MDC OFF-GRID extreme XT12HR - Torque Settings for Components; Wheel Lug Nuts; Hitch; Trailing Arm Pivot Bolts

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Behind the wheels
Along the chassis
Under the trailing arm
Torque Settings for Components
Wheel Lug Nuts
Wheel lug nuts should be tightened to correct torque using a torque wrench. Never trust a “rattle gun” as these may over or
under tighten. A quality torque wrench will ensure lug nuts are tightened correctly. It is important to remember when picking up
your new caravan or after wheels have been removed to check your wheel lug nuts at 25mi, 50mi, 100mi, 300mi and periodically
thereafter before each trip and daily when travelling offroad. The correct torque setting is 103ft-lbs (140Nm) for 14mm studs
with alloy wheels and 148ft-lbs (200Nm) for 14mm studs with steel rims. Refer to the plate on your drawbar.
Hitch
The high tensile bolts securing your hitch should be tightened to 66ft-lbs (90Nm). These should be checked at 3000mi intervals
or 1500mi in harsh offroad conditions.
Trailing Arm Pivot Bolts
The pivot bolts are a high tensile steel. The service interval for these bolts is 3000mi under normal use and 1500mi for harsh
offroad conditions. During travel they should be inspected daily to ensure they have not rotated or become damaged. Correct
torque is 140ft-lbs (190Nm).