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Avoid sharp turns. This could bend, cre ate
ex tre me stress or frac ture ei ther the actu ator
or trailer tongue.
NOTICE
Be sure to check for obsta cles or per sons be-
hind the trailer before backing up. Also, adjust
your mir rors for clear view of the area behind
the trailer.
3. If the trailer is to be un coupled from the tow
vehicle after back ing, block all trailer wheels and
pull forward slightly to take strain off the actuator.
Uncouple the actuator by lifting the release handle
and raise the trailer tongue with the jack.
For most trailering conditions, the brake actuator will
allow you to back up normally using a 5-wire harness
connector. However, if the coupler is not wired or if
there is a failure the trailer can still be backed up by
using the manual brake lockout.
To use your lockout, check that no force is being ap-
plied to the actuator. This is achieved by positioning
the towing vehicle and the trailer on a flat service, or
with the trailer downhill from the tow vehicle. Set the
vehicle's parking brake.
Insert a 5" x 7/16" bolt or screwdriver into the reverse
lockout position hole (upper hole on side of actua-
tor). This will then block movement of the actuator.
See Figure S16. Reverse lockout option must only
be used when moving in reverse and when braking is
not required. Immediately remove bolt or screwdriver
prior to towing after backing up is completed.
NOTICE
The reverse lockout position hole and actua-
tor hole may not be in alignment. You may
have to block the trailer's wheels and pull
the trailer forward enough so the holes are
aligned and the a bolt or screwdriver may be
inserted completely into the reverse lockout
position holes.
Trailer Information - Section S
Figure S16: Reverse Manual Brake Lockout
Never allow the bolt or screwdriver to
remain in the reverse lockout position
hole. After reverse maneuvering, always
remove bolt or screwdriver from the reverse
lockout position hole. Failure to remove bolt
or screwdriver from reverse lockout position
hole will prevent forward movement braking
which can result in serious property damage,
injury or death.
NOTICE
Trailer components may be different be tween
models and may change during the model
year. Be sure to read all manufac tur er's litera-
ture supplied with your Four Winns® trailer.
S - 4
TRAILERING
A. Checklist
Before trailering, the trailer should be inspected
for the following:
1. Check tires for proper inflation. Under-inflat ed
tires heat up rapidly and may blowout or cause
uncontrolled sway ing. Also, make sure lug nuts
are tight.
2. Be sure the coupler is secured to the trailer hitch
and safety chains are attached.
3. Be sure trailer taillights and turning signals are
operation al.
4. Check the brakes for proper operation prior to
departure.
Owner's Manual Page 137
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