FLEETWOOD RV CLASS A GAS 2020 OWNER’S MANUAL
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TOWED VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS
Vehicle manufacturers produce cars and trucks that
are designed to be capable of being towed with all
wheels down . Use caution and note all limiting factors
when selecting a vehicle to tow (aka dingy) . Things to
consider are battery drain on the tow vehicle electrical
system with the steering wheel unlocked, can the
transmission of the towed vehicle be damaged with all
wheels down and is the tow vehicle too heavy as well
as other concerns .
Before selecting a tow vehicle, consult the tow vehicle
manufacturer’s instructions to ensure the vehicle is
approved to be towed with all four wheels down . All
aftermarket products that modify the vehicle for towing
should also be approved by the vehicle manufacturer .
Make sure the tow vehicle weight and attaching
hardware do not exceed the rating of the hitch receiver .
Note the hitch receiver capacities (tongue and tow)
listed on the weight tag located on the hitch receiver .
Do not exceed rated maximum capacities . Make sure
the weight of the motorhome with the tow vehicle
do not exceed the gross combination weight rating
(GCWR) of the motorhome . Make sure that tow bars
and hitch equipment is rated for the weight of the tow
vehicle .
In addition, the tow vehicle must be equipped with
its own independent auxiliary brake system that
will activate when the brakes on the motorhome
are applied . State/Province regulations may require
additional lighting requirements . Check with the DMV
of the State and/or States (and Provinces) you will be
traveling for any additional requirements .
TOW PLUG CONNECTION
Taillight Configuration:
Taillight wiring is classified either 2-wire or 3-wire
configuration . A 2-wire configuration has all red lens .
A 3-wire configuration usually has red and amber lens .
Amber is used for turn signals only and red for taillight
and brake light . These systems are electrically different .
When connecting a towed load with a 2-wire system
to a tow vehicle with a 3-wire system, or vice versa,
a converter box must be installed for correct function
of brake lights and turn signals . A taillight converter
is available from auto and RV supply stores . Do not
attempt to wire a tow plug connector if unfamiliar with
these systems . A trained technician will install the
proper converter so the brake lights and turn signals
function correctly on the motorhome and towed vehicle
or trailer .
The motorhome is pre-wired from the factory with
an electrical connection for towing . The connection
is located near or on the hitch receiver . Current draw
should not exceed 10 Amps for each designated light
circuit . Within the electrical connection is a positive
terminal for use when towing a trailer equipped with a
battery . The positive terminal maintains the charge of
the trailer battery .
WARNING:
The motorhome and towed load must be weighed
after they are loaded for travel to determine if
actual weights are within towing specification .
Each component of the towing system must be
rated equal to or greater than the load being
towed . Do not exceed the Gross Combination
Weight Rating .
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GAWR
Tow Weight
Tongue Weight
Marker Lights
(Green)
Left Turn
(Red)
Right Turn & Stop
(Brown Wire)
Left Turn & Stop
(Red Wire)
Tail Lights
(Green Wire)
Ground
(White Wire)
Common Ground
(White)
Backup
(Yellow)
Brake Control
(Blue)
Battery
(Black)
Right Turn
(Brown)
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