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Make a loading diagram of your properly loaded motor
home. It will help you locate where specific items are
stored, and will help speed the loading process. Store
emergency items in a readily accessible location. Include
a fire extinguisher, tools, first aid, rain gear, flashlight,
highway warning devices and an electric cord with light.
TIRES
Your motor home is equipped with truck tires. Under
normal circumstances and with proper maintenance, you
should receive thousands of miles of trouble-free service.
Tire Inflation
For safety and maximum tire life, proper inflation pressure
must be maintained. Properly inflated tires also contribute
to overall motor home stability and safety. Refer to the tire
section in your chassis operator's manual for information
on maintenance, inflation pressure, and tire care.
WARNING
FOR SAFETY AND MAXIMUM TIRE LIFE,
CHECK TIRE PRESSURES (INCLUDING THE
SPARE) OFTEN. PAY SPECIAL ATTENTION
TO INSIDE REAR DUALS. ALWAYS CHECK
. PRESSURE WHEN TIRES ARE COLD, AND
DO NOT BLEED AIR OUT OF WARM TIRES.
FOLLOW THE TIRE PRESSURE INSTRUC-
TIONS IN THE CHASSIS OPERATOR'S
MANUAL.
NOTE: Check the wheel covers periodically.
They could work loose during driving.
Tire Replacement
Replacement tires must be the same size, and have at
least the .same weight carrying capacity as the original
equipment. All tires of the same size and rating may not
have the same weight carrying capacity. Consult your tire
dealer. The original equipment tires supplied on your
motor home have weight carrying capacities to support
gross axle weight ratings (GAWR) as stated on the
Federal CertificationTag located on the sidewall near the
driver's seat.
.
If You Get a FlatTlre
In case of sudden tire failure, avoid heavy brake applica-
tion. Gradually decrease speed. Hold steering wheel
firmly and move slowly to a safe, off-road place. Park on
a firm level spot, turn off the ignition, and turn on the
hazard flasher system.
Spare Tire Carrier
On some models, the spare tire is located in an exterior
storage compartment. On other models, the spare tire
carrier is located under the rear of the motor home
between the frame rails.
WARNING
TRUCK WHEELS AND TIRES ARE EX-
TREMELY HEAVY AND MAY WEIGH 100
POUNDS OR MORE. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO
REMOVE THE SPARETIRE UNLESS YOU ARE
CAPABLE OF HANDLING THE WEIGHT.
NOTE: Your motor home is not equipped with a
jack or a spare tire.
Changing a Flat Tire
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Even with good tire maintenance and normal driving, you
may experience a flat tire. Summon professional help
through your auto club or 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 11ft the
motor home with a jack. Consultthe Chassis Operator's
Manual for additional information on tire Inflation and
proper torque.
WARNING
TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY ANDIOR
PROPERTY DAMAGE IF A .BLOWOUT OR
OTHER TIRE DAMAGE OCCURS, OBTAIN
EXPERT TIRE SERVICE HELP. DO NOT AT-
TEMPT TO CHANGE THE TIRE YOURSELF.
TOWING A VEHICLE
If you expect to pull a vehicle with your motor home,
please use 'these guidelines when choosing a hitch and
trailer:
Hitch classification: Class II. Do not use a load equalizing
hitch. It could cause structural damage to the frame
members.
Limit the tongue
w~ight
of trailer or towing device to a
maximum of 250 pounds. Heavier tongue weights can
damage your motor home frame and body, cause un-
stable driving and handling characteristics, and will re-
strict your rights under the Ownercare warranty.
Do not tow a vehicle weighing more than 3500 pounds, or
which would result in exceeding the GCWR recom e
mended by the chassis manufacturer. Heavier vehicles
can cause braking problems, damage the hitch, the
motor home structure or drive train, cause unstable
driving or handling characteristics, and/or restrict your
rights under warranty. Changing the trailer hitch will not
increase the tow capacity of the motor home.
The Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) is listed on
the wardrobe door tag. The GCWR is the maximum
allowable weight of both the loaded motor home and
towed vehicle. Exceeding the GCWR could cause dam-
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