Driving in hilly or mountainous terrain isn’t any more difficult than driving on the flat plains of
Kansas if the driver uses the vehicle properly. The main culprit of hilly or mountainous driving
problems is overheating. Preventing problems is as simple as following your chassis
manufacturer’s driving instructions for this type of terrain. The main thing to remember is to
reduce speed and drive in the appropriate gear, usually something other than drive.
WARNING: The motorhome fully loaded and the trailer, or towed vehicle, must
not exceed the motorhome chassis’ Gross Combination Weight Rating
(GCWR). Consult with your selling dealer to determine the GCWR of the
motorhome. Do not exceed the motorhomes Gross Combined Weight Rating
(GCWR) or the hitch rating. The tongue weight, the weight pushing down on
the hitch, must not exceed 10% of the hitch capacity.
WARNING: The towing vehicle’s braking system is rated for operating at
GVWR, NOT at GCWR. A separate functioning brake system is required for
any towed vehicles or trailers weighing more than 1000 lbs when fully loaded.
NEVER exceed the GVWR, or the GAWR specified on the motorhome
certification label. Also NEVER exceed the weight ratings of the trailer hitch
installed on the motorhome. Failure to heed any part of this warning could
result in loss of control of the motorhome and towed vehicle or trailer and
may cause an accident and serious injury. For specific towed vehicle braking
requirements, consult the chassis owners manual.
CAUTION: Always use safety chains between the motorhome and the towed
trailer or vehicle. Cross chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for
turning corners. Connect safety chains to the trailer or vehicle frame or hook
retainers. Never attach chains to the bumper of a vehicle.
CAUTION: Tow bars or car dollies generally are made to travel in a forward
direction only. Most towing equipment of this type is not designed for
backing. Never attempt short back up distances with a tow bar or tow dolly.
Damage to the motorhome, vehicle or towing device will result.
Four Winds International/Mandalay Luxury Division accepts no responsibility for damage to
the chassis and other components resulting from towing loads greater than its designated
class specifications. Also consider the gross combined weight rating of the motorhome before
towing a trailer or vehicle. Towing an object such as a boat and trailer or a vehicle behind the
motorhome results in added driving considerations that you must contend with.
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CHASSIS OPERATIONS & PROCEDURES
2005 PRESIDIO
HILLS, DALES & MAKING THE GRADE
TRAILER TOWING
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