Winnebago Journey (2004) Owner's Manual

TO THE OWNER

Congratulations! We welcome you to the exciting world of motor home travel and camping. You will
find it convenient and enjoyable to have all the comforts of home and still enjoy the great outdoors wher­ever you choose to go.

Your Journey motor home has been carefully designed, engineered and manufactured to provide de­pendability as well as safety. Before sliding into the driver’s seat, take a few minutes to become familiar
with operations and features. This manual was prepared to aid you in the proper care and operation of the
vehicle and equipment. We urge you to read it completely. In addition, spend some time with the dealer
when you take delivery, you will want to learn all you can about your new motor home.

Your new motor home is covered by a factory warranty against defects in material and workmanship.
This warranty should be validated at once and returned to the factory by your dealer.

About Safety Messages Used in This Manual

Throughout this manual, certain items are labeled Note, Caution, Warning or Danger. These terms alert
you to precautions that may involved damage to your vehicle or a risk to your personal safety. Read and
follow them carefully.

This SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL is used to draw your attention to issues which could involved
potential personal injury. This symbol is used throughout this manual and/or on labels affixed
on or near various equipment in this motor home.

DANGER

DANGER indicates a directly hazard­ous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious personal
injury.

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WARNING

WARNING indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or seri­ous personal injury.

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CAUTION

CAUTION indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in damage
mainly to equipment or property, but
in some cases may also result in
minor or moderate personal injury.

NOTE: A ‘Note’ is not necessarily safety related
but indicates a recommendation or special point
of information that could assist in understanding
the use or care of a feature item.

OWNER’S NAME

STREET ADDRESS

CITY AND STATE (OR PROVINCE IN CANADA)

MOTOR HOME SERIAL NUMBER

VEHICLE CHASSIS IDENTIFICATION NO. (VIN)

DATE OF DELIVERY TO FIRST RETAIL PURCHASER

VEHICLE MILEAGE AT TIME OF DELIVERY

SELLING DEALER NAME AND ADDRESS

TANK CAPACITIES

Diesel Fuel Tank

Freightliner Chassis ................................................................................90 gals. diesel

Workhorse Chassis............................................................................... 100 gals. diesel

LP Gas Tank - All Models...........................................................31 gal. (39 gal. w.c.)

Fresh Water Tank .............................................................................................86 gal.

Water Heater ................................................................................................... 10 gal.

Black Water Holding Tank

Models 32T, 36G & 39W................................................................................... 52 gal.

Models 34H & 39K............................................................................................ 48 gal.

Grey Water Holding Tank

Model 32T...........................................................................................................42 gal.

Models 34H & 39K............................................................................................ 52 gal.

Models 36G & 39W............................................................................................48 gal.

*LP Gas tank capacity shown is the usable “full” LP gas capacity, which is 80% of the tank
manufacturer’s listed water capacity (w.c. shown in parenthesis). An LP tank must have at least 20% of
tank volume free to allow for expansion and proper vaporization of the liquid fuel. The tank is also
equipped with mandatory safety shut-off equipment that prevents filling above this level.

2004 NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY

WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES, INC.

WARRANTY COVERAGE TO OWNER

Winnebago Industries, Inc. of Forest City, Iowa warrants each new
Winnebago Industries motor home to the owner for use in the U.S.A.
and Canada as follows:

WARRANTY PERIOD

The Warranty Period for all coverages begins on the date the vehicle
is delivered to the first retail purchaser or first placed in service as a
demonstrator or company vehicle.

BASIC COVERAGE

The basic Warranty Period is 12 months or 15,000 miles (24,135
kilometers), on the odometer, whichever occurs first. Winnebago
Industries does not authorize any person to create for it any other
obligations or liability in connection with this vehicle. ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE APPLICABLE TO THIS VEHICLE IS
LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN
WARRANTY AS HEREINBEFORE OR HEREINAFTER
PROVIDED. THE PERFORMANCE OF REPAIRS IS THE
EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY OR
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY. WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES SHALL
NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF TIME, INCONVENIENCE, OR OTHER
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE INCLUDING EXPENSE FOR
GASOLINE, TELEPHONE, TRAVEL, LODGING, LOSS OR
DAMAGE TO PERSONAL PROPERTY, OR LOSS OF REVENUE
RESULTING FROM BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY OR
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY. Some states do not allow limitations on
how long an implied warranty will last or the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or
exclusions may not apply to you.

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ITEMS NOT SUBJECT TO WARRANTY COVERAGE.

