Fleetwood Expedition 2009 Service Manual
FLEETWOOD
Driven
to
Explore
EXPEDITI~N'
©2008 by Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved. No part
mitted
in
any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or by any infor-
mation
IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ: Product information, photography and illustrations included in this manual were as
accurate as possible at the time
notice. Fleetwood has designed its recreational vehicles for a variety
seating, sleeping, storage, and fluid capacities. The user is responsible for selecting the proper combination
(Le. occupants, equipment, fluids, cargo, etc.) to ensure that the vehicle's weight capacities are not exceeded.
Manufactudng subsidiaries
American
Diesel'
Nitrous'
Revolution
storage
or
retrieval
Allegiance· American
Compass' DiscovelY • Excursion· Expedition· Fiesta' Fonnula • Gearbox'
Orbit· Pace Arrow' Pegasus' Pioneer' Providence' Prowler·
LE
• South wind •
system
without
of
publication. Materials, design, and specifications are subject to change without
of
Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc. build the following motor homes and travel trailers:
Eagle'
Tetra'
Terry·
of
this publication may be reproduced or trans-
written
pennission
American Heritage· American Tradition'
Tioga'
Wilderness
from
Fleetwood
of
Enterprises,
customer uses. Each vehicle features optimal
Pulse'
Quantum· Redline • Regal'
Inc.
Backpack'
Icon'
Jamboree' Mallard'
Bounder·
of
loads
Bounder
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TABLE
OF
CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION .
Inspect and Maintain
Planning and Preparation
Owner's
Chassis and Vehicle Identification
Suspension Alignment and Tire Balance
After-Market Steering Aid Devices
Warnings, Terms and Concepts for
Safe Operation
Event Data Recording Device
(If
Drivers License Requirements
WARRANTY
Coverage Provided
What is Not Covered by This Wananty
Limitations
Your Rights Under State Law
Dealer's Obligations
Owner's Obligations
Manufacturer's Obligations
Wananty Service
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .02-4
Information Package
Equipped)
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of
Your Motor Home
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. 01·1
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01-6
01-6
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.02-1
02-2
02-2
02-2
02-2
02-2
02-3
Occupant and Cargo Carrying Capacity
and Load Distribution
How
to
Weigh
Dangers
Loading Tips
Tires
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Tire Inflation
Air
Pressure .
Underinflation
Air
Pressure Check .
Tire Replacement .
If
You
Get a Flat Tire .
Changing a Flat Tire .
and Seat Belts
Seats
Air
Bags
Combination Lop
Safety Belt Maintenance
Safety Restraints
Safety
Child Seat Tethers
Driving and Vehicle Control
Using the Engine to Slow the
Maneuvering in Traffic
Rear View Video Monitor
Beltsfor
Motor Home .
Your
of
Overloading
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(If
Equipped)
and
for
Children .
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Loaded Motor Home
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Shoulder Belts .
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Children .
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(If
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Equipped)
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05-8
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05-12
05-12
05-12
05-13
05-13
05-13
05-14
05-15
05-15
05-16
IMPORTANT
NOTICES
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EXPEDITION INFORMATION .
Lamps and Bulbs
Motor Home Fuses and Circuit Breakers
Driver's Controls
ON
THE
ROAD
Motor Home Loading
Responsibility
Some Definitions First
Towing a Vehicle
Load
or
Suggested Owners Manual addendum
weight distribution hitches
Dinghy Towing
Towed Vehicle Wiring
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for
Proper Loading
................
or
Trailer ("Towed
Towed Unit")
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...
for
. 03·1
. 04·1
04-1
04-1
04-2
05-1
05-1
05-1
05-1
05-2
. 05-2
05-4
05-5
Body Undercoating
Fuel and Fuel
Fuel Types and Driveability Issues .
API Refueling Advisory
Engine Fan
Exhaust System Heat
Engine Temperature Gauges
Carbon Monoxide Safety Precautions
Carbon Monoxide Detector/Alarm
Emergency Towing
LIVING
Leveling System (If Equipped)
Air Dump System
Power Entry Step
Manual Stepwell Cover
WITH
Systems
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YOUR
MOTOR
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(If
Equipped)
(If
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Equipped)
" .05-16
05-16
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05-17
05-17
05-17
05-18
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05-18
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05-19
05-19
HOME ..• 06·1
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06-1
06-1
06-1
06-2
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Table
of
Contents
Hydraulic Stepwell Cover (If Equipped)
Stepwell Cover Operation .
Entry and Screen Doors
Awning
Patio
Windows
Emergency Exit Window(s)
(If
Equipped)
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Remote Mirror Control
Visors
Sun
Power Sun
Pull Shades
Day/Night Shades
(If
Equipped)
Visors (If Equipped)
(If Equipped)
(If
Equipped)
Mini-Blinds (If Equipped)
Storage
Slide-Out
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Exterior Compartments .
Interim'Storage
Rooms
.....................
(If
Equipped)
Interior and Furnishings
Dinette Conversioll (with Built-in Table)
(If
Equipped)
Dinette Conversion (with Free-Standing
Table)
Sofa Conversion
Sleeper Sofa Conversion
Folding Doors/Privacy Curtain
Dividers
Interior Lighting
Overhead Vents
Folding Chairs
Free-Standing Furniture
Monitor
Effects
Condensation
Dripping Ceiling Vents
(If
Panel
of
Permanent Occupancy
Important Information
What the
Fire Safety
Fire
Smoke DetectoriAlaJw .
RV
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Safety Precautions
.....................
Equipped)
(If
Equipped)
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(If
Equipped)
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and
How
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Owner Can
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(If
Equipped)
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(If
Equipped)
to
Control
..............
Do
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PLUMBING SYSTEMS
AND HOLDING TANKS
Fresh Water System
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It
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06-2 External Fresh Water Hookup .
06-2
06-2
06-2
06-2
06-3
06-3
06-3
06-3
06-3
06-3
06-4
06-4
06-4
06-4
06-5
06-5
06-5
Filling the On-Board Water Tank
Draining the Fresh Water Tank .
Water Pump .
Water Pump Filter .
Low
Point Drains .
Troubleshooting the Fresh Water System
Leaks .
Sanitizing the Fresh Water System .
Exterior Shower
Drinking Water Filter System
(If
Equipped)
Waste Water System
Toilet
Draining the Holding Tanks
Black Tank Flush System
Holding Tank Care
Cold Weather Usage
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ELECTRICAL
Batteries
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(If
Equipped)
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SySTEMS
06-6 Chassis 12-Volt Electrical System
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06-6
06-6
06-6
06-6
06-6
06-7
06-7
06-7
06-8
06-8
06-10
06-10
06-10
06-12
06-12
06-13
07-1
Chassis Bulbs
and
Fuses .
Fleetwood 12-Volt House and Automotive
System
BattelY Disconnect
BattelY Inspection
Battery Charging .
Solar Panel
Selecting a Replacement BattelY
AuxiliaJY Start System
120-Volt System
Power Inverter .
Power Converter
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)
Generator
Generator Operating Safety Precautions
Generator Fuel Supply
Generator Operations
Automatic Generator Start Control
System
Main Features
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(If
and
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(If
Equipped)
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(If
Equipped)
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07-1
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(If
Equipped)
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Equipped)
Care .
(If
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Equipped)
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07-1
07-1
07-2
07-2
07-2
07-2
07-3
07-3
07-3
07-4
07-4
07-4
07-4
07-5
07-6
07-6
07-7
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08-5
08-5
08-6
08-6
08-6
08-6
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Table
of
Contents
Energy Management System -50 AMP
Additional Application
Electrical Wiring Diagrams
PROPANE SYSTEM .
Propane Safety Precautions
System Components
Hoses .
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Propane Regulator .
AccessOlY Propane Supply
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(If
Equipped) .09-2
Using Propane System at Low
Temperatures
Filling
Propane Tanks
Propane System Check
Propane
Lighting
APPLIANCES
Leak
Propane Appliances
Water Heater
Water Heater Bypass Valve
Refrigerator
Furnace
Range
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Range Exhaust Hood
Pump(s) (If Equipped)
Heat
Air Conditioner(s)
Televisions and DVD
(If
Equipped)
Additional 12-Volt Equipment
Video Equipment
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Detector/Alarm
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(If
Equipped)
Players
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Video Control Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TV Antenna
Antenna
Satellite Dish Antenna
Telephone Jack (If Equipped)
Microwave
Washer/Dryer-Ready
Miscellaneous Appliances
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Operating Instructions
(If
Equipped)
Oven
(If
Equipped)
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For
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08-7
08-7
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09-1
09-2
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09-3
09-4
10
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10-4
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10-5
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MAINTENANCE
Exterior
Stains
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Sealant Renewal
Exterior Sealants
Exterior Graphics Care .
