FLEETWOOD RV CLASS A GAS 2020 OWNER’S MANUAL
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Underinflation can cause:
• Tire squeal on turns .
• Separations .
• Rapid and uneven wear on the edges of the tread .
• Circumferential breaks .
• Tire container may bruise or rupture .
• Higher risk of road hazard .
• Tire cord breakage .
• Loss of casing durability .
• Excessive tire temperature .
• High fuel consumption .
• Reduced handling quality .
Overinflation can cause:
• Hard ride .
• Tire bruising or carcass damage .
• Rapid tread wear in the center of the tire .
Unequal Tire Pressures on the Same Axle Causes:
• Uneven braking .
• Swerve upon acceleration .
• Torque steer .
• Reduced handling quality .
LOAD INFLATION TABLE
Federal law requires the size of the tire, the tire’s
maximum inflation pressure and load capacity as well
as load range be molded into the sidewall of the tire .
Inflation pressure will vary dependent upon the weight
of the motorhome when fully loaded ready for travel .
The load inflation table indicates inflation pressure
based on weight .
Always comply with the tire manufacturer’s
recommended inflation pressure . This requires the
motorhome be weighed in a loaded, ready to travel
condition, to determine actual weight carried by
the tires . Actual weight of the motorhome can vary
significantly depending on how it is loaded . For
optimum tire wear, ride and optimum handling always
comply with the manufacturer’s suggested inflation
pressure . From the factory, the tires are inflated to the
maximum pressure .
When the motorhome is loaded ready for travel, check
and adjust inflation pressure on each tire as indicated
in the load inflation table .
The Federal Certification Label, attached to the wall
adjacent to the Pilot’s seat, lists the Gross Axle Weight
Ratings (GAWR) . These ratings are the maximum
allowable weights per axle position .
When the actual loaded weight of the motorhome
and the weight on each axle is unknown, follow the
recommended tire inflation pressure(s) listed on the
federal certification label . Never exceed the Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle
Weight Rating (GAWR) . Contact the tire manufacturer
for further information concerning inflation pressure
and other tire concerns .
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Tread Wear
Tread Wear
Over inflation
wears in
center of tire.
Under inflation
wears on
edges of tire.
WARNING:
Do not overinflate or underinflate tires . Sudden tire
failure can result .
WARNING:
Do not exceed the tire manufacturer’s maximum
speed rating .
NOTE:
The motorhome manufacturer will not be
responsible for substitution of an incorrect tire
size or load range . Verify actual tire brand, size and
load range before obtaining replacement tires .
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