Chassis, Drivetrain and related components*
Wheels*
Tires*
Service Items, such as Windshield Wiper Blades, Lubricants, Fluids
& Filters
Adjustments

*These items are covered under the manufacturer’s individual
warranty.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state.

Also, this warranty shall not apply to failures, damage or
malfunctions resulting from normal wear, misuse, abuse,
negligence, alteration, accident, fire, improper repair of the vehicle or
failure to follow recommended maintenance requirements.

36 MONTHS/36,000 MILE STRUCTURAL WARRANTY

At the expiration of the Basic Coverage and for the remainder of the
period of 36 months or 36,000 miles (57,924 kilometers), on the
odometer, whichever occurs first, Winnebago Industries warrants the
following:

1. Body Thermo-Panel
against delamination. Body Thermo-Panel
bonding of the exterior skin and the interior paneling to an
insulating core material. Delamination (separation of layers)
caused by other factors such as physical damage or failure to
properly maintain sealants is not covered by this warranty.

2. The slide-out room assembly for defects in material or
workmanship.

3. Structural defects of the subfloor and floor. Floor lamination
failure and lamination failure of the subfloor panels and risers
are covered by the structural warranty.

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Lamination of the sidewalls and backwall

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Winnebago Industries, Inc.
P.O. Box 152
Forest City, Iowa 50436

ATTENTION: WARRANTY DEPT.

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Lamination is the

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WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES’ RESPONSIBILITY

Any part of the vehicle subject to warranty which is found to be
defective in material or workmanship, will be repaired or replaced at
Winnebago Industries’ option upon notice of the defect without
charge to the customer for parts or labor. While any Winnebago
Industries motor home dealer can perform warranty service, we
recommend you return to the dealership that sold you your vehicle. If
you are touring or have moved, contact any Winnebago Industries
motor home dealer in the United States or Canada for warranty
service.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITY WHEN REPAIRS ARE NEEDED

If a part of the system covered by this warranty fails to function or
requires service during the warranty period:

1. Promptly take the vehicle to the selling dealer for repair or
inspection.

2. Written notice of defects must be given to the selling dealer or
manufacturer no later than 10 days after the expiration of the
warranty.

3. If the dealer is incapable of making the repairs, request that he
contact Winnebago Industries, Inc.

4. If, after the above steps are completed and the repair is not
made, the customer should contact W innebago Industries, Inc.,
P.O. Box 152, Forest City, Iowa 50436, Attention: Owner
Relations Department (800-537-1885) and furnish the following
information:

− The complete serial number of the vehicle

− Date of retail purchase

− Selling dealer’s name

− Nature of the service problem, and a brief explanation of

the steps or service the dealer has performed, and the
results obtained. The customer may be directed to another
dealer or service center for repairs to be completed, if such
a dealer or service center is better able to complete the

repair.
Winnebago Industries may, at its option, request the vehicle be
returned to Forest City, Iowa for repair. If the customer refuses to
allow repairs to be performed at the Forest City, Iowa facility, the
warranty on that repair will be voided.

5. If after the above steps are completed and the repairs are not

satisfactory, the customer may contact the Service
Administration Manager of W innebago Industries, and request
a customer relations board meeting to resolve the problem.
This action, however, is not mandatory.

6. Certain components are covered beyond the 12 months/15,000

DEALER’S REPRESENTATIONS EXCLUDED
Winnebago Industries, Inc. does not undertake the responsibility to
any purchaser of its products for any undertaking, representation, or
warranty made by dealers selling its product beyond those herein
expressed.

INSTALLATION NOT COVERED

Winnebago Industries, Inc. cannot , however, and does not accept
any responsibility in connection with any of its motor homes for
additional equipment or accessories installed at any dealership or
other place of business, or by any other party other than Winnebago
Industries, Inc. Such installation of equipment or accessories by any
other party will not be covered by the terms of this warranty.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

It is the owner’s responsibility to perform the care, maintenance and
proper load distribution described in the owner’s manual which
accompanies your motor home. Any damage which results to your
vehicle as a result of your failure to perform such duties, is not
covered.

Damage to appearance items such as fiberglass, metal, paint,
fabrics and trim, may occur during manufacturing or transporting.
Normally, any factory defect or damage is corrected at the factory. In
addition, dealers are obligated to inspect each vehicle upon delivery
to them and prior to delivery to you. You should also immediately
inspect appearance items and advise your selling dealer of any
discrepancies. Damage and normal deterioration due to use and
exposure is not covered by this warranty.

