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Maintenance
The connector plug may build up corrosion with extended use and should be cleaned periodically to insure good
electrical contact. Make sure the connector plug is kept clean and protected from road elements as you travel.
T O W I N G & L E V E L I N G
B R E A K AWAY S W I T C H
The breakaway switch is located by the FW pin box. It is a crucial part of the RV braking system. If the RV becomes
detached from the tow vehicle, the lanyard pulls the pin from the breakaway switch, which automatically activates
the RV brakes.
• While hitching the RV, ALWAYS secure the breakaway switch lanyard to a permanent part of the tow vehicle.
• Check that your auxiliary battery (customer supplied) is correctly installed, and fully charged BEFORE travel.
An auxiliary battery (customer supplied) MUST be installed to provide power to the breakaway switch.
F I F T H W H E E L ( F W ) P I N B OX H I T C H
Hitch selection is important because it affects the towing and handling characteristics of your RV. There are many
kinds of hitches available for various uses and assuring that you have the correct hitch installed is critical to a safe
towing experience. The factory installed FW pin box is not interchangeable.
Ask your dealer about the proper class and type of hitch you need to purchase for your individual tow vehicle/RV
combination. A FW requires a pin box hitch bolted directly to the floor of the truck box through the frame. Before
selecting a hitch, you must know your GVWR and pin box rating.
Fifth wheel pin box height
There is no recommended hitch height for fifth wheels; usually the FW pin box is adjustable for variance in trucks
and truck suspension systems. Adjust the hitch assembly so the tow vehicle and the FW are essentially level. A high
hitch will transfer weight behind the axles and cause the vehicle to fishtail. A low hitch will transfer additional weight
to the hitch.
To adjust the weight distributing hitch to the proper height, please refer to the hitch manufacturer instructions.