the metal parts.
Issue:
The tongue actuator is making unusual noises, including, but not
limited to, clunking or squawking.
Consider:
• The shock absorber inside the tongue may be worn and require
replacement by an authorized Malibu Trailer dealer.
• The brakes may require bleeding as there is air in the system that
is allowing the actuator to malfunction.
• The hitch ball may be too small, too worn or require some lubri-
cation.
Issue:
Braking is uneven, including instances of the brake releasing
when the driver’s foot is on the brake pedal in the tow vehicle.
Consider:
• There may be an issue in the tongue actuator such as a worn
shock absorber.
• The hitch ball may not be seated properly in the socket.