CHANGES IN DESIGN

Winnebago Industries, Inc. reserves the right to make changes in
design and changes or improvements upon its products without
imposing any obligation upon itself to install the same upon its
products theretofore manufactured.

NEW YORK:

If your motor home has been repaired three or more times for the
same nonconformity, defect, or condition, or if your motor home has
been out of service by reason of repair for twenty-one days, Section
198-a of the General Business Law of the State of New York
requires you to provide written notice by certified mail, return receipt
requested, to Winnebago Industries or its authorized dealer before
making any claim under that section of the law. If you do have
problems with your motor home, you should provide written notice to
Winnebago Industries at the following address:

miles basic warranty coverage by the individual manufacturer’s
warranty. Please refer to the component’s information supplied
in the owner’s information InfoCase for any additional warranty
coverage after the basic warranty has expired.

PART NO. 701677-K2-004 5-03

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NOTICE OF SECOND OWNER

ORIGINAL

OWNER

NAME

Winnebago Industries, Inc.
P.O. Box 152
Forest City, Iowa 50436
Atten: Owner Relations

ADDRESS

NEW

NAME

OWNER

ADDRESS ZIP CODE

WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

CHASSIS IDENTIFICATION NEW OW NER SIGNATURE

IMPORTAN T: THIS NOTICE IS T O BE USED ONLY FOR RECORD KEEPING BY W INNEBAGO INDUSTRIES
The completed form does not constitute an actual change of ownership.

