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3. When the wheel chocks are in place and the assistant is clear, release the brakes
until the chocks absorb the load.
4. Apply the parking brake.
5. Shift the transmission to “P” (PARK, with automatic transmission) or low or
reverse with manual transmissions.
If the vehicle is parked on a grade, don’t shift the transmission to “P” (PARK) until
the trailer wheels are chocked and the parking brake is set. If you do, the weight of the
vehicle and trailer may put so much strain on the transmission that it may be hard to shift
out of “P” (PARK).
When starting after being parked on a grade:
1. Apply the foot brake and hold.
2. Start engine in “P” (for automatic transmission).
3. Shift into gear and release the parking brake.
4. Release the foot brake and drive until the chocks are free.
5. Apply the foot brake and have someone remove the chocks.
MIRRORS
There are many types of outside mirrors that can be used on tow vehicles. Most states
require mirrors extending on both sides of the tow vehicle to provide the driver a clear
view when passing or being passed. Check specifi c requirements in the states where you
will travel. Install mirrors as close to the driver as possible to provide the maximum fi eld
of view.
STABILIZATION
SETUP
Leveling your trailer can greatly enhance your comfort. More importantly, the unit must
be level in order for the refrigerator and drainage system, both of which function by grav-
ity, to operate properly. Place a level on the bottom of the refrigerator’s freezer compart-
ment or in a normally level location inside the vehicle.
NOTE: AFTER THE TRAILER HAS BEEN LEVELED SIDE-TO-SIDE AND FRONT-
TO-BACK, YOU MAY WISH TO PERMANENTLY ATTACH LEVELS ON THE
FRONT AND/OR BACK AND SIDES OF THE RV. THIS WILL ALLOW YOU TO
TELL AT A GLANCE IF YOU HAVE PARKED ON A LEVEL SITE AND WILL HELP
SPEED UP THE LEVELING PROCESS.
PARKING ON A GRADE
You should not park vehicles with trailers on a grade or hill. However, if you must park
on a grade, follow these steps:
1. Apply the tow vehicle foot brake.
2. Have someone place wheel chocks under the trailer wheels.
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