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Pre-Travel Information
Tire Ply, Composition & Materials
Tires are constructed from multiple layers of rubber-coated
fabric. Each of these layers is called a ply. In general, the higher
the number of plies in a tire, the more weight it can support.
• Tire manufacturers must report all materials used in the
composition of the tire, (ie., steel, nylon, polyester, etc.)
Maximum Load Rating
The Maximum Load Rating indicates the maximum load in
kilograms and pounds that can be carried by the tire.
Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure
This number is the greatest amount of air pressure that should
ever be put in the tire under normal driving conditions.
Spare Tire
The spare tire is used if a trailer tire is damaged, flat, or loses
air pressure. The spare tire/wheel may dier from the original
equipment, and is intended for temporary use ONLY.
Tire Changing Basics
• Hydraulic Jack & Jack Stands are customer supplied.
1. See page 65, Roadside Emergency.
2. Block the wheels on the opposite side from the tire you
wish to change. This will prevent accidental movement.
3. Loosen the wheel lugs BEFORE raising the RV.
4. Place a Hydraulic Jack on the frame close to the spring
hanger. Raise the trailer until the tire clears the ground
NEVER attempt to use a stabilizer jack to lift the RV.
5. Set up a Jack Stand under the frame just to the rear
of the tire being changed, then change your tire.
6. Follow the Wheel Nut Torque and Wheel Installation
instructions provided on the Next Page.
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