Vinyl Front
Windows, Doors,
TPO
Roof
System
Cleaning .
...
Care
DoOl;
Window,
and Molding Resealing
AClylic Assist Handles
Interior
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Fabrics
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Solid SUlface
..
1
Laminate
alld Ceiling Panels .
Walls
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End
Mask
(If
Equipped)
Vents alld Locks .
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Roof
Component
(If
Equipped)
Top
Care
(If
Top
Care
(If
Equipped)
......
,
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......
Equipped)
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.....
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11·1
11-1
11-1
11-2
11-2
11-2
11-2
11-3
11-3
11-3
11-3
11-3
11-3
11-4
11-4
11-4
11-4
11-4
Attaching Accessories to Your
Motor Home .
Plastic/Fiberglass
Floors and
Wood Floor
Engine Access
Generator Filters
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Shower Stall .
Cmpeting
(If
Equipped)
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Windshield Wipers and Washer
Maintenance Guideline
STORAGE
............................
Storage Checklists
Short-
Tom
Storage (Less than
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Long-Tenn Storage (Over
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...........
60
60
days)
days)
.....
11-4
11-5
11-5
11-5
11-5
.11-5
11-5
11-6
12-1
12-1
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12-1
12-2
Winterization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-2
Water System Winterizing
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12-3
Reactivating the Motor Home
After Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-4
GLOSSARY
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INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the recreational vehicle life-style
and the growing family
of
motor home owners.
We sincerely thank you for choosing a
Fleetwood motor home!
.1'1
This manual describes many features
includes some instructions for its safe
ual,
eral
described
because
conducted
uct changes may not be included.
.1'1
Throughout this manual the term "RV" represents a
"Recreational Vehicle" as defined
This includes motor homes, fifth wheel trailers, travel
trailers, camping trailers, recreational park trailers,
and
NOTE 1
of
your
use.
including photographs and illustrations, is
nature only. Some equipment
or
shown
of
the continuous program
by
in
this manual
Fleetwood, it is possible that recent prod-
and
may
be optional
of
product change
NOTE 1
by
the NFPA
truck campers.
RV
and
This man-
of
a gen-
features
1192.
A WARNING
Failure to follow proper procedures or install proper
equipment can
andlor death.
result in property damage, injury
or
Your motor home has been designed
you with years
and vacationing.
applicable
of
carefree, pleasant traveling
It
conforms with, or exceeds,
National Fire Protection Association
(NFPA), Canadian Standards Association
to
provide
(CSA)
(units built for Canada only), Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standards
mental Protection Agency (EPA)
Air
Resources Board (CARB) regulations. The
just
seal attached
outside the entry door indi-
cates compliance with
(FMVSS), Environ-
and Califol'llia
NFPA or CSA standards.
Like all equipment, your motor home will require
care and regular maintenance in order to deliver
maximum value and pelformance. The dealer will
give you basic operating and maintenance
instlUCtions. However, supplement this by reading all
instlUctional material(s) furnished with the motor
home in the
the motor home
Owner's Information Package and
Chassis Operator's/
Owner's Guide/Manual. This infOlmation out-
lines important areas
of
operation and maintenance for you to follow for safe, trouble-free service from your motor home. Study these materials
carefully. A good working knowledge
of
your
motor home and how to care for it will help you
enjoy many miles and years
of
recreational living.
01-1
Introduction
If
you have any questions regarding operation,
maintenance, or service, please contact your
dealer immediately so
dealer's Service or Sales Depmtment will handle
any normal problems which might occur.
Some equipment and features described
shown in this manual may be optional or not
available on some models.
Because
improvement conducted by Fleetwood, it is
sible that recent product changes may not be
included in this manual. Specifications may
change without notice.
illustrations and photography included in this
Owner's Manual were as accurate
the time
function and
depiction
or exterior decor or design options as installed
on or
The instructions included in this manual are
intended as a guide, and in no respect extend the
responsibilities
parent company or affiliates beyond the standard
written warranty as presented in this manual.
Fleetwood has designed its recreational vehicles
to provide a vm'iety
Each vehicle features optimal seating, sleeping,
storage and fluid capacities. The user is
sible for selecting the proper combination
loads to ensure that the recreational vehicle's
capacities are not exceeded.
of
the continuous program
of
publication, and are representative
mayor
of
actual equipment, fabrics, interior
in
your recreational vehicle.
of
INSPECT AND MAINTAIN
Follow a consistent schedule
maintenance for your motor home. Your
uing safety and comfort depend on it. This manual includes a section outlining maintenance
If
intervals.
lines, you will minimize the possibility
ure
of
motor home.
you follow the maintenance guide-
any important system or part
he
can assist you. Your
or
of
product
pos-
Product information,
as
possible at
of
may not be specific in their
the manufacturing subsidiary,
of
uses for its customers.
respon-
of
of
inspection and
contin-
of
fail-
of
your
PLANNING AND PREPARATION
Each year millions
trips using some type
Proper planning
urable experience. A thorough knowledge
your RV is important
most out
built into your motor home.
it
as you are with your personal car or truck.
you have trouble or have questions, please consult your dealer.
of
the convenience and safety items
of
Americans embark on
of
recreational vehicle.
of
your trip will ensure a pleas-
if
you are going to get the
Be
as familiar with
of
If
OWNER'S INFORMATION
PACKAGE
This package contains valuable documents about
your motor home and its equipment and systems.
Owner's Manual and the Chassis
This
Operator's Manual are in the package. Since this
manual does not cover
equipment and options installed on
motor home, there
material in the package that will help you safely
operate, maintain and troubleshoot those items.
Be
sure
you
read all this information
understallli the safety
illcluded in
follow all maintenance instructions to insure full
wm'l'aIlty
your motor home, be sure the new owner receives
all the material in this package.
.II
If
your Owner's Information Package does not contain these items, even
home ''used,'' please call or write Fleetwood and
request
the package. Additionally, you must
coverage.
NOTE I
the
desired or missing information.
Fleetwood
evelY
possible detail
m'e
booklets aIld instructional
and
operating instructiollS
If
you decide to sell
if
you purchased your motor
Owner Relations
P.O.
Box
1007
Decatur, IN 46733
1-800-322-8216
or
in your
and
or
of
trade
01-2
Introduction
CHASSIS AND VEHICLE
IDENTIFICATION
Several numbers are used
and components used
The
Y.I.N. or Vehicle Identification Number is
assigned by the chassis manufacturer and is the
number used for vehicle registration. The Y.I.N.
is found on the Federal Celtification Tag attached
in the driver's compattment. Refer to this information when ordering parts from the chassis
manufacturer or chassis dealer service center.
The F.I.N.or
located on the tag
door or
Fleetwood Identification Number is
just
on
the outside left front side
home. Use this number when ordering
through your Fleetwood dealer.
(Example)
FEDERAL
MFDSY:
DATE
MFD:
INC
VEH
MFD
DATE
G_
FRONTOA.WR:
INTERMEDIATE
GAWR:
REARGAWR:
OAWRCOMBINEO
AND
THIS
PRIOR
CONFORMS
STANDARDS,
V.LN,
TYPE
The llres and
equIpped with
must
PRODUCT:
FlN:
GROSSVEffiClEViElGHTRATING(GWIRj
FACTORYIVElGHTON
OCCUPANT
FULLfRESHWATERTANK:
G!lOSS
IJAXGROSSTO\\"£OWElGHT
MAX.
