CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Before washing the exterior of the motorcoach,
close the fresh air dampers using the switch
located on the lower R.H. control panel. Install
keyhole protectors to prevent water from
penetrating. Rinse motorcoach with water to
remove all loose dirt. Wash motorcoach using a
quality brand car wash soap. Follow
manufacturer's recommendations for cleaning.
Rinse well with water.
The motorcoach exterior should be cleaned,
waxed and buffed when water droplets no longer
form on the painted surfaces.
Caution :
Hot water can damage paint.
Keep water cool or lukewarm.
Caution :
Make sure cleaning solutions are
not harmful to painted surfaces. Read the
manufacturer's instructions before using.
Caution :
D
o not spray water jet directly into
fresh air inlet dampers.
Caution :
D
o not aim high pressure water jet
at radiator doors. This could damage the
radiator fins.
To prevent corrosion, remove caked-on dirt and
road salt from the motorcoach underbody using
a high pressure water jet. Clean wheel
housings, bumpers, muffler, tailpipe and
brackets.
Carry out corrosion prevention cleaning at least
twice a year. Spray underneath of the
motorcoach and let soak before cleaning. Let
engine and exhaust system cool down before
cleaning.
Tar Or Oil
Remove tar or oil as soon as possible with an
approved automotive tar and oil remover or
turpentine. Thoroughly clean area with car wash
soap and water. Let dry, then wax.
Insects
Remove insect stains as soon as possible with
lukewarm soap and water or insect remover.
Tree Sap
Remove tree sap or bird droppings with
lukewarm soap and water. Do not allow to
harden.
Windows
To prevent windshield wiper streaking, keep
silicone sprays away from windshield. Remove
road film and wax build-up from windows with
lukewarm soap and water or with an alcohol-
based cleaning agent. If a chamois is used to
dry and polish glass, use it exclusively for that
purpose.
Wiper Blades
To avoid tearing frozen wiper blades, loosen
them before removing. Remove and clean wiper
blades periodically with an alcohol-based
cleaning solution. Clean wiper blades using a
sponge or soft cloth.
OIL LEVEL VERIFICATION
E
NGINE
O
IL
L
EVEL
Check engine oil level when engine is still warm
and with motorcoach parked on a level surface.
Shut
OFF
engine and wait at least 10 minutes
for oil to drain into oil pan before checking.
Check engine oil level daily or before each trip.
Add oil as required. Do not overfill. Remove
dipstick, wipe clean and fully reinsert to ensure
an accurate reading. Remove dipstick and
check engine oil level.
The oil level must be maintained between the
two marks indicated on the dipstick. Do not let
the oil level drop below the L mark. Add oil by
opening the oil reserve tank drain valve or
through the oil filler pipe. Use the markings on
the tank to check the quantity of oil added.
Close the oil reserve tank drain valve or oil filler
cap after adding oil. Recheck the oil level. Do
not let the oil level go above the F mark on the
dipstick.
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