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Check roof seals every six months to see if they are cracked or peeling.
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Check engine covers and firewall every six months to see if they are cracked or
peeled.
Your motorhome may be equipped with a slide-out room for added space and comfort.
Proper care and maintenance is required to achieve the maximum
Follow the guidelines listed below for your slide-out.
It may be necessary to lubricate the slide assembly (rollers, slide tubes, lever assembly)
once a month with light oil to prevent rust buildup. This may be required more frequently
due to road spray (salt, sand, dirt, etc.).
If you park your unit for long periods of time, run the room in and out 2–3 times to keep
the moving parts lubricated and the seals moving more freely.
Keep the slide room away from tree branches. Visually inspect the room and awning
before retracting. Branches rubbing against the room while retracting could cause
damage to the seals.
Whenever possible, wipe down the exterior walls before retracting the room to prevent
water from draining onto the carpet.
The rollers under the slide room are not sealed rollers, therefore, some residue
may appear on your carpet. This is a normal function, so be aware and take proper
precautions. Vacuum the carpet after each extension of the slide out room.
Verify that your house batteries are fully charged before operating the room.
In areas where the hot sun constantly beats down on the motorhome, shading the
tires by covering can reduce tire sidewall cracks from forming. Tire covers can be
purchased at any motorhome supply store. Check your Chassis Owner's Manual for
the tire rotation requirements. Due to the weight of the motorhome you should have a
qualified service center rotate the tires if recommended by your chassis manufacturer.
To keep the rims of the motorhome looking their best, follow these simple steps:
1. Rinse the wheel with high-pressure water to remove any debris, grit or dirt
particles.
2. Use a 100% cotton cloth dipped in a mild soap solution to help remove
stuck on dirt and grease.
3. Rinse the remaining soap residue from the wheel.
4. Dry the wheel thoroughly with a 100% cotton cloth.
To lubricate the elevating gear, apply a liberal amount of silicone spray lubricant to the
elevating gear with the lift in the down position. Run the lift up and down a few times to
distribute the lubricant over the gears.
If rotating the antenna becomes difficult, lubricating the bearing surface between the
rotating gear housing and the base plate can restore operation. Any spray type silicone
lubricant may be used.
Elevate the antenna and remove the set screw from the rotating gear housing. Spray
lubricant into the hole and around the edges of the gear housing. Rotate the gear
housing until the lubricant coats the bearing surfaces and the antenna rotates freely.
Replace set screw.
Buildup of mud under the body can cause rust, and can add unnecessary weight, which
contributes to the gross weight of the vehicle. This effectively reduces the amount of
Care and Maintenance
SLIDE OUT
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TIRES & RIMS
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