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SECTION 5
RV TIRES
After your first trip, check the wheel lug torque
periodically for safety. Check the wheel lugs
after winter storage, after a wheel removal,
before starting a trip or following extensive
braking. Use the correct star pattern
sequence to attach the RV wheels (see
Wheel Lug Torque Chart
.)
Wheel lug nuts must be applied and
maintained at the proper torque levels to
prevent loose wheels, broken studs and
possible separation of the wheel(s) from
your trailer. The lug nuts on the wheels of
your RV must be maintained according to
listed torque values (see
Wheel Lug
Torque Chart
.) Over-torqued and/or
under-torqued wheels may result in
component failure.
1. Start all nuts by hand to prevent cross
threading.
2. Tighten the nuts in the sequence shown.
3. Tighten the lug nuts equally in stages as
indicated for your trailer's wheels (see
Wheel Lug Torque Chart
).
Check and re-torque after the first 10, 25
and 50 miles (16, 40 and 80 kilometers).
Thereafter, check and maintain the torque
according to the listed torque values
(
see
Wheel Lug Torque Chart
.)
Failure to maintain proper torque of the
wheel lug nuts could lead to separation of
the tire and wheel while driving, possibly
resulting in property damage or personal
injury.
For more information
Tires are warranted by the tire manufacturer
and are to be serviced and warranted by an
appropriate service center. They are not to be
returned to your dealer or Travel Lite.
If
you
have questions regarding your tires,
contact the tire manufacturer or Travel
Lite
Customer Service.
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