Cayman 2006 Driving & Safety — Section 2 • 23
• Avoid extended idling to warm-up the engine. Excessive idling (more than 10 or 15 minutes) can clog fuel
injectors, and eventually cause piston rings and valves to stick. Start the engine and wait for normal oil
pressure to register. Engage the high idle feature until the engine coolant temperature gauge raises. The
engine is now ready for travel. Whenever coolant temperature is below 160° F (idling engine) incomplete
combustion occurs, causing carbon build-up and raw fuel to wash lubricating oil from the cylinder walls
and dilute the crankcase oil.
• Follow the maintenance schedule for the engine.
Refueling:
• Truck stops are good refueling points for motorhomes.
• Check overhead clearance height before pulling through the fuel island.
• Be aware of concrete/steel posts installed around fuel islands.
• Avoid running over the fuel hose as it can get hung up on the motorhome and cause body damage.
• Use of gloves is recommended for refueling. Store gloves in the outside compartment.
• To prevent grease and fuel deposits from being tracked into the motorhome when refueling, change shoes
before entering. Store the extra pair of shoes near the entry door.
WARNING:
Avoid the risk of fire or explosion. Turn OFF all pilot lights and appliances before entering a
refueling station.
PRE-TRIP PREPARATIONS CHECKLIST
Prior to departure on a trip, several items will need to be prepared.
Suggestions are listed below to use as a general guideline when
preparing to depart.
INFORMATION:
Refer to the chassis section for chassis maintenance details.
Items To Carry:
• Local, State and National Maps. A “Motor Carrier” road atlas can
be useful for showing maps, refueling stations and truck repair
facilities.
• Emergency road kit containing a fl ashlight, road fl ares, warning signs and a
fi re extinguisher.
• Potable/non-potable water hoses and a water pressure regulator.
• Assortment of termination connectors for sewage.
• Hand tools.
• 12 Volt DC test light and a 120 AC polarity tester. (These may be helpful when on the
phone with a technician.)
• Battery hydrometer.
• Spare 12 Volt DC continuous duty solenoid (if applicable).
• An assortment of spare fuses.
• One link kit for ride height control assembly (for air suspension only).
• Spare alternator belt.
• Charge air cooler T-bolt clamp.
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