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
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- Inspect the tires for defects and the air pressure for proper inflation
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- Make sure the lug nuts are tight
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- Have a look at the suspension and axels
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- Check the signal, brake and marker lights for proper operation
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- Check pipes and fixtures for leaks
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- Look at the levels of holding tanks
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- Condition and operation of the emergency brake away cable
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- Windows and Doors are latched
- Make sure there are no loose items that can dance around during travel
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Weekly or Monthly
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- Connections on batteries for corrosion
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- Give the holding tanks a good flushing
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- Walk around looking for loose screws
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- Vacuum out AC vents and clean filter
- Propane lines and hardware
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Every three months
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- Electric brake wiring rubbing and condition
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- Run a cup of bleach through the fresh water tank
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- Vacuum out furnace ducts and vents
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- Lubricate door hinges and connectors
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- Clean oven and stove
- Defrost the refrigerator and wipe it down
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Every six months
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- Inspect wiring connections for corrosion
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- Inspect and clean appliance fans
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- Lubricate the TV antenna so it lifts smoothly
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- Remove the hot water heater anode flush and look for scale
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- Polish wood cabinets and doors
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- Replace worn blind hardware and strings
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- Check the seals on the roof
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- Wash the roof because it is dirty
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- Check the seals around storage doors and window slides
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- Pull and clean the refrigerator and AC covers
- Clean and lubricate the awning
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Annually
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- Wheel Bearings – clean, inspect, repack, and install new seals
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- Converter – inspect connectors, fuses, breakers, and wiring
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- Check the AC wall plugs with a plug tester
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- Lighting fixtures – dissemble, clean and check bulbs
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- Clean and re-lube the fifth wheel hitch
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- Check the torque on the kingpin bolts
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- Steam clean carpets, furniture, upholstery, and valances
- Lubricate door hinges, jacks, entry steps, and slide rails
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