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front Axle tire AliGnMent
The term alignment refers to both the adjustment angles on the steering axle and suspension
and tracking of the rear axle. Many factors are considered when establishing proper
alignment. Steering components, suspension, wheel bearings and even proper loading will
affect the alignment.
We recommend you have the front suspension and steering alignment checked and
adjusted after you have fully loaded the vehicle according to your needs as part of the
vehicle maintenance. Thereafter, it is your responsibility to have the alignment inspected
periodically to maintain vehicle steering performance and prevent uneven tire wear as part
of your normal maintenance.
After this road test has been completed, front-end alignment and/or vibrations will not be
covered as part of the new vehicle limited warranty.
NOTE: Always have the alignment checked and adjusted by a
qualied shop with the proper equipment to handle heavy vehicles.
NOTE: A road test by the dealer should be included as part of the
pre-delivery inspection. The dealer can check for and correct any
steering problems before you take delivery.
Wheel luG nuts/Wheel liners
Torque is the amount of rotating force applied to a fastener, such as a lug nut. Proper torque
of lug nuts can only be achieved by using a properly calibrated torque wrench and socket. Do
Failure to maintain proper torque of the wheel lug nuts could lead to separation
of the tire and wheel while driving, possibly resulting in property damage or
personal injury.
Check and tighten the wheel lug nuts regularly to make sure they did not loosen
during travel. Refer to your Chassis Guide for Torque recommendations.
Failure to tighten and maintain wheel lug nuts to the proper torque specication,
could allow the wheels to come off while the motor home is in motion, and
could result in serious injury in the event of a collision or loss of vehicle
control.
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