AMkOOofW'il:u~als
BY:
OF
VEH
MFD:
REAR:
VEHlCLE
VEHlCLE:
n'lNttha
TOOGUE
THE
COIdBI~'ED
Modlficatl~ns
INTERMEDIATE
HAS
BEEN
MANUFACTURERS'
TO
ALL APPlCABLE FEDERAL
IN
EFFECT
MULTI·PURPOSE
wlleels
with sizes
this
vehIcle
sama
sp«lflcatJons
FLEE1WOOD
AND
CARGO
CARRYiNG
COIJ8JlED
I-\'EIGHT
WElGHT
!.!OlORHOIlE
OCCUPANT
WElGHT
~ty~equlp~
vreIght
CAUTION:
to ItJs WlIcl.l
__________
OF
TlRESAT:
TIRES
TIRES
COMPLETEO
IVD
IN
by
YEAR:
RATING
OCCWANTS
"'"
kgor
of
a
LOAD
hie
to
identify the vehicle
on
the vehicle.
outside the main entry
of
the motor
patts
CERTIFICATION TAG
KG,
KG,
wm"
,
KG,
WITH,
AT:
,
KG,
WITH'
AT:
,
KG'
WHERE
PASSENGER
and
ratings deSignated
F[attwood. Any replso;ernenl IIrea Installed
and
minimum
ENTERI'RISfS,
CAPACITY
~
@
Ib'gol
(GC'MI)
AN.DCARGO
A~'O
kg
or
uatmg~city:
CAUTION:
lbsofCM\}O@lk!O-'L(
t~
lraiIM
counts
CARRYlI/O
CAPACITY
r~eOO
lila
~~
,.,
CB,
KPA
PSI)
,.,
KPACOLO
PSI)
,.,
KPA
PSI)
,.,
IN
ACCOROANCEWITH
APPUCABLE.
MOTOR
VEHICLE
load ,equlremenls.
INC.
CARRYING
CARGO
SHotJ1.0
Ibs
as
carBO
REDUCED
orlgIMlload
THIS
VEHICLe
MODEL:
p.lcrrd>
CAPACITY
lbfgaf)aIldtMtongw
canyIng
COLD
COLD
abow
NEVER
J~
SINGLE
DUAL
THE
VEHiCLE
SAFETY
have
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SUSPENSION ALIGNMENT
AND
The front suspension and steering system
vehicle was accurately aligned
before delivery to the dealership. However, after
you have fully loaded the vehicle according to
your personal needs, have the alignment
checked and adjusted,
vent uneven tire wear, check the front-end align-
ment periodically.
Please note that front-end alignment after
retail delivery
is
TIRE
BALANCE
if
necessaty. To help pre-
is the owner's responsibility alld
not
covered under the warranty.
(Example)
FLEETWOOD.
MOTOR
OF
PLAN
,----
F.I.N.
MFD.ID.
DATE
NO.
OF
Located on the left
door or on exterior left front side
the motor home.
~
F.I.N.
(Fleetwood
APPROVAL
MFR.
NO.
MO:
at
the factory
HOMES
of
the main
Identification
MODEL
YR:
ently
of
No.)
INC.
of
this
Located
in
the driver's compartment.
01-3
Introduction
Excessive or abnormal tire wear may indicate
worn or misaligned suspension or steering com-
ponents, unbalanced or improperly inflated
tire( s) or some other tire/suspension problem.
by
Alignment can be affected
ing/suspension parts or road hazards such as hit-
ting a curb, pothole, railroad track, etc.
Improper alignment can cause tires to roll at an
angle and wear unevenly.
vehicle to "pull" to the right
Out-of-balance tires will not roll smoothly and
will cause annoying vibrations and uneven tread
wear such as cupping
uneven tire tread wear
comfort decreases, the tires may need to be balanced.
See the Chassis Operator's/Owner's Guide!
Manual
for more information.
or
or
worn steer-
It
may also cause the
or
left.
flat spots.
if the vehicle ride
If
you see
AFTER-MARKET STEERING AID
DEVICES
Fleetwood does not sanction or condone the
installation
approved
add-on device
manufacturer's warranty on the item
affected.
of
any steering aid device that is not
by
our chassis manufacturer's. Any
of
this type may void the chassis
or
items
WARNINGS, TERMS AND
CONCEPTS FOR SAFE
OPERATION OF YOUR MOTOR
HOME
Vehicle Crash
Like any other vehicle you may drive, your
motor home can be involved in a vehicle
crash, including a rollover. The motor home
be
will
injured or killed. Drive defensively at all
times.
been drinking alcoholic beverages, are under
the influence
damaged and you and others can be
DO
NOT drive
of
any controlled substance, or
if
you are tired, have
are taking any medication or dtugs that may
impair your sight, hearing, judgment or coordination. Pull off the road and park in a safe
area until you can drive safely.
Vehicle Handling
Your motor home is longer, wider and
higher than a typical car or
be accustomed to driving. Keep this in
mind as you become familiar with driving
your motor home. New motor home owners should take special care to learn the
driving and handling characteristics
in
vehicle
The distribution
motor home is designed so it will handle
safely while being driven.
safe and familiar surroundings.
of
the weight
!luck you may
of
of
your
• When loading the motor home, balance
and
the load front-to-rear
Load
and
•
secure heavier items lower in
side-to-side.
the storage areas than lighter items.
If
you fail to properly load your belongings and
supplies, you will defeat the load distribution
of
design
handling problems and a vehicle crash.
Vehicle Response
the motor home, possibly leading to
When you, the driver, accelerate, brake or
it
steer the motor home,
inputs.
while driving, the way you respond to the
emergency and the way the motor home
responds becomes more critical.
load, alter or maintain your motor home
improperly,
when you first received
condition.
maintenance
If
you are faced with an emergency
it
will not respond as
Improper loading, alteration,
and
improper driver
responds to these
If
you
it
did
it
in
an unloaded
responses to emergency conditions can
to
lead
handling problems alld vehicle
crashes.
Vehicle Towing
Your motor home can
hitch designed to allow you to tow vehicles
be
equipped with a
your
01-4
Introduction
or other loads behind your motor home.
The maximum amount
motor home can pull
by the manufacturer
of
weight your
or
stop is determined
of
the chassis on
which your motor home is built. Check the
Chassis Operator's/Owner's Guide!
Manual
provided by the motor home chas-
sis manufacturer for the limits on the
weight you can
.1'1
In
most cases the GCWR
ished motor home are the same.
to
reduced. Please refer
posted in your motor home for the rated GCWR.
NOTE 1
the equipped hitch receiver, the GCWR may be
If
the Chassis Operator's/Owner's Guide/
Manual
equipped with your motor home
tow.
of
the chassis and the fin·
In
some cases, due
to
the Federal Certification
does not provide specific information on
towing weight limits,
it
is strongly recommended that the towed vehicle or trailer be
equipped with a properly installed and
ating supplemental brake control system
that operates in combination with the brakes
on your motor home.
o You may be able to increase the weight
any towed load by properly installing on the
towed load a supplemental brake control
system that operates with your motor
home's braking system. Even with
tional brakes, you cannot tow more than the
GTW or GCWR for the chassis under your
motor home. Again, check the
Chassis
Operator's/Owner's Guide!Manual.
o
You
CANNOT increase the towed weight
limit by changing the size
o Propedy load what you tow to avoid a
of
your hitch.
vehicle crash.
o Do
not
attempt to tow something that is
too heavy for your chassis.
o
When
look for
cerning
driving
and
obey highway signs con-
grades
in
mountainous
and
curves. Your
areas,
<hiving
experience when pulling and stopping a
addi-
Tag
oper-
of
towed unit on mountain roads will
different from what you experience on
level ground.
• State laws in the United States and provinciallaws in Canada vary concerning towing
equipment requirements and limits. Check
the laws in the areas where you anticipate
traveling.
Alterations
to
Your Motor Home
Many motor home owners like to add a
personal touch to their motor home. But
there is a difference between changing how
your motor home looks versus how it
handles or responds to driver inputs.
expect to make any type
of
alteration to
your motor home, consult a professional
who understands the correct way to do the
alteration and how the alteration will
change
or
affect the stability, handling,
vehicle response, and overall performance
and safety
of
your motor home.
An
improper alteration that affects vehicle
handling or response call cause a vehicle
and
allY
crash,
improper alteration to the
electrical or Propane systems call cause a
and
fire
can endanger
and its occupants.
your
motor home
Fleetwood, your chassis
and other manufacturers stand behind the
motor home
by
someone else.
as
delivered -
NOT
as
Warning Devices
Your motor home is equipped with warning
devices. Check them before a trip for
proper operation. A disabled warning
device cannot warn you or vehicle
pants
of
a life-threatening danger. Keep
occu-
them working and respond to them quickly.