VEHICLE MILEAGE DATE

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

About This Manual ....................................... 0- 1

Freightliner Chassis Operating Guide........... 0- 1

Diesel Engine Manual................................... 0- 1

Owner’s InfoCase ......................................... 0- 2

Options and Equipment ................................ 0- 2

Before Driving .............................................. 0- 2

Service and Assistance.................................. 0- 2

Warranty ....................................................... 0- 2

Drinking and Driving.................................... 0- 2

Reporting Safety Defects .............................. 0- 3

Vehicle Certification Label........................... 0- 4

SECTION 1: SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

General Warnings ......................................... 1- 1

Driving .......................................................... 1- 2

Fuel & LP Gas .............................................. 1- 2

LP Gas Leaks ................................................ 1- 3

LP Gas Alarm ............................................... 1- 3

Electrical ....................................................... 1- 4

Loading ......................................................... 1- 4

Maintenance.................................................. 1- 5

Formaldehyde Information ........................... 1- 5

Carbon Monoxide Warning .......................... 1- 5

Carbon Monoxide Alarm .............................. 1- 6

Emergency Exits ........................................... 1- 6

Fire Extinguisher........................................... 1- 7

Smoke Alarm ................................................ 1- 7

SECTION 2: DRIVING YOUR MOTOR
HOME

Before Entering Your Vehicle ...................... 2- 1

Before Driving Your Vehicle ....................... 2- 1

Fuel Selection ............................................... 2- 2

Starting and Stopping Engine ....................... 2- 2

Engine Block Heater..................................... 2- 3

Parking Brakes.............................................. 2- 3

Engine Exhaust Braking System .................. 2- 4

Hazard Warning Lights................................. 2- 4

Entrance Door Lock and Handle................... 2- 5

Electric Entrance Step................................... 2- 6

Stepwell Cover.............................................. 2- 7

Luggage Compartment Doors....................... 2- 8

Power Electric Mirrors.................................. 2- 8

Sony Rearview TV Monitor System............. 2- 9

Electronic Compass & Outside

Thermometer........................................... 2- 10

Remote Controlled Spot/Flood Light ......... 2- 11

Seats ............................................................ 2- 12

Seat Belts .................................................... 2- 14

Child Restraints........................................... 2- 15

Multi-Function Signal Lever ...................... 2- 18

Headlight Beam Change and Turn Signals. 2- 18

Steering Tilt/Telescope ............................... 2- 18

Cruise Control............................................. 2- 18

Windshield Wash/Wipe Switch .................. 2- 19

Comfort Controls ........................................ 2- 19

Antenna Check Light .................................. 2- 20

Stereo Sound System .................................. 2- 20

Compact Disc Changer ............................... 2- 21

Aux. Start Switch........................................ 2- 21

Auxiliary Battery (Aux. Batt) Switch ......... 2- 22

CB Radio Wiring ........................................ 2- 22

SWR Adjustment ........................................ 2- 22

Hydraulic Coach Leveling System ............. 2- 23

Slideout Room Extension ........................... 2- 24

SECTION 3: IN CASE OF DRIVING
EMERGENCY

Hazard Warning Flasher ............................... 3- 1

Recovery Towing.......................................... 3- 1

Jump Starting ................................................ 3- 2

Connecting Jumper Cables ........................... 3- 2

Connecting A Battery Charger ..................... 3- 3

Engine Overhead........................................... 3- 3

SECTION 4: TRAVELING WITH YOUR
MOTOR HOME

Loading the Vehicle...................................... 4- 1

Front Axle Tire Alignment ........................... 4- 1

Weighing Your Loaded Vehicle ................... 4- 1

Maximum Occupancy................................... 4- 3

Roof Loading ................................................ 4- 3

Car or Trailer Towing ................................... 4- 3

Pre-Travel Check List................................... 4- 4

Travel Tips.................................................... 4- 5

Severe Weather Information ......................... 4- 5

Nighttime Driving......................................... 4- 6

Mountain Driving ......................................... 4- 7

Campsite Selection ....................................... 4- 7

Leveling ........................................................ 4- 7

Effects of Prolonged Occupancy .................. 4- 8

Humidity and Condensation ......................... 4- 8

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SECTION 5: LP GAS SYSTEM

LP Gas Supply .............................................. 5- 1

Safe Use of the LP Gas System .................... 5- 1

How LP Gas Works ...................................... 5- 1

Selecting LP Fuel Types ............................... 5- 2

Air in the LP Gas Tank ................................. 5- 3

Regulator....................................................... 5- 4

LP Gas Leaks ................................................ 5- 4

Winter Use of LP Gas ................................... 5- 5

SECTION 6: ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

110-Volt AC System..................................... 6- 1

External Power Cord (Shoreline).................. 6- 1

Connecting the Shoreline.............................. 6- 2

Powerline Energy Management System

(EMS)........................................................ 6- 3

Power Converter System .............................. 6- 3

Inverter/Charger and Circuit Breaker

Locations................................................... 6- 3

110-Volt Circuit Breakers............................. 6- 4

Charging Section........................................... 6- 5

Thermal Overload Protector ......................... 6- 5

Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter................... 6- 5

Auxiliary 110-Volt Generator....................... 6- 6

Operation Warnings and Cautions................ 6- 8

12-Volt DC System....................................... 6- 8

Solar Charger Panel ...................................... 6- 9

Battery Information....................................... 6- 9

House Batteries ........................................... 6- 10

Battery Condition Meter ............................. 6- 11

Aux. Start Switch........................................ 6- 11

Trailer Wiring Connector............................ 6- 11

SECTION 7: PLUMBING SYSTEMS

Fresh Water System ...................................... 7- 1

Water Pump .................................................. 7- 2

Accumulator Tank ........................................ 7- 3

External Water Supply (City Water)............. 7- 3

Water Purifier (Filter) System ...................... 7- 4

Waste Water System (Holding Tanks) ......... 7- 5

Dumping Holding Tanks .............................. 7- 5

Using On-Site Sewer Hook-Ups................... 7- 7

Water Drain Valves....................................... 7- 7

Holding Tank Capacities .............................. 7- 9

SECTION 8: APPLIANCES AND
INTERIOR FEATURES

Refrigerator................................................... 8- 1

LP Gas Cooktop............................................ 8- 6

Microwave/Convection Oven ....................... 8- 7

Range Hood .................................................. 8- 7

OnePlace Systems Monitor Panel................. 8- 8

LP Gas Level ................................................ 8- 9

Water Pump Switch ...................................... 8- 9

Washer Dryer.............................................. 8- 10

Gas/Electric Water Heater .......................... 8- 10

Motor Aid ................................................... 8- 13

Water Heater By-Pass Valve ...................... 8- 13

LP Gas Furnace (Suburban)........................ 8- 14

Electronic Thermostat................................. 8- 14

Heat Pump................................................... 8- 15

Central Air Conditioner .............................. 8- 16

TV Antenna................................................. 8- 17

Antenna Signal Amplifier........................... 8- 18

Digital Satellite Television System............. 8- 18

Video Selector System................................ 8- 19

Exterior Entertainment Center .................... 8- 20

Cable TV and Phone Hook-Ups ................. 8- 20

Bedroom Radio ........................................... 8- 21

Table and Chairs ......................................... 8- 21

Rest Easy Multi-Position Lounge............... 8- 23

Swivel Glider Lounge Chair ....................... 8- 24

Fresh Water Toilet ...................................... 8- 28

Power Roof Vent ........................................ 8- 28

Slider Windows........................................... 8- 29

Crank-Out Side Windows........................... 8- 29

SECTION 9: CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Roof .............................................................. 9- 1

