FLEETWOOD RV CLASS A GAS 2020 OWNER’S MANUAL
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INSPECTING & PRESSURE
Inflation pressure is rated at a cold psi .
Cold psi is defined as early in the morning
before the day’s ambient temperature,
sun’s radiant heat or heat generated while
driving has caused inflation pressure to
temporarily increase . Check tire inflation
pressure every morning before driving .
Use a high-quality truck tire gauge with
an angle airhead to ensure access to the
dual wheel positions of the drive axle .
Ensure the valve cap is replaced on
the stem after the inflation pressure
is checked . Use valve stem caps with a
positive seal to prevent air from escaping
through the valve stem .
If there are extension hoses on the valve
stem, make sure they are high-quality
reinforced stainless steel braid . Attach
hoses securely to the outer wheel to
prevent movement . The valve stem cap
guarantees the valve core will remain
free of dirt and foreign material . Material
lodged between the valve core and internal stem can
cause slow leaks resulting in tire failure .
Optimum tire performance is achieved at proper
inflation pressure for the load carried . Do not mix tires
of different tread patterns, size or construction on the
same axle . The difference could result in damage to the
drivetrain or handling issues .
The motorhome may be equipped with an on-board “tire
pressure monitoring” system . Individual tire pressures are
displayed on the monitor when the feature is selected .
The tire pressure monitoring system is to be used for
“Reference Only” . To accurately determine individual tire
pressure, a reliable and calibrated tire pressure gauge
in good working condition should be used . The Federal
Certification Label for proper tire inflation pressure . Follow
the guidelines in this owner’s manual for checking air tire
pressure . Consult your monitor system’s owner’s manual
for additional information .
AIR PRESSURE CHECKLIST
• When checking inflation pressure, confirm the tires
are cool before increasing or decreasing inflation
pressure . Tires in direct sunlight will increase
inflation pressure . Driving a short distance will heat
the tires and raise inflation pressure .
• Remove the cap from the valve stem .
• Firmly press the tire gauge onto the valve stem and
record reading .
• Add air to achieve recommended inflation pressure .
Truck Style
Tire Guage
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WARNING:
A slow leak may go unnoticed on one of the dual
tires . Damage to the other tire can occur tire from
weight overload . Tires with damaged sidewalls can
burst upon inflation . A flat or nearly flat tire can
also generate enough heat from friction to ignite .
12 feet
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WARNING:
For safety purposes, clear the area of people
and pets during tire inflation . Inflate tires using a
remote inflation device .
NOTE:
It is normal for tires to heat up and inflation pressure
to increase during travel . If the motorhome must
be driven to get air, check and record the tire
pressure first then add the proportional amount of
pressure so when the tires cool, inflation pressure
will be correct .
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