Examples
o Carbon Monoxide Detector!Alarm
o Propane Detector! Alarm
o Smoke Detector! Alarm
o Seat Belt Warnings
o Hazard Flashers
of
These Devices Include:
be
very
If
you
altered
01-5
Introduction
• Brake Warning
• Engine Warning
EVENT DATA RECORDING DEVICE
(If Equipped)
SPECIAL NOTICE: Vehicle Event Data
Recording Capabilities.
Motor homes equipped with driver/passenger
airbags, Navigational or Vehicle Avoidance
Systems and/or equipped with celtain other
electronic devices may be equipped with event
data recording capabilities.
Your motor home is built on a vehicle chassis
supplied by an automotive manufacturer. For
diagnostic and safety related reasons, this chassis comes equipped with electronic modules
(devices).
Certain electronic modules have the capability
to record information about the vehicle driver
and passenger such as engine performance,
braking performance, vehicle location, vehicle
speed, and occupant seat belt use, or other data.
, ,
The data stored in the electronic modules may
be retrieved by authorized
ized equipment, for vehicle diagnostic or accident investigation purposes.
Please refer to the chassis manufacturer owner's
guide and/or (if equipped) electronic device
manufacturers owner's guide(s), for further
details on event data recording capabilities.
patties using special-
DRIVERS LICENSE
REQUIREMENTS:
Some states require either an endorsement or a
different class
tow a recreational vehicle. License classes are
often based on the size
to drive or the weight
tow.
Please refer to your home states vehicle
drivers license authority to determine
such a requirement.
of
drivers license to operate
of
the vehicle you wish
of
the trailer you wish to
if
there is
or
01-6
LIMITED
ONE-YEAR
For Motor Homes Manufactured
Enterprises, Inc.,
Sold in the United States and Canada
WARRANTY
by
Subsidiaries of Fleetwood
COVERAGE PROVIDED
Your new motor home, including the structure,
plumbing, heating and electrical systems, all
appliances and equipment installed
ufacturer, is warranted under normal use to
free from manufacturing defects
workmanship.
The warranty covers the first retail purchaser
and all transferees during the warranty period.
The warranty begins
retail delivery or the date the motor home is first
placed into service as a rental, commercial or
demonstrator unit (whichever occurs first)
Date"and
1.
2.
WHAT
extends for the following periods:
For non-structural defects, one (1) year
from the Start Date or until the motor home
reaches
by
whichever occurs first.
For structural defects, three (3) years from
the Stalt Date or until the motor home
reaches
by the mileage shown on the odometer,
whichever occurs first. StlUctural defects
are defined only as the motor home's roof
structure, sub-floor stlUcture, and
Vacubond® walls.
15,000 total miles as determined
the mileage shown
50,000 total miles as determined
IS
NOT COVERED BY
on
the date
on
by
the man-
in
material
of
original
"Start
the odometer,
be
or
THIS WARRANTY
This warranty does not cover:
1.
The automotive chassis system (including
the chassis and drive train), tires and batter-
ies, all
rate warranties
turers
2.
Defects caused
a.
b.
of
which are covered
of
the respective manufac-
of
these components.
by
or related to:
Abuse, misuse, negligence or accident;
Failure to comply with instructions con-
tained in the Owner's In/ormation
by
the sepa-
Package;
c. Alteration
home;
d.
Environmental conditions (salt, hail,
chemicals
3.
Normal deterioration due to wear or exposure, such as sealants, fading
surfaces, fabrics, drapes, and carpet wear,
etc.
4. Motor homes on which the odometer reading has been altered.
5.
Normal maintenance and service items,
such as light bulbs, fuses, sealants, lubricants, etc.
6.
Appearance imperfections, or damage to
paint, graphics, exterior materials, or
upholstery that may have occurred prior to
delivery and are normally corrected during
the delivery inspection process at the manufacturing plant
7. Transportation to and from dealer location.
S.
FLEETWOOD SHALL NOT
FOR
ANY (1) INCIDENTAL
QUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING
BUT
NOT LIMITED TO ANY CLAIMS
FOR
PROPERTY DAMAGE, LOSS OF
USE, LOSS OF
INCOME, LOSS OF TIME,
IENCE, COMMERCIAL
FARES, VEHICLE RENTAL, INCIDEN-
TAL CHARGES
CALLS
OTHER PROPERTY DAMAGE CAUSED
OR
ALLEGED TO
MOLD, MILDEW, FUNGUS, DRY ROT
ANY MICROBIAL MATTER,
OR
LEGAL FEES
Some states do not allow the exclusion
itation of incidental
ages,
so
the
or
modification
in
the atmosphere, etc.)
or
at the dealership.
VALUE, LOSS OF
SUCH AS TELEPHONE
OR
HOTEL BILLS, (2)
BE
CAUSED
OR EXPENSES.
or
consequential dam-
above limitation
of
the motor
of
exterior
BE
LIABLE
OR
CONSE-
INCONVEN-
LOSS, BUS
ANY
BY
OR
or
or
exclusion may
not apply to you.
(3)
lim-
02-1
Warranty
LIMITATIONS
ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING,
BUT
NOT LIMITED
WARRANTIES
FITNESS
AND
PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO
THE
DURATION
WARRANTY.
Some
long
tion
The
undertaking,
made
those
states
an
may
manufacturer
by
expressly
do
implied
not
apply
representation
any
dealer
TO
THE IMPLIED
OF
MERCHANTABILITY
FOR
A PARTICULAR
OF
THIS WRITTEN
not
allow
warranty
is
set
forth
to
or
you.
not
other
restrictions
lasts,
so
responsible
or
warranty
person
in
this
warranty.
on
this
limita·
for
beyond
how
any
YOUR RIGHTS UNDER STATE LAW
This
and
vary
warranty
you
may
from
also
state
gives
have
to
state.
you
specific legal
other
rights
rights,
which
DEALER'S OBLIGATIONS
By
agreement with the manufacturer, the dealer
to
is obligated
retail sale, to perform a detailed predelivery
inspection and to repair or replace any parts
necessalY to correct defects in material or workmanship.
maintain the motor home prior to
OWNER'S OBLIGATIONS
The owner is responsible for normal mainte-
nance as described in the Owner's Information
Package; ;
adjustments to the interior or exterior doors,
cabinet latches,
performed
after delivety. Thereafter, such adjustments are
the responsibility
tenance unless required as a direct result
repair or replacement
WalTanty.
this
If
a problem occurs which the owner believes is
covered
tact the selling dealer,
however, minor adjustments (such as
TV
antenna control, etc.) will
by
the dealer during the first 90 days
of
the owner as normal main-
of
a defective Palt under
by
this warranty, the owner shall con-
or
other authorized
be
of
dealer, giving sufficient information to resolve
the matter.
of
Written notice
selling dealer or manufacturer within thirty
days
of
discovety by owner but no later than ten
(l0)
days after the expiration
period. The owner shall deliver the motor home
to the dealer or an authorized Fleetwood dealer
location for watl'anty service.
Service,"
To
the extent allowed or not prohibited
cable law, the manufacturer requires that the
owner first provide it with direct written
cation
other dissatisfaction experienced with the motor
home so the manufacturer has the opportunity to
cure the problem or dissatisfaction itself. Giving
the manufacturer this direct notice and
nity to cure enables the manufacturer to supplement prior efforts by its authorized dealers so any
ongoing problem
resolved or addressed by the manufacturer. The
manufacturer's written notice should
to:
page 2-3, for additional details.
of
any alleged unrepaired defect, or any
Fleetwood
defects must
or
dissatisfaction can
Owner
P.O.
Box
Decatur,
IN
be
given to the
of
the walTanty
See "Warranty
Relations
1007
46733
by
notifi-
opportu-
be
be
mailed
(30)
appli-
MANUFACTURER'S OBLIGATIONS
Upon receipt
dealer was unable or unwilling to resolve the
problem, a Fleetwood Service Center will repair
or replace any parts
in material
For
motor homes manufactured
subsidiaries
Fleetwood
Fleetwood
Fleetwood
For Customer Service assistance, contact:
of
notice
or
workmanship.
of
Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc.:
Motor
Motor
Motor
Fleetwood
P.O.
