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SECTION 4
TRAVELING WITH YOUR MOTOR HOME
4-4
chassis GCWR.
See preceding items “Loading
the Vehicle” and “Weighing Your Loaded Vehi-
cle” for explanation of these weight ratings.
Al-
ways be aware of the loaded weight of your
coach and the weight of any towed vehicle.
Because of individual vehicle use and loading
habits, we recommend weighing the vehicle
while fully loaded to avoid exceeding any of the
listed Gross Weight Ratings. See “Vehicle Certi-
fication Label” in the Introduction Section at the
front of this manual for information on gross
weight ratings.
Towing will affect vehicle handling, durabili-
ty and fuel economy. Exceeding any of the listed
Gross Weight Ratings will result in unacceptable
overall vehicle performance. Maximum safety
and satisfaction when towing depends on proper
use of correct equipment. Select a drawbar that
mates properly with the towing hitch receiver and
provides proper alignment to the vehicle tow bar.
The tongue of the tow bar must be as close as pos-
sible to parallel with the ground when attached to
the hitch ball.
Installation of a proper trailer brake system is
recommended. Check state regulations on trailer
weight and trailer brake requirements to be sure
you select the right equipment before towing.
Before descending a steep or long grade when
towing a trailer, reduce speed and shift into a
lower gear to control vehicle speed. Avoid pro-
longed or frequent application of brakes which
could cause overheating and brake failure.
See also - Trailer wiring connector in Section
6.
PRE-TRAVEL CHECK LIST
Before starting the engine to leave on a trip, be
sure your motor home has been properly pre-
pared and maintained. This will ensure an enjoy-
able trip and help avoid delays. Use this checklist
as a guide.
-
Fluid Levels - Check and fill if necessary:
·
engine oil
·
transmission
·
power steering
·
radiator
·
brake
·
battery
·
windshield washer
-
Wheel Lug Nuts - Check for tightness
-
Tires - Check for proper cold inflation pres-
sures as specified on the Vehicle Certifica-
tion Label.
-
Drive Belts - Check for proper condition and
tension (not cracked, frayed, or loose, etc.)
-
110-Volt Generator (Optional) - Check oil
level in generator engine.
-
Fire Extinguisher - Make sure it is fully
charged and secured in mounting bracket.
For safety towing and vehicle hand-
ling, maintain proper trailer weight
distribution.
The total weight of the motor home
and the vehicle towed must not
exceed the Gross Combined Vehicle
Weight rating. Contact the chassis
manufacturer to obtain the Gross
Combined Vehicle Weight rating for
your chassis.
WARNING
Exceeding any of the recommended
gross vehicle weight ratings may re-
sult in vehicle damage.
Do not install a frame equalizing type
hitch on your vehicle.
Never check oil level in generator
while engine is operating.
CAUTION
WARNING
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