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Departure
Date:
Return
Date:
Total
# Days:
Date
Check
Result/Notes
RV
TRAVEL CHECKLIST 8: RV MAINTENANCE
Tire
Pressure:
Vital to safe driving and good gas mileage
Tire
Wear:
Safety concerns and can give clues as to improper
alignment
Motor
Oil:
Know recommend replacement distance/time, fresh
oil and proper level will keep your motor running
well for a long time
Transmission
Oil:
Know recommend replacement distance/time, fresh
oil and proper level will keep your drive train
safe
Batteries:
Clean terminals connectors and tops of batteries
Check Water level where applicable (only use distilled
water)
Check for corrosion on terminals and cables
Holding
Tanks:
Drain and fill with several gallons of water,
add 2 cups vinegar (some people recommend a bit
of bleach to kill bacteria) go for a drive to
shake it up, run it through the lines to the faucets
then drain.
Hot
Water Heater:
Should be drained every 6 months per manufacturer
instructions Check the condition of the electrode
and pressure release valve
Refrigerator:
Clean and check for leaks
Make sure side and roof vents are clear and free
of nests and check the roof vent from the top.
The flue, burner, baffle, fins and coils should
be cleaned annually
Generator:
Check level and change at recommended intervals
Check condition of belts
AC
Units:
Check shroud for cracks or leaks
Check owners manual to see if fan motor shaft
needs lubrication
Furnace:
Check for adequate ventilation
Install bug screens if necessary
Brake
Fluid:
Check level, refill if necessary
Power
steering Fluid:
Check level, refill if necessary
Engine
Coolant:
Check level or replace
Windshield
Washer Fluid:
Check level, refill if necessary.
Engine
Belts:
Check for wear and cracking replace at recommend
intervals
Exterior:
Inspect the body and roof of your RV for any separation
or cracks.
Check Towing package/hitch for cracks or loose
bolts
Check all lighting, headlamps,tail lights, turn
signals etc.
Check beneath the RV for leaks, any thing loose
or that looks out of the ordinary
Check propane gas levels and valves
Smoke
Detectors: Check for wear and ensure they are in working
order
