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Evenly distribute and secure cargo. Store
heavy items near the rear axle and lighter
items toward the front to prevent uneven
stress and handling problems.
Check all tires outside the motorhome
for accurate pressure and physical
condition. Look around, above and under
the motorhome for obstruction or leaks.
Test all exterior lighting: headlamps,
taillights, brake and clearance lights.
Inside the motorhome store and secure
heavier objects in the lower cabinets to
maintain a low center of gravity for sway
reduction. Secure loose items to prevent
weight shifts. Store lighter items in the
overhead cabinets. Close and secure all
cabinet doors and drawers, shower and
pocket doors. Turn off interior lighting.
Adjust exterior mirrors and check dash
gauges for proper operation.
INFORMATION
For chassis maintenance details refer to
the chassis section.
CAUTION
Open the bay doors slowly after a trip as
cargo may shift during travel.
WARNING
To avoid injury, never place
hands or fingers near the
edges of the bay door when
opening or closing. Always
use the latch handle. Apply
pressure with the other
hand just above the latch
handle.
TIPS
Multi-purpose items, versatile clothing
and periodic removal of unused cargo
will streamline cargo storage.
HItcH
Using the Rear Receiver
When using the rear hitch receiver, remember
that the motorhome is intended for towing light
loads and is primarily designed as a recreational
vehicle. Safety and durability of the hitch
receiver requires proper use. Avoid excessive
towing loads or other misuse of the receiver.
Towing will affect fuel economy.
Weight pushing down on the rear hitch (tongue
weight) must not exceed 10% of maximum
tow capacity. It is recommended to weigh the
motorhome when fully loaded to ensure proper
weight distribution of the GCVW (Gross
Combined Vehicle Weight).
When weighing the motorhome, add all
passenger weight to the GCVW total. The
motorhome fully loaded, including fresh water,
LP-Gas and any vehicle or trailer towed, must
not exceed the GCWR (Gross Combined
Weight Rating).
WARNING
Most states and Canadian provinces
require trailers and/or towed vehicles
to have adequate auxiliary brakes.
Failure to comply with these State and
Canadian province requirements may
result in fines and/or pose a safety
hazard, which may result in an accident.
WARNING
DO NOT tow a trailer or vehicle that
exceeds the rated capacity of the
hitch receiver. Overloading the hitch
receiver can cause unusual handling
characteristics and overstress the hitch
receiver and chassis. It could also void
the warranty. If there are any questions,
call customer support.
Ball Mount:
Ball mounts come in
various configurations
and weight limitations.
There are three things to
consider when selecting
a ball mount: weight
rating, pin to ball center
length and rise/drop. The
weight rating of the ball
mount, tongue weight and
tow weight must meet
or exceed the total load
weight.
020134h
020065f
Distance from the
center of the hitch
ball hole to the center
of the pin hole.
Distance from the
shank to the top of
the hitch ball platform.
020144e
Typical Latch
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