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□ Make sure the fifth wheel landing gears,
stabilizer jacks and entry step are retracted
to the travel position.
□ Make sure the RV and tow vehicle
combination is level
□ Make sure the safety pin or locking lever on
the pin box hitch assembly is properly
seated
□ Attach the safety chains and breakaway
switch
□ Check the area under the RV after overnight
parking and look for water or other fluid
leaks. If leaks are detected, find the cause
and have it repaired immediately.
□ Check all wheel lug nuts for tightness and
tires for proper air inflation pressure.
□ Examine the tires for excessive tread wear
or uneven wear patterns. Check for stones,
nails, glass or other objects lodged in the
tread. Inspect for tread cuts or sidewall
cracks.
□ Have someone observe the operation of all
exterior
lights
while you
controls.
□ Walk around your RV one last time to make
sure everything is stored away and the
baggage compartments are closed and
locked.
□ Remove the wheel chocks.
□ Pull forward, clean the site (if applicable)
and check for forgotten items.
□ Test the RV and tow brakes for proper
operation.
□ Weigh the fully loaded trailer (people, cargo
and liquids included) and maintain proper
weight
distribution
necessary).
□ Ensure proper pin box weight is maintained.
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