Tire Replacement; If You Get A Flat Tire; Changing A Flat Tire; Seats And Seat Belts - Fleetwood Expedition 2009 Service Manual

air pressure loss, you might eventually spot
it
visually if it is a front tire. If it is an outside rear
dual, you might also spot it with a visual inspec-
tion. However, if it is an inside rear dual, the
chances of spotting it without an air pressure
check are very slim. If you begin driving without
finding it, vety quickly (in most cases a few
miles) your outside rear tire next to the low air
pressure tire is going to heat up from canying
double its load, which, if left un-remedied will
eventually cause both tires to fail.
Tire Replacement
Replacement tires must be the same size, type
and tread depth per axle, and have at least the
same weight canying capacity as the original
equipment. Tires supplied by various manufac-
turers of the same size and rating may not have
the same weight canying capacity and maxi-
mum cold inflation pressures. Consult your tire
dealer. The original equipment wheels and tires
supplied on your motor home have weight car-
rying capacities to support Gross Axle Weight
Ratings (GAWR) as stated on the Federal
Certification Tag attached in the driver's com-
partment.
If You Get
a
Flat Tire
In
case of sudden tire failure:
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NOTE
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The motor home will tend to "pulJ" toward the side with
the flat tire.
• Apply the accelerator to maintain direc-
tional stability, then gradually release the
accelerator.
• Use moderate brake pedal pressure. Do
not pump the brake. The vehicle
is
equipped with Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
which will help control braking.
• Firmly hold the steering wheel while
avoiding abrupt steering inputs and move
slowly to a safe place.
On The Road
• Park on a firm level surface.
• Turn off the ignition.
• Set the parking brake.
• Turn on the hazard flasher system.
• Ensure your passengers are safely located
and children monitored.
• Get professional roadside assistance.
Changing
a
Flat Tire
Even with good tire maintenance and normal
driving, you may experience a flat tire. Summon
professional help through your auto club, travel
service, or a local truck service facility. Your
motor home is not equipped with a jack or other
lifting device. Do not attempt to lift the motor
home with a jack. Consult the Chassis
Operator's/Owner's Guide! Manual for addi-
tional information on tire inflation and proper
torque.
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CAUTION
Wheels and tires equipped with your motor home are
extremely heavy and may weigh 100 pounds or more.
Do not attempt to remove the spare tire (if equipped)
unless you are capable of handling the weight.
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WARNING
To avoid personal injury and/or property damage if a
blowout or other tire damage occurs, obtain expert
tire service help. Do not attempt to change the tire
yourself.
SEATS AND SEAT BELTS
Seat belts help to restrain you and your pas-
sengers in case of a collision. In most states,
the law requires their use.
Seat belts provide the best restraint when:
• the seat back is upright
• the occupant
is
sitting upright (not
slollching)
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