Smittybilt Scout - Page 8

Installation Instructions
Scout Trailer Kit
Part#87400/87400-01
Item Function Required Weekly
3 Months or
6 Months or
12 Months or
3,000 Miles
6,000 Miles
12,000 Miles
Brakes Test that they are operational Test before every use
Brake Adjustment
Adjust to proper operating clearance X
Parking Brake
Adjustment
Adjust for proper tension and holding
power
X
Brake Magnets Inspect for wear and current draw X
Brake Linings Inspect for wear or contamination X
Brake Controller
Check for incorrect amperage and
modulation
X
Brake Wiring
Inspect for cracks, tears, breaks in
insulation
X
Trailer Lights
Check to be sure all lights are working.
Test before every use
Trailer Wiring
Inspect wiring for bare spots, fray, etc.
Grease all connectors with dielectric
grease.
X
Breakaway System
Check battery charge and switch
operation.
Test before every use
Hub/Drum
Inspect for abnormal wear or scoring.
X
Wheel Bearings
and Cups
Inspect for corrosion or wear. Clean
and repack.
X
Seals
Inspect for leakage. Replace if removed.
X
Springs Inspect for wear, loss of height. X
Suspension Parts
Inspect for bending, loose fasteners and
wear.
X
Suspension Bushing
Grease bushings X
Hangers Inspect welds . X
Wheels Tighten to specified torque values. X
Wheel, Nuts and
Bolts
Inspect for cracks, dents, or distortion.
X
Tire Inflation
Pressure
Inflate tires to mfg’s specifications. Monthly and before each use
Tire Condition Inspect for cuts, wear, bulging, etc. X
Hardware Check torque on all hardware
X
Door locks lube cylinder and lock mechanism.
X
Door hinge Lube hinge with Break-Free CLP
X
Jacks Grease gears
X
Ball coupler
Inspect for play & adjust as necessary
Before every use
Ball coupler
Grease hitch ball and coupler, lube pivot
and sliding surfaces with oil.
X
Hardware Inspect and check for proper torque
X
Rubber seals
Clean rubber seals. Apply rubber seal
protectant such as 303 rubber Seal
Protectant or Nextzett Gummi Pflege
Stick
X
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