Underbody .................................................... 9- 1

Exterior ......................................................... 9- 1

Care of Stripes and Decals............................ 9- 2

Upholstery, Carpet and Draperies................. 9- 2

Cabinetry....................................................... 9- 5

Tables and Countertop Surfaces ................... 9- 5

Vinyl Wallboard ........................................... 9- 7

Range and Refrigerator................................. 9- 7

Bathroom ...................................................... 9- 7

Doors and Windows...................................... 9- 7

Chassis Service & Maintenance ................... 9- 7

Rear Engine Grille ........................................ 9- 7

Engine Top Cover......................................... 9- 8

Fuel/Water Separator .................................... 9- 8

Engine Cooling System ................................ 9- 8

Tires .............................................................. 9- 8

Suspension Alignment and Tire Balance...... 9- 9

Windshield Washers and Wipers .................. 9- 9

Lights ............................................................ 9- 9

Automotive 12-Volt Fuses and

Circuit Breakers ........................................ 9- 9

SECTION 10: STORING YOUR MOTOR
HOME

Preparing Vehicle for Storage..................... 10- 1

Cold Weather Storage Procedure

(Winterizing)........................................... 10- 1

RV Antifreeze Water Line Winterization

Systems ................................................... 10- 4

Removal from Storage ................................ 10- 5

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on the purchase of your new
Journey motor home, which has been carefully
designed, engineered and quality built by Win­nebago Industries, Inc.

ABOUT THIS MANUAL

Please read this operator’s manual complete­ly to understand how everything in your coach
works before taking it on its “maiden voyage.”

This manual is a guide to safe operation of the
features, equipment and controls in this coach.
Some equipment, such as the vehicle chassis and
certain electronic systems or appliances, have
their own comprehensive, manufacturer supplied
manuals or information sheets which describe
operation of these products in great detail. This
manual will refer you to the manufacturer’s in­formation included in your Owner INFOCASE
whenever necessary.

SUBJECT ICONS - To make it easy for you
to find information you’re looking for, we have
placed convenient, pictorial symbols called
“icons” beside many of the subject headings in
this manual. The icons correspond to the subject
matter of the section. These icons were designed
similar to the familiar international symbols
which identify public facilities such as restrooms
and handicap access. There are several examples
of icons on this page.

PAGE ICONS - The icons at the upper cor­ners of each page correspond to the primary con­tent of each main section of the manual, such as
LP Gas, Electrical, Plumbing, etc. This means
you can flip through the manual either forward or
backward and know exactly which main section
you are looking for just by watching the icons at
the top of the page. This means less paging back
and forth.

We also urge you to read the complete
Chassis Operating Guide provided by the
chassis maker and all other operating infor­mation provided by our equipment suppliers
and manufacturers. This is contained in your

Owner INFOCASE.

This manual should be kept in the vehicle at
all times for personal reference. The operator’s
manual, INFOCASE and chassis operating guide
are to be considered permanent components of
this vehicle. They should remain in the vehicle
when sold to provide the next owner with impor­tant safety, operating and maintenance informa­tion.

NOTE: The descriptions, illustrations, and spec-

ifications in this manual were correct at
the time of printing. We reserve the right
to change specifications or design with­out notice, and without incurring obliga­tion to install the same on products
previously manufactured.

FREIGHTLINER CHASSIS
OPERATING GUIDE

Throughout this manual, frequent reference
is made to the vehicle chassis operating guide.
The chassis guide is the operator’s manual pro­vided by Freightliner, the manufacturer of the
chassis on which this motor home is built. Con­sult the chassis guide for operating safety and
maintenance instructions pertaining to the chas­sis section of the motor home.

DIESEL ENGINE MANUAL

Consult your Caterpillar or Cummins Diesel
Engine Operation and Maintenance Manual for
information on all engine related topics such as
engine maintenance, fluid level checks, capaci­ties, and service parts, etc.

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INTRODUCTION

OWNER’S INFOCASE

SERVICE AND
ASSISTANCE

Your InfoCase contains information supplied
by manufacturers of individual appliances and
equipment installed in your motor home.

Consult this information regarding the opera­tion and care of appliances, accessories and spe­cial equipment.

OPTIONS AND EQUIPMENT

Some equipment described in this manual
may not apply to your coach.

BEFORE DRIVING

Before sitting in the driver’s seat, always
check around your vehicle to be sure you have
proper clearance for maneuvering. If necessary,
have a passenger help guide you out of a difficult
parking space.