DecatU1;
1·800·322·8216
of
a claim, where the
necessmy to correct defects
Homes
Homes
Homes
Owner
Box
of
California,
of
of
Pennsylvania, Inc.
Relations
1007
IN
46733
by
the following
Indiana,
Inc.
Inc.
02-2
Ford
Chassis Assistance:
1·800·444·3311
Workhorse Chassis Assistance:
1·877·294·6773
Spartan
Customer
Freightliner Chassis Assistance:
Motor
1·800·543·4334
1·800·385·4357
Chassis
Assistance:
WARRANTY SERVICE
If
you need warranty service or warranty
information, please see the booklets and other
documents included in your
Information Package.
about the watTanty or what
cover, please contact Fleetwood
Relations.
As
a part
procedure, the dealer is responsible for road
testing the motor home, noting and correcting
any steering problems and setting correct tire
pressures before
Fleetwood
responsible for
of
the predelivery inspection
delivelY.
and
its
subsidiaries will not be
front end alignment after this
predelivery inspection has been performed.
For warranty service, you should return your
motor home to the selling dealer.
possible, you may contact any other authorized
Fleetwood motor home dealer. The service
department at any
back
of
this manual can help you find a dealer
in your
If, for some reason, a problem is not handled to
your satisfaction:
at·ea.
1.
Discuss any warranty· related problems
directly with the manager andlor owner
the dealership, giving them an 0ppOllunity
to help the service department resolve the
matter for you.
2.
If
a problem at'ises that has not been
of
the locations listed at the
Owner's
If
you have any questions
it
does or does not
Owner
If
this is not
of
Warranty
resolved to your satisfaction by your local
dealer, contact Fleetwood
The locations are listed in the back
manual.
3.
We sincerely believe that your dealer and
the
solve any problem which might arise.
their combined efforts are not satisfactOlY,
please send a letter describing the
circumstances
Please include the brand name and serial
number
number is located on the identification tag
on your warranty card.
4.
If
you wish to call for assistance, please
use this toll·free telephone number:
There may be times when your motor home will
need repairs
If
your motor home is repaired by a non·
authorized repair facility (non·Fleetwood
dealer), be sure to save receipts and especially
any parts that are replaced. These
usually have to
you can
Always make a written list
problems
you've had work done that is not on your
maintenance log, let the service advisor know.
If
you have a long list
attention and you need your motor home very
soon, discuss the situation with the service
advisor, listing the items in order
This will help the service department manage its
time and will help get you going
possible.
the warranty, your dealer's service
can help you with getting the
Please contact the one nearest you.
factOlY
Fleetwood
be
or
If
representative will
to:
Fleetwood
of
your motor home. The serial
or
patts while you are on the road.
be
reimbursed for their cost.
the specific work you want done.
required work is not covered under
Owner
P.O.Box
Decatur,
Owner
1·800·322·8216
returned to your dealer before
of
Owner Relations.
of
this
be
able to
If
Relations
1007
IN
46733
Relations
pallS will
of
the motor home
If
service items that need
of
priority.
as
quickly as
depatlment
COlTect
service.
02·3
Warranty
The materials in your Owner's Information
Package Package contain warranty information
and operating instructions on the various
appliances and components in your motor home.
If
you do not have operating instructions for a
particular appliance or component, contact your
dealer. Warranty registration cards for these
items should be filled out and mailed as soon as
possible after you take delivelY
home. When contacting any
manufacturers, always have the model and serial
numbers available. Appliance identification
numbers will
to the appliance.
If
you have a warranty or service concern about
the chassis portion
may go directly to an authorized chassis dealer
for service. This may save you time and effort
as the chassis warranty is administered
chassis manufacturer. Consult your area
directOlY
are unsure
contact your Fleetwood dealer.
The motor home has been thoroughly inspected
before shipment. Your dealer is responsible for
performing a complete predelivelY inspection
the motor home as specified in the Ownercare
delivelY checkout.
be
found
for an authorized claims dealer.
if
the issue is chassis related, please
on
of
your motor home, you
of
your motor
of
the equipment
tags or plates attached
by
the
If
you
of
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
If
you believe that your vehicle has a defect
which could cause a crash, injury,
should immediately inform the National
Highway Traffic
in addition to notifying Fleetwood Owner
Relations at 1-800-322-8216.
If
NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may
open an investigation, and
defect exists
a recall and remedy campaign.
To
contact NHTSA, you may either call the
Vehicle
1-888-327-4236, (TTY: 1-800-429-9153);
or go to http://www.safercar.gov
Safety Hotline toll-free at
Safety Administration (NHTSA)
if
in
a group
of
vehicles, it may order
Administrator
National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration
1200 New Jersey Avenue,
Washington, DC 20590
You
can also obtain other information about
motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.
or
death, you
it
finds that a safety
or
write
to:
SE
Please refer to the wananty in the front
manual.
as well as the rights and obligations
and manufacturer.
carefully.
have a warranty-related problem, and your dealer
will be better able to get you on the road again.
02-4
It
explains your rights and obligations,
Please read this section
You
will
be
better informed
of
of
the dealer
in
case you
this
Please pay close attention to these statements
while you read this
Owner's Manual.
IMPORTANT
NOTICES
In this manual, statements preceded
of
lowing words are
A.
indicates an imminently hazardous situation
if
that,
ous injury.
not avoided, will result
A.
indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
A.
indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
special significance:
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
by
the fol-
in
death or seri-
if
injUlY.
if
CAUTION
indicates a potentially hazardous situation
if
which,
the component or vehicle .
.II
indicates points
efficient and convenient operation.
not avoided, may result in damage to
NOTE
of
particular interest for more
03·1
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EXPEDITION
INFORMATION
LAMPS AND BULBS
Interior - 12-volt
Ceiling double incandescent ...... GE 1141, 12-volt
Ceiling Fluorescent.. ......................... T8l5, 12 volt
Ceiling single incandescent. ....... GE 1141, l2-volt
Floor Light. ..................................... GE 53, 12 volt
Range Hood Light... .... GE WB36XlO176, l2-volt
Reading Lamp ............................ GE 1383, 12 volt
Table Lamp ................................. GE
Vanity light .......................................
Wall Lamp .................................. GE 1141, 12 volt
Exterior
Back-up lights .......................... GE 23306, l2-volt
Driver/passenger spotlights ............ MRI6, 12-volt
Fog Lamps ............................ GE H3
Front clearance lights ...................... GE 67, l2-volt
Front side marker ...................... GE 194A, 12-volt
Front turn signal lights ........................... .3157 NA
Halogen Light.. ............................ G4
Headlamp -high beam ................ GE
Headlamp -low beam .........................
License plate light .......................... GE 53, 12-volt
Luggage Compartment... ............ GE 1141, l2-volt
Mid
Side Marker ........................ GE 1157,
Parking light... ........................... .3157
Porch lights ................................... GE 923, l2-volt
Rear clearance lights ................... GE 194, 12-volt
Rear Thrn Lights ........................ GE 1156, l2-volt
Rear Engine Compartment ........... GE 194,
Rear
Side Marker. ......................... GE 194,
Stop/taillights ............................. GE 1157, 12-volt
Utility Compartment ..................... GE 194,
1076,
12
9019, l2-volt
55W,
12-volt
lOW,
12-volt
9005, 12-volt
Hll,
l2-volt
12
NA,
12-volt
12
12
12
volt
volt
volt
volt
volt
CAUTIONj
Before relamping, disconnect power source by
ing fuse
OFF position.
Halogen bulbs operate at extremely high temperatures
and pressures and will shatter if not handled correctly.
Always use a soft dry cloth
dling halogen bulbs.
Do not touch glass area with bare hands. If bulb is
touched with bare hands, wipe the bulb clean with rubbing alcohol.
Do not use near flammable
andlor objects which may be sensitive to fading or drying.
Use bulbs designed
style, wattage and voltage.
or
placing circuit breaker and control
or
cotton gloves when han-
or
combustible materials
or
specific by manufacturer as to
MOTOR HOME FUSES AND
CIRCUIT BREAKERS
The
120-volt circuit breakers
are
pose
located
of
on
three separate panels.
these tln·ee panels is
circuit breakers and fuses
flow
if
a circuit is overloaded.
