8 EMERGENCIES WHILE DRIVING
The Triple E Motorhome is designed with features that allow the driver/occupants to resolve emergencies
or failures when travelling. Review this section to be familiar with the recommended procedure to resolve
these conditions or situations. Review this section with all new drivers and before each trip.
Each motorhome is designed with a
hazard warning light system that is similar
to the system on an automobile. Both the
front and rear turn signals fl ash in unison
when the system is turned on.
Although the control switch is normally
located on the steering column, refer to
the chassis manual for details.
It is recommended that the warning lights
be used whenever the vehicle is stopped
on the side of the roadway. The intermit-
tent fl ashing lights will alert other motorists
to a potential hazard and to take extra
care. The system is designed to continue
to fl ash when the switch is on even though
the ignition key is removed and you have
Be sure the lug nuts are tightened to their specifi ed
torque. Always use an accurate torque wrench
when mounting the wheel. Check the torque and
re-tighten after 25 and 100 driving miles. Check
the torque at each oil change.
1. Park the motorhome on a level surface.
2. Turn off the engine and set the parking brake.
3. Turn on the hazard warning fl asher.
4. Block both front and back of the tire on the op-
posite side of the vehicle from the fl at tire.
5. If the ground is soft, use a support board under
the jack to keep the jack from sinking.
6. Make sure to use only the jacking points de-
scribed in your chassis owner's manual.
7. Never get any part of your body under the
vehicle while jacking or while it is suspended.
Fig. 8-1 SPARE TIRE (OPTIONAL ON EMBASSY)
When you have a fl at tire while driving, slow the
vehicle gradually and pull off to the side of the
road. Slow your vehicle gradually to prevent losing
control. Stop on a level fi rm surface and engage
parking brake. Turn on hazard warning lights to
alert other drivers to use extra caution when driving
Refer to chassis manual for instructions on where
to place jack under the frame. Review and follow
all safety precuations listed.
Remove spare tire from its storage position.
It is recommended that a professional qualifi ed
road service be used whenever possible. If this is
not possible, follow the instructions in the chassis
COMMANDER / EMBASSY
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