Trailer Towing; Pre-Travel Checklist; Travel Tips - Winnebago 2005 Rialta Owner's Manual

TRAILER TOWING

This coach may be equipped with a Class I
(2,000 lb.) trailer hitch.
NOTE: Volkswagen specifies certain weight
limitations and reductions for altitudes
above 3000 ft., steep grades more than
6% and ambient temperatures above 90°
F. See the "Vehicle Operation" section
in your Volkswagen chassis owner's
manual.
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.
WARNING
Never check oil level in generator
while engine is operating.
− Fire Extinguisher - Make sure it is fully
charged and secured in mounting bracket.
− Lights - Make sure all exterior lights operate.
− Sewer and Water Supply Hose - Unhook and
TRAVELING WITH YOUR MOTOR HOME
store.
− TV Antenna - Make certain the TV antenna is
lowered and seated in its support cradle.
− Loose Items Inside the Motor Home - Store
or secure items.
− Pilot Lights - Make sure all pilots are off.
− Fuel Tanks - Check level.
− Water Tank - Fill with fresh water.
− Exterior Door - Make sure doors are closed
and locked.
− Seats - Adjusted for comfortable position and
locked in place.
− Mirrors - Adjust for maximum visibility from
driver's seat.
Remember, it is important to distribute weight
and store all heavy items near the floor.

TRAVEL TIPS

As you travel around the country in your
motor home, you will pick up useful advice from
other motor home owners.
A number of suggestions can also be
obtained by reading articles and regular columns
in outdoor and camping magazines. Some maga-
zines and publishing companies print an annual
park and campground directory. These can be
found at your local news stand or RV supply
dealer. Here are a few travel tips to begin with.
1. Always check for sufficient clearance. Re-
member the height and width of your unit.
2. Always fill the fresh water tank at an ap-
proved potable water filling facility or a
known purified drinking water source. Taste
the water before filling the water tank in an
unfamiliar location. The water in some areas
may contain an undesirable taste. Do not use
a new hose to fill the water tank. It can leave
a distinct rubber or vinyl taste.
3. Showers can take a lot of water. Conserve
water by taking a "Sea Shower". This is done
by wetting down, turning off the water, soap-
ing thoroughly and then rinsing.
4. Dump sewage only at approved dumping sta-
tions.
5. Store liquids in plastic containers with tight
fitting caps to prevent spills.
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