1.
120-volt House
cal
panel
is located
Electrical-
panel is velY similar to a residential
with resettable breakers.
2.
Fleetwood Automotive 12-volt System -
This panel is located
under
the hood. This electrical center contains battelY disconnect systems, entry step,
fog light, and some other automotive
3.
12-volt Chassis Fuses - This electrical
panel
is located
under
area.
to
to
intenupt
under
on
the
the
and
12-volt fuses
provide electrical
This
the
bed.
driver's side
driver's side
sWitch
The
pur-
current
electri-
This
panel
circuitry.
r~moy
In
dash
WARNING
Do not install 12-volt fuses
amperage ratings greater than that specified on the
device
or
label. Doing so constitutes a fire hazard.
or
120-volt breakers with
04-1
Expedition
Information
DRIVER'S CONTROLS
Driver's Armrest
1.
Utility Light Switch
2.
Auxiliary Start Switch
3.
2-Speed Fan Switch 7. Transmission Shifter Controls
4.
Blank - Spare
5.
ICC Switch
6.
Exhaust Brake Control
1.
Keyless Entry Switch - Optional
2.
Dash Fan Switch
Passenger's Armrest
04-2
DRIVER'S CONTROLS
Expedition
Information
4
3
2
1
13
1.
Mirror
2.
Mirror
3.
Wiper
4.
Wiper
5.
Headlight SwitchJDashlight
6.
Instrument
7.
Ignition
8.
Climate Controls
Fan
Speed Control Knob - Turns
and
adjusts speed.
AlC Button is
on,
cooled air
Fan
lets.
Air
Flow Control Knob - Selects outlets for
delivered
5
17
Heat Control Switch
Remote Control
Switch
Switch
hldicator
Cluster
Switch
When
button
is
delivered through selected out-
Speed Control Knob must
air.
9
Light
Dimmer
is
pressed
fan
be
Switch
on
and
in
and
on.
off
light
6
11
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I I
000000
7
Recirc
light
system.
vehicle
8
Button
is
on,
is
When
- When button
interior air
button
is
is
out,
drawn through the system.
is
pressed
in
and
recirculated through the
air
from
outside the
Temperature Control Knob - Rotate the knob to
the right for warmer
air,
and
to
the left for cooler
air.
9.
Climate
10. Radio
radio between the chassis battery
Control
Mode
Registers
Switch - Switches power to the
and
the
coach
battery.
11. Radio
12. Power
13.
Information
Utility
14.
Manual
AMlFM
Sun Visor,
Pocket - Spartan Chassis
Air
Cassette
with
Single CD
Left I Right
Panel - FreightIiner Chassis
Dump
Switch
Air
is
delivered from the adjustable dash
mounted outlets. Air will
heated depending
Button
Air
mounted outlets
and
Temperature Control Knob.
is
delivered from the adjustable dash
and
be
either cooled or
on
position of AlC
floor outlets.
Air is delivered from the floor outlets.
Air
is
delivered
to
the windshield from the
top dash outlets.
15.
Blank
- Spare
16. Generator Start/Stop Switch
17.
Park
Brake
18. Back-Up
Pull
Monitor
04-3
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ON
THE
ROAD
State laws in the United States
and
provincial
laws in Canada vary concerning operator
licensing requirements
sional restrictions. Check the laws in the
and
vehicle dimen-
area
where you anticipate traveling.
MOTOR HOME LOADING
Responsibility
As the operator
sible for its proper and safe loading. This section
intended
concerning the loading of your motor
Your motor home chassis is designed to carry a
specifically rated maximum weight. This weight
includes everything: the weight
motor home itself, all occupants and their
belongings, fuel, fresh water, waste water and
anything else that may be
motor home.
be exceeded.
change how your motor home handles and
responds, possibly leading
to
provide you with helpful information
The specified weights
If
for
Proper Loading
of
this motor home, you are respon-
home.
of
the empty
in
or attached
you do exceed them, you will
to
a vehicle crash.
must
to
never
is
the
Some Definitions First
Before discussing loading and weighing, we need
to explain some common weight terms.
use abbreviations and you should refer back to
these terms
abbreviation means.
if
you do not understand what the
Designated Seating Capacity
(Canadian units only)
the number
nated equals the seating capacity.
of
sleeping positions desig-
Factory Weight"
is
the
UVW
the factory to the dealer.
GAWR
(Gross Axle Weight Rating)"
is the maximum permissible loaded weight
a specific axle is designed to carry.
at the time
of
shipment from
We
will
manufacturer as the maximum allowable
of
loaded weight
towed trailer or towed vehicle. Towing and
braking capacities may
Fleetwood and the chassis manufacturer's
manuals for complete information.
this motor home with its
be
different. Refer to
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)"
is the maximum permissible weight
fully loaded motor home. The
equal to or greater than the
Unloaded Vehicle Weight plus the
Occupant and Cargo Carrying Capacity.
GVWR
sum
of
of
the
this
is
LCCR (Load Carrying Capacity
Reduction)"
is the amount the OCCC is reduced due to
vehicle weight added by the dealer between
vehicle certification and first retail sale.
MGTW (Maximum Gross Towed Weight)'
is the maximum loaded weight
towed vehicle this motor home, with
equipped hitch, has been designated to
Maximum Gross Towed Weight cannot
increased by changing the trailer hitch.
of
a trailer or
tow.
be
MTW (Maximum Tongue Weight)'
is the maximum permissible downward
force exelied on the hitch ball
vehicle coupler.
by
the towed
OCCC (Occupant and Cargo Carrying
Capacity)"
is the available weight capacity for occu-
pants and cargo however dealer options
may reduce this by the LCCR.
UVW (Unloaded Vehicle Weight)"
is the weight
capacity
tion
of
accessories that are ordinarily removed
from the vehicle when they are not
UVW
cargo such as water in the various holding
tanks.
does not include occupants and
of
a vehicle with maximum
of
all fluids necessary for opera-
the vehicle,
but
without cargo,
in
or
use.
GCWR
(Gross Combined Weight Rating)"
is
the value specified
by
the motor home
*These ratings
are
shown
on
the label which
includes the Federal Certification Tag.
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On
The
Road
A WARNING
The heaviest loaded motor home with
goods, water, driver and towed vehicle must not
exceed any of the following:
1.
The gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR).
2.
The gross combination weight rating (GCWR).
3.
The fronVrear gross axle weight ratings (GAWRs).
4.
The individual tire
Towing a Vehicle
("Towed
v"1
Some states and provinces require brakes and safety
chains when towing vehicles. Consult the proper
authorities in the states
you will be traveling.
When you use your motor home to tow, remember that you must stop the towed load with your
motor home's brakes. This is critical on hills and
in the mountains where you may encounter sharp
curves and possibly irregular road sutfaces.
Check your motor home
Load
NOTE I
and
wheel ratings.
or
Trailer
or
Towed Unit")
or
provinces through which
Chassis Operator's/
Owner's Guide/Manual for the maximum
weight your motor home can pull and stop on
both level and steep roads.
all
passengers,
You
must not exceed the tire capacities
if
weight factors listed below
something behind your motor home, either with
or without a dolly. The factors are:
you expect to tow
or
the
• GCWR - Gross Combined Weight Rating
•
MGTW -Maximum
•
MTW -Maximum
• GAWR - Gross
The ratings for the above factors are all
listed on the Federal Certification Tag
posted inside the motor home.
Gross Towed Weight
Tongue Weight
Axle
Weight Rating
• Tire Capacity
The tire capacity is dependent upon the
inflation pressure set at the load applied.
Suggested Owners Manual
addendum
for
weight distribution
hitches.
A major weight distributing hitch manufacturer
in
provides the following information
installation and operation instructions:
"
...
Severe bumps and badly undulating road can
damage your towing vehicle, hitch, and trailer,
and should
speed."
be
negotiated at a slow steady
their
v"1
In
most cases the GCWR
ished motor home are the same.
to
reduced. Please refer
posted in your motor home for the rated GCWR.