Although your coach features automotive
conveniences like power steering and power
brakes, driving a motor home is different from
driving a car. A motor home is larger and heavier
than an automobile, so it requires more stopping
and passing distance, and more parking and ma­neuvering space than a car does.

Always be aware of the size of your motor
home. The added height of TV antennas or lug­gage boxes may cause clearance problems
around some tunnels, canopies and hanging
signs. Know the height of your coach so you can
observe posted clearance limits. Also, remember
that some bridges, old ones in particular, may not
support the weight of your motor home. Know
the weight of your unit and observe any posted
weight limits.

Remember: Always use your seat belt and be
sure your passengers do so as well. We also ad­vise making frequent rest stops while traveling to
relieve stress on yourself, your passengers and
your vehicle.

Your Winnebago Industries dealer will be
glad to provide any additional information you
need, as well as answer any questions you might
have about operating the equipment in your
motor home. When it comes to service, remem­ber that your dealer knows your vehicle best and
is interested in your satisfaction. Your dealer will
provide quality maintenance and any other assis­tance that you may require during your owner­ship of this vehicle.

If you need warranty repairs while traveling,
you may take your motor home to any Winneba­go or Itasca dealership and they will assist you.

WARRANTY

Your new Journey is covered by a factory
warranty against defects in material and work­manship. This warranty should be validated
immediately and returned to the factory by your
dealer. For additional information, see your
“New Vehicle Limited Warranty” included with
this vehicle.

DRINKING AND DRIVING

Winnebago Industries supports the recom­mendations of the Presidential Commission on
Drunk Driving.

· Exercise your good judgment and encourage

others to do the same.

· Know the legal limits and do not exceed

them.

· Also know your personal limits, which may

be lower than the legal limits.

· Should you ever exceed your limits, find al-

ternative transportation; call a cab, ask a

friend to drive you home or call a family

member to come and get you.

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The presence of alcohol in significant levels
in the blood increases the probability that the
driver will be involved in an accident.

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS

If you believe that your vehicle has a defect
which could cause a crash or could cause injury
or death, you should immediately inform the
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
(NHTSA) in addition to notifying Winnebago
Industries, Inc.

If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it
may open an investigation, and if it finds that a
safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may
order a recall and remedy campaign. However,
NHTSA cannot become involved in individual
problems between you, your dealer, or Winneba­go Industries.

To contact NHTSA, you may either call the
Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393
(or 366-0123 in Washington, D.C. area) or write
to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation,
Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain
other information about motor vehicle safety
from the Hotline.

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INTRODUCTION

VEHICLE CERTIFICATION LABEL

This label contains vehicle identification and
other important reference information. The vehi­cle certification label is located on the sidewall to

the left of the steering wheel, or on the driver’s
door. Never remove or destroy this label.

MANUFACTURED BY

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GAWR:

FRT______ LB______ KG________________ ________________ ______ PSI______ KPA SINGLE
RR. _______ LB______ KG________________ ________________ ______ PSI______ KPA______

THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY
STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE.

SERIAL NO. _________________________ VIN______________________________
TYPE ____________________ MODEL ____________________ COLOR__________

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10

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SUITABLE TIRE AND RIM CHOICE COLD INFLATION

EXPLANATION OF DATA

1. Chassis manufacturer.

2. Chassis manufacture date.

3. Month and year of manufacture at Win-

nebago Industries.

4. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: Total permis-

sible weight of the vehicle, including driver,

passengers, total cargo carried (including all

liquids) and equipped with all options.

5. Gross Axle Weight Rating: Total permissible

weight allowed for the front and rear axles

(listed in pounds and kilograms).

6. Suitable Tire Choice: Tires recommended to

meet handling and safety requirements.

When replacing any of the tires on your

vehicle, always replace with a tire that meets

INCOMPLETE VEHICLE MANUFACTURED
BY MOTOR CORP.

MONTH AND YEAR OF MANUFACTURE:________
GVWR_______LB _________KG

TIRE RIM PRESSURE

6

1

4

7

11

13

8

14

nebago Industries. The 10th digit of the VIN
designates the chassis model year. (3=2003,
4=2004) This information is useful when
ordering chassis repair parts.

11. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): This
number identifies the chassis on which the
motor home is built.

12. Type: States the NHTSA designated usage
classification for your motor home. MPV
signifies a Multi-purpose Passenger Vehicle.

13. Model: Lists the Winnebago product model
number of your vehicle.

14. Color: Signifies the color code number of the
decor used throughout the vehicle. This
number is necessary for ordering replace­ment cushions, curtains, carpet, etc.

