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WARNING

If electric breakaway brakes do not operate
when trailer is uncoupled from the tow
vehicle, death or serious injury can occur.

Check emergency breakaway brake system
BEFORE each tow.

Tow Vehicle Operated Electric Brakes

The electric brakes that operate in conjunction with
the tow vehicle brakes must be “synchronized” so
that braking is properly distributed to the tow vehicle
brakes and the trailer brakes. For proper operation
and synchronization, read and follow the axle/brake
and the brake controller manufacturers’ instructions.

Magnets for all Electric Brakes

To make certain an electrically-operated braking sys-
tem will function properly; you must have your dealer
inspect the magnets at least once a year, or each
12,000 miles. See the brake manual for wear and cur-
rent inspection instructions.

Trailer Connection to Tow Vehicle
Coupler and Ball

The coupler on the trailer connects to the ball at-
tached to the hitch on the tow vehicle. The coupler,
ball and hitch transfer the towing forces between the
tow vehicle and the trailer. Before each tow, coat the
ball with a thin layer of automotive bearing grease to
reduce wear and ensure proper operation; and check
the locking device that secures the coupler to the ball
for proper operation.

If you see or feel evidence of wear, such as flat spots,
deformations, pitting or corrosion, on the ball or
coupler, immediately have your dealer inspect them
to determine the proper action to prevent possible
failure of the ball and coupler system. All bent or
broken coupler parts must be replaced before towing
the trailer.

The coupler handle lever must be able to rotate freely
and automatically snap into the latched position. Oil
the pivot points, sliding surfaces, and spring ends
with SAE 30W motor oil. Keep the ball pocket and
latch mechanism clean. Dirt or contamination can
prevent proper operation of the latching mechanism.
When replacing a ball, the load rating must match or
exceed the GVWR of the trailer.

Fifth Wheel Kingpin

Before each tow, inspect the fifth wheel and kingpin
for wear, and coat the contact surface of the fifth
wheel plate with water-resistant Lithium-base grease.
If you see evidence of wear on the fifth wheel or king-
pin, immediately have your dealer inspect them to
determine the proper action to prevent failure of the
fifth wheel and kingpin system.

Landing Leg or Jack

If a grease fitting is present, you must use a grease
gun to lubricate the jack mechanism.

Grease the gears in the top of hand-cranked jacks
once a year, by removing the top of the jack and
pumping or hand packing grease into the gears.

Lights and Signals

Before each tow, check the trailer taillights, stoplights,
turn signals and any clearance lights for proper opera-
tion. This also includes your tow vehicle’s lighting. A
burned out bulb can create an unsafe condition by
reducing your ability to signal your intentions to other
drivers. When replacing exterior bulbs, take care that
the sealant around the light fixture is not disturbed.
This can cause a potential water leak. Refer to the bulb
replacement chart for the proper replacement bulbs.

WARNING

To avoid collisions, taillights, stoplights and
turn signals must work.

Wiring

Make sure the connector-plug prongs and recep-
tacles are clean. Lightly coat all electrical terminal
connections with non-conducting (dielectric), light
waterproof grease. Clean the prongs with very fine
sandpaper, being careful not to damage the contact
area.

Battery

Your trailer may be outfitted with a battery that oper-
ates lighting, electric landing gear, slide-outs or
other accessories. The battery may be kept charged
either by the tow vehicle or by the generator or shore
power.

A disconnect switch may be provided to disconnect
the battery when you do not plan to be using the
trailer for an extended period, such as seasonal stor-
age. If there is no disconnect switch, then remove the
cables from the battery terminals.

The battery must be kept in a charged condition
during storage. The battery could freeze and break if
it becomes discharged.