If
the Chassis Operator's/Owner's
NOTE I
of
the chassis and the fin-
In
some cases, due
the equipped hitch receiver, the GCWR
to
the Federal Certification
may
be
Tag
Guide/Manual equipped with your motor home
on
does not provide specific information
weight limits, it is strongly recommended that the
be
towed vehicle or trailer
erly installed and operating supplemental brake
control system that operates
the brakes on your motor home. The supplemental brakes will
the listed GCWR for your motor home.
cannot stop,
05-2
NOT allow you
you
will crash.
equipped with a prop-
in
combination with
to
tow more than
towing
If
you
A weight-distributing hitch that has been properly adjusted for operation on relatively level
road surfaces may, cause the weight distribution
hitch to produce enough force to bend the trailer
"A" frame, hitch head assembly, hitch receiver,
or motor home frame when operated over severe
bumps and badly undulating road surfaces.
Contact your weight distributing hitch manufacturer for fut1her information. Frame damage
of
resulting from this type
of
portions
If
you expect to tow with your motor home, there
are additional guidelines that you must follow:
• Do
your warranty.
not
use a load equalizing hitch
operation may void
if
your
hitch head receiver rating is below 10,000
lbs. capacity.
damage to the motor
It
could cause structural
home
frame compo-
nents.
On
The
Road
•
Do
not
exceed
listed
on
Heavier tongue
vehicle's
a
vehicle
erage
under
•
Do
not
tow
the
GTW
Tag.
Heavier
chassis'
ability
cause a vehicle
home
structure
your
coverage
sis
manufacturer's
trailer
ity
of
hitch
the
• Consult the
GuideiManua4
pl'ovinciallaws for
Maximum
the
Federal
weights
handling and
to
crash,
anything
listed
and
the
Ownercare
on
the
towed
to
pull and
weighing
loads
crash,
or
drive
under
the
wan'Qllty.
will
not
increase
illataI'
home.
Chassis
and
Operator'sIOwner's
U.S.
towing
Tongue
Weight
Certification
can change your
response,
will
restrict
can
your
Warranty.
more
Federal
damage
train,
Certification
can
exceed
stop
the
the
and
load
motor
restrict
Fleetwood
Changing
the
tow
state
and
Canadian
weight
limits
Tag.
cause
tlum
your
or
chas-
capac-
cov-
and
the
and
for guidelines for installing supplemental
braking
home's
•
Towing
weight
system, a brake
mentol
youI'
ing
evaluated during
Installation
formed
the
manufacturer's
Do
not exceed the rated load of the motor home,
the rated load of any axle. Exceeding the GVWR,
GAWR,
cause handling problems, a vehicle crash, damage
your motor home and void your warranties.
systems
brakes.
equipment
distribution
brake
towed
load
capacity
of
of
by
a competent
illStallation
A.
GTW
WARNING
or
GCWR of your motor home can
that
operate
to
consider
system, a sway
controller,
control
system.
in comparison
your motor
this
consultation.
tow
equipment must
installer.
follow
the
instmctions.
with
includes
and a
The
home
tow
equipment
your
control
supple-
weight
to
the
should
be
Make
motor
a
tow-
be
per-
sure
or
as
of
The way your motor home handles and responds
will be affected by the way the towed unit is
loaded.
tions to the GTW, handling and response will
change and your motor home will operate less
safely. Careful load planning and safe experimentation with different loading pattems in
what you are towing can avoid this risk and
make your driving and towing experience safer
and more enjoyable.
Your motor home is equipped with some
equipment required to tow a trailer, automobile
dolly, or other towed load.
The equipment supplied with your motor home
is called the
attached to the motor home frame. The square
tube opening
hitch head assemblies. The "hitch head" is the
component that includes the hitch ball.
Hitch head assemblies are available in both
"Weight-Distributing" (load-equalizing) and
"Weight -Carrying" types. A weight-distributing
hitch uses spring bars attached to the trailer
tongue A-frame assembly to transfer some
the trailer tongue weight to both motor home
axles.
A weight-carrying hitch head assembly does not
use spring bars. All
trailer bears down on the hitch assembly which
loads the motor home rear axle. For this reason,
the maximum load you can tow with a weight
canying hitch head assembly is limited.
In
tributing, your hitch may also have a dinghy
towing rating. This rating will apply should you
tow a motor vehicle with all four wheels down.
If
the tongue weight is too light in rela-
of
"hitch receiver". This component is
"receives" any
of
addition to weight-carrying and weight-dis-
of
a wide variety
the tongue weight
of
of
the
the
of
05-3
On
The
Typical hitch system components are shown in the following illustration.
Road
Hitch Ball
Safety
Receiver
___
=~
Chain
Loop
~
Chain Bracket ReceJver Tube
Typical Hitch System Components
The ratings associated with the particular hitch
receiver supplied with your motor home are
noted on the weight tag and
the hitch receiver.
""i"'"
__
on
a label affixed to
.
Chain
I
SIt
,
tionslbooks about how to tow.
Weight-Carrying Hitch
Head
Weight-Distributing Hitch
Head
A WARNING
Assembly
I
Assembly
It
is important that the devices which attach to
the hitch receiver equipped with your motor
or
home are rated to equal
your towed trailer, automobile dolly,
towed load.
The
weight label
the maximum trailer weight rating and the maximum tongue weight rating.
these ratings not be exceeded.
Consult with your dealer or towing equipment/trailer supplier to determine the correct
of
type
tow equipment you should use for towing and
leveling the load you intend to pull.
If
and studying literature that is available from
vehicle manufacturers, the National Highway
traffic
facturers, trade associations, and publica-
hitch head assembly, hitch ball and other
you intend to tow, take advantage
Safety Administration, equipment manu-
on
your hitch receiver provides
exceed the loads
or
It
is important that
of
of
other
reading
Failure to understand
presented
motor home frame or
ing and
warranty coverage.
in
this section could result
handling characteristics, and will restrict your
and
follow these guidelines
in
damage to the
body,
could cause unstable driv-
Dinghy Towing
When a motorized vehicle is towed behind a
on
motor home with all four tires
the towed vehicle is often referred to as a
"dinghy". Vehicle manufacturers produce tow-
able cars and trucks that are designed to
capable
such as a motor home, with all wheels down.
Caution should be exercised when selecting a
vehicle for dinghy towing.
on the electrical system could occur, the transmission
vehicle may be too heavy to pull, among other
concerns.
of
being towed behind a larger vehicle,
If
of
the vehicle could be damaged, the
the ground,
be
not, battery drain
as
05-4
On
The
Road
Before selecting the vehicle that will be towed,
consult the vehicle manufacturers instructions
to ensure the vehicle is approved by the manufacturer for dinghy (four wheels down) towing.
Any aftermarket products that modify the
dinghy for towing should also be approved by
the vehicle manufacturer.
Make sure that the dinghy weight and attaching
hardware do not exceed the motor home hitch
receiver rating. Make sure that the weight
of
the
motor home and dinghy together; do not exceed
the gross combination weight rating (GCWR)
of
the motor home. Make sure that tow bars and
hitch equipment is rated to handle the weight
of
the vehicle you intend to tow.
In
addition, the dinghy must be equipped with
its own independent auxiliary brake system that
is activated any time the motor home brakes are
applied.
Because
of
State/Province regulations, care
must be exercised when wiring the dinghy for
all lighting requirements.
Check with the DMV
of
your State andlor
States (and Provinces) you will be traveling
through for their requirements.
TOWED VEHICLE WIRING
Your motor home is equipped with an electrical
connector, from here on referred to
as
a hitch
plug, which provides an electrical connection
for your towed vehicle. The hitch plug is
located at the rear
hitch receiver.
of
the motor home near the
It
is a 7 position connector wired
as follows:
TO
POWER
OISTR,BUTION
(BAntRY
BOX
CO~'P'T)
./
STOP
'----LIGHT
MARKER
LIGHTS
~~f?
~WR=N'
GROUND
[-)
TRAR.ER
AS
SHO'.'IN
('
NOTCH
HatH
FROM
P!
PLUG
TOW
0047
RiGKT
TRAILER
BRAKE
UG
SIDE
(+J
POWER
TURfl
Please note this connector does not provide separate positions for the two turn signals and
brake lights. This is necessaty for the towed
vehicles that do not have separate amber turn
signals in addition to the red brake lights.