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these specifications.

7. Suitable Rim Choice: Wheel rims recom­mended to meet handling and safety require­ments. When replacing any of the rims on
your vehicle, always replace with a rim that
meets these specifications.

8. Cold Inflation Pressure: Inflation pressures
recommended (while Cold) for the tires orig­inally equipped on your vehicle. These pres­sure levels must be maintained to assure
proper handling, safety and fuel economy.

9. Rear Axle Wheel Configuration: Single or
Dual.

10. Serial Number: This is the serial number

Vehicle Certification Label

assigned to the completed vehicle by Win-

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About Safety Messages Used in This Manual

Throughout this manual, certain items are
labeled Note, Caution, Warning or Danger.
These terms alert you to precautions that may
involved damage to your vehicle or a risk to your
personal safety. Read and follow them carefully.

This SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL is
used to draw your attention to issues
which could involved potential personal
injury. This symbol is used throughout
this manual and/or on labels affixed on
or near various equipment in this motor
home.

DANGER

DANGER indicates a directly hazard­ous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious personal
injury.

The following pages provide safety precau­tions that must be adhered to. These precautions
as well as others that involve possible injury or
damage to equipment are also displayed in the
appropriate areas in this manual.

GENERAL WARNINGS

· Only seats equipped with seat belts are to be

occupied while the vehicle is moving.

· All seats which can be positioned, such as

swiveling, sliding, reclining, or footrest out,
must be placed in a fully upright and swivel­locked position with footrests retracted while
the vehicle is moving. Some swivel lounge
chairs are designed to lock in a forward
facing position, while others lock in an aisle
facing position. Be certain these seats are
secure from swiveling before traveling.

WARNING

WARNING indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or seri­ous personal injury.

CAUTION

CAUTION indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in damage
mainly to equipment or property, but
in some cases may also result in
minor or moderate personal injury.

NOTE: A ‘Note’ is not necessarily safety related
but indicates a recommendation or special point
of information that could assist in understanding
the use or care of a feature item.

· Make sure all passengers have seat belts fas-

tened in a low and snug position so the force
exerted by the belt in a collision will be
spread across the strong hip area. Pregnant
women should wear a lap-shoulder belt
whenever possible, with the lap belt portion
worn low and snug throughout the pregnan­cy.

· Before driving, secure dinette chairs with re-

tainer strap provided as shown in Section 8.

· Never let passengers stand or kneel on seats

while the vehicle is moving.

· Sleeping facilities are not to be utilized while

vehicle is moving.

· Examine the escape window and be familiar

with its operation, but do not use except in an
emergency.

• Inspect the fire extinguisher monthly for

proper charge and operating condition. This

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should also be done before beginning a vaca­tion or any extended trip.

DRIVING

· Do not attempt to adjust the driver’s seat
while the vehicle is moving.

· Do not adjust tilt steering in a moving vehi­cle.

· Do not operate the cruise control on icy or
extremely wet roads, winding roads, in heavy
traffic, or in any other traffic situation where
a constant speed cannot be maintained.

· Use care when accelerating or decelerating
on a slippery surface. Abrupt speed changes
can cause skidding and loss of control.

· Driving through water deep enough to wet
the brakes may affect stopping distance or
cause the vehicle to pull to one side. Check
brake operation in a safe area to be sure they
have not been affected. Never operate any
vehicle if a difference in braking efficiency is
noticeable.

· Adverse weather conditions and extremes in
terrain may affect handling and/or perfor­mance of your vehicle. Refer to your chassis
manual for related information.

· Avoid inhaling exhaust gases produced by
burned gasoline, diesel fuel or LP gas in
items such as the range, chassis engine, gen­erator engine, refrigerator, furnace and water
heater. They contain carbon monoxide,
which is an odorless, colorless and poisonous
gas.

· Do not bring or store LP gas containers, gas­oline or other flammable liquids inside the
vehicle because a fire or explosion may re­sult. LP gas containers are equipped with
safety valves which relieve excessive pres­sure by discharging gas to the atmosphere.

· Do not alter the LP gas system at any time or
in any way.

· Do not fill LP gas container(s) above 80 per­cent of capacity. Overfilling the LP gas con­tainer can result in uncontrolled gas flow
which can cause fire or explosion. A properly
filled container will contain approximately
80 percent of its volume as liquid LP gas.

· Never use an open flame to test for LP gas
leaks. Replace all protective covers and caps
on LP system after filling. Make sure valve is
closed and door latched securely.

