Fifth Wheel Maintenance Checklist

This Checklist for Maintenance consists of a short list of maintenance items and some general time frames to maintain a Fifth Wheel:

Fifth wheel Checklist

Before every trip

• • Inspect the tires for defects and the air pressure for proper inflation

• • • Make sure the lug nuts are tight
  • • Have a look at the suspension and axels
  • • Check the signal, brake and marker lights for proper operation
  • • Check pipes and fixtures for leaks
  • • Look at the levels of holding tanks
  • • Condition and operation of the emergency brake away cable
  • • Windows and Doors are latched
  • Make sure there are no loose items that can dance around during travel

Weekly or Monthly

• • • Connections on batteries for corrosion
  • • Give the holding tanks a good flushing
  • • Walk around looking for loose screws
  • • Vacuum out AC vents and clean filter
  • Propane lines and hardware

Every three months

• • • Electric brake wiring rubbing and condition
  • • Run a cup of bleach through the fresh water tank
  • • Vacuum out furnace ducts and vents
  • • Lubricate door hinges and connectors
  • • Clean oven and stove
  • Defrost the refrigerator and wipe it down

Every six months

• • • Inspect wiring connections for corrosion
  • • Inspect and clean appliance fans
  • • Lubricate the TV antenna so it lifts smoothly
  • • Remove the hot water heater anode flush and look for scale
  • • Polish wood cabinets and doors
  • • Replace worn blind hardware and strings
  • • Check the seals on the roof
  • • Wash the roof because it is dirty
  • • Check the seals around storage doors and window slides
  • • Pull and clean the refrigerator and AC covers
  • Clean and lubricate the awning

Annually

• • • Wheel Bearings – clean, inspect, repack, and install new seals
  • • Converter – inspect connectors, fuses, breakers, and wiring
  • • Check the AC wall plugs with a plug tester
  • • Lighting fixtures – dissemble, clean and check bulbs
  • • Clean and re-lube the fifth wheel hitch
  • • Check the torque on the kingpin bolts
  • • Steam clean carpets, furniture, upholstery, and valances
  • Lubricate door hinges, jacks, entry steps, and slide rails