05-5
On
The
Occupant
Capacity
.1'1
The
Occupant
(OCCC)
motor
motor
Dealer
same tags in writing
from the
the time
added
awnings,
also reduce the
Road
and
and
Load
NOTE 1
and
printed
home is
home
added
printed
of
after
roof
on the two tags inside the
per
and
includes
weight, LCCR, is listed on the
OCCC
first sale.
first sale such
pods, etc., then these items must
OCCC.
Cargo Carrying
Distribution
Cargo Carrying Capacity
the Factory Weight
al/
factory options.
and
must
be subtracted
to
attain the OCCC
If
any
other
equipment
as
leveling jacks,
of
the
at
is
The occupants and cargo weight you can place
your motor home is the motor home's GVWR
minus its current
maximum capacity minus the current weight
UVW
or in other words its
of
your motor home including fluids such as fuel
and propane. When the motor home is being
designed, the number and size
of
storage compartments, the liquid tank capacities and number
of
belted seating positions are determined for
If
value and convenience.
you fill all liquid tanks
to capacity, fill all storage compartments and
cupboards to maximum volume and fill all available seating positions with passengers, the motor
home could
Be
aware
be
overloaded. (See Loading Tips).
of
the weight
of
the items you store,
where you store the items in your motor home,
and weigh your motor home after it is fully
loaded.
In
addition to knowing the overall weight that
be
can
safely loaded in
or
attached to the motor
home, you must know how to distribute the
weight so that correct amounts
of
weight are dis-
tributed between the axles or front-to-rear and
It
also between the wheels or side-to-side.
important to place heavier items
in
floor storage or low
the motor home.
in
under-the-
is also
If
you
make the motor home top heavy or much too
be
heavy on one side, the motor home can
turned and crash in a curve, turn or
in
gency steering maneuver. When the load
over-
an emer-
is
properly distributed, your motor home will handle
and respond safely, and you as the driver can be
be
more confident and will
more comfortable.
in
If
your motor home is improperly loaded,
be
unsafe to drive, uncomfortable to drive, or
both. Axle load is important and it
is
it
recom-
may
mended that you should load your motor home
at
so that the front axle is loaded to
least 80%
the front GAWR.
How
Motor
to Weigh
Home
Your
Loaded
Refer to your local telephone directory to find a
public weigh station. The following procedures
will help you determine whether your loaded
motor home (complete with cargo, fluids, passengers, and driver) is within GAWR, GVWR, and
GCWR limits. When you arrive at a weigh station, the attendant will guide you through the correct positioning
Your RV must
the motor home
be
weighed fully loaded, that is,
on
the scales.
of
with passengers, food, clothing, fuel, water,
Propane, supplies, etc. Any towed vehicle
(car/pickup, boat or trailer) or item loaded
brackets on the back
motorcycles, should also
of
the
RV,
such as bikes or
be
included in the
on
weighing.
The following steps are suggested and are illus-
trated on the following pages:
1.
Pull onto the scale so that only the front
axle is on the platform (with the
end
of
the
scale midway between the front and rear
axles), and record the scaled weight.
is
on
2. Pull forward until the full unit
the
scale, and record the scaled weight.
3.
Pull forward so that only the rear axle is
the scale (again with the edge
of
the scale
on
midway between the front and rear axles),
and record the scaled weight.
If
the
RV
has a rear tag axle, pull forward
so that only the tag axle remains on the
scale, and record the scaled weight.
To
determine individual wheel position weights,
it
is necessary to repeat the first three steps, but
of
this time, use only one side
on
shown
the following pages.
the scale, as
of
05-6
To
calculate the opposite side
of
the vehicle
wheel position weight, subtract this side's
weights from the weights recorded in steps
and 3.
4 to obtain the
If
there is a towed vehicle, proceed
If
a boat, trailer
4.
towed,
"towed vehicle only" weight.
or
other vehicle is being
it
should
be
weighed and combined
with the towing vehicle's GVW (Gross
Vehicle Weight) to ensure the total weight
does not exceed the GCWR (Gross
Combined Weight Rating).
.II
Even though the weight
the axle's rating,
This causes one wheel position
therefore, side-to-side weighing
NOTE I
of
the total axle
it
may
be overloaded on one side.
may
to
be overloaded,
is required.
I, 2
to
step
be within
On
Your
RV
must remain as level as possible on the
scale (even though
on the scale).
Obviously, to obtain the side-to-side
The
an
axle or side is not physically
Road
weights, there must be enough space on either side
of
the scale to accommodate the
tially off the scale.
You
may desire to use wheel
RV
being par-
ramps to get the required side-to-side leveling.
If
there is a difference in the weights
side
of
the vehicle as compared to weights
on
one
on
the other side, components (tires, wheels,
on
brakes, springs, etc.)
be
overloaded, even though the total axle load is
within the GAWR.
the heavier side could
It
is important to redistribute
the load to avoid component failure, as well as
of
to improve the handling characteristics
the
vehicle. With these actual weights, it is now
possible to compare them against the GAWR,
GVWR, and tire capacities. These actual
weights are also what should be used to help
determine the proper air pressure for the tires.
Scale Weight
From
Fed.
Cert.
Scale Weight
From Fed. Cert.
WEIGHING YOUR MOTOR HOME
To Obtain Individual Axle and Gross Weights:
STEP 1
II
=_,---=~
(Step 1 =
Tag
STEP 3
=_=--=;:-:;-Ibs.
(Step 3 =
Tag
=c:=
GAWR
~c-=
GAWR
__
GAW)
__
GAW)
Ibs.
Ibs.
lbs.
Scale Weight
From Fed. Cert.
Scale Weight
From Fed. Cert.
STEP 2
(Step 2 = GVW)
Tag
~~
__
GVWR
STEP 4
=_~
(Step 4)
Tag
__
Vehicle Weight
(GCWR-GYW)
Ibs.
Ibs.
Ibs.
Ibs.
05-7
On
The
Road
STEP
To
IS
WEIGHING YOUR MOTOR HOME
Obtain
Individual
Wheel Positions Weights:
STEP3S
1
:
1
One Side One Side
Scale Weight Ibs. Scale Weight
Calculate
Side Weight (Step 1
Tire Load (Ibs.)
Inflation
Dangers
Do not overload your
problems with tires, wheels, and springs, there
can
be
ure, wheel bearing failure, etc. Moreover, an
overloaded
dle, and can lead to driver fatigue.
ponent should fail, it could result in vehicle
damage and/or loss
tion to the above dangers, there are some states
that require certain motor homes and RVs to utilize the Highway
for overloaded axle weights. Citations can be
issued to violators.
Since you may load your motor home differ-
ently for different trips, loading and weight pat-
terns will change.
motor home and log the weights in this chapter.
Refer to your log
future trips.
of
problems
RV
Other
'NOTE:
proper inflation pressures recommended for single
each axle
Refer
Overloading
RV.
of
brake failure, drivetrain fail-
uses more fuel, is harder to han-
of
vehicle control. In addi-
Patrol's weight scales to check
Periodically reweigh your
as
you prepare to load for
31
(Step 1S) (Slep 3S)
Ibs. Calculate Other
-1S)
(See Note') (See Note')
(See Note') (See Note')
to
the tire load charts published
set
to the tire with fhe higher
In
addition to possible
If
Ibs.
psi.
any com-
SideWeighl (Slep 3 - 3S)
Tire Load (Ibs.)
Inflation psi.
by
the tire manufacturer to determine the
and
dual axles equipped. Always inflate
of
the side·to·side loads.
Loading Tips
• Do
• Make a loading diagram
loaded motor
properly loaded motor home. The loading
diagram,
motor
where specific items are stored,
help speed the loading process.
• Secure
move during travel. Generally, load heav-
ier items
• Fresh water
eight pounds pel' gallon. Carry only as
much
balance the load,
empty the holding tanks before traveling.
• Store emergency items in a readily accessible location.
fire extinguisher, tools, first
gem; flashlight, highway warning devices,
an
gloves.
1
:
1
not
load heavy items
home,
your
loading log
home
water as needed
electric cord with light,
weight will help
and
brace items so they won't
lower.
and
waste water weigh over
and
As a minimum
on
and
for
whenever practical,
JI
Ibs.
Ibs.
Ibs.
the bumpers.
of
your
properly
then weigh the
and
the loaded
you
locate
and
will
travel use 01' to
include a
aid
kit, rain
and
sturdy
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