· Never connect natural gas to the LP gas sys­tem.

· When lighting range burners do not turn
burner controls to “On” and allow gas to es­cape before lighting match.

FUEL & LP GAS

· All pilot lights must be extinguished and ap­pliances turned off while refilling the fuel
tank or LP tank.

· Never smoke while refilling vehicle fuel tank
or LP gas tank.

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· Portable fuel-burning equipment, including
wood and charcoal grills and stoves, shall not
be used inside the recreational vehicle. The
use of this equipment inside the recreational
vehicle may cause fires or asphyxiation.

· LP gas regulators must always be installed
with the diaphragm vent facing downward.
Regulators are equipped with a protective
cover. Make sure that the regulator vent faces
downward and that the cover is kept in place
to minimize vent blockage which could result
in excessive gas pressure causing fire or ex­plosion.

· The following warning label is located in the
cooking area to remind you to provide an ad­equate supply of fresh air for combustion.

WARNING

IT IS NOT SAFE TO USE
COOKING APPLIANCES

FOR COMFORT HEATING

Cooking appliances need fresh air for safe

operation. Before operation

1. Open overhead vent or turn on exhaust fan.

2. Open window

FAILURE TO COMPLY COULD RESULT IN

DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.

Unlike large homes, the oxygen supply inside
a recreational vehicle is limited due to its
size. To avoid danger of axphyxiation, pro­vide proper ventilation when using the gas
rangetop or gas oven. It is especially impor­tant that the gas oven and range top not be
used for comfort heating. Danger of asphyxi­ation is greater when these appliances are
used for long periods of time.

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LP GAS ALARM

Your coach is equipped with an LP gas detec­tor which sounds an alarm if an unsafe amount of
LP gas is present inside the coach. Because LP
gas is heavier than air, the detector is located on
a cabinet face near the floor of the coach.

A green light on the face of the alarm shows
when the unit is active. The red button is used to
reset the alarm.

LP GAS LEAKS

The following label is located in the vehicle
near the range area. If you smell gas within the
vehicle, quickly and carefully perform the proce­dures listed.

DANGER

IF YOU SMELL GAS

1. EXTINGUISH ANY OPEN FLAME, PILOT LIGHTS AND
ALL SMOKING MATERIALS.

2. DO NOT TOUCH ELECTRICAL SWITCHES.

3. SHUT OFF THE GAS SUPPLY AT THE TANK VALVE(S)
OR GAS SUPPLY CONNECTIONS.

4. OPEN DOORS AND OTHER VENTILATING OPENINGS.

5. LEAVE THE AREA UNTIL ODOR CLEARS.

6. HAVE THE GAS SYSTEM CHECKED AND LEAKAGE
SOURCE CORRECTED BEFORE USING AGAIN.

FAILURE TO COMPLY COULD RESULT IN

EXPLOSION RESULTING IN DEATH OR

SERIOUS INJURY.

Press to stop alarm

Green

(Active)

Red

(Alarm)

Amber

(Low Batt.)

If The Alarm Sounds

If the alarm sounds, do not touch any electri­cal switches. Immediately turn off the main LP
tank valve and all LP appliances, open all win­dows and roof vents, and leave the coach until
the alarm stops sounding.

If the alarm keeps sounding at regular inter­vals, a leak may be present. Contact your dealer
or an LP gas service center to have the problem
corrected before using the LP system again.

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If the coach batteries become extremely
drained, an amber light on the face of the alarm
will come on and in some cases the LP alarm may
begin to sound on its own. This condition typical­ly occurs only during storage situations when
battery charge is not being restored by the con­verter or solar charger.

ELECTRICAL

· Careless handling of electrical components
can be fatal. Never touch or use electrical
components or appliances while feet are bare,
while hands are wet, or while standing in
water or on wet ground.

WARNING

Never use an open flame to test for
gas leaks. When testing for gas line
leaks with a soapy water solution, DO
NOT use a detergent containing
ammonia or chlorine. These sub­stances may generate a chemical
reaction causing corrosion to gas
lines, resulting in dangerous leak con­ditions.

Power Connection

The gas alarm is powered by the coach batter­ies. If the battery cable is disconnected from the
batteries, auxiliary battery switch is shut off, or
the circuit breaker is tripped, the alarm will not
work. The LP gas alarm breaker is located on the
coach breaker fuse panel shown on page 6-8.

Because the LP gas alarm is connected direct­ly to the auxiliary battery, it is always drawing a
small amount of current. Even though this current
draw is slight, it could drain the coach battery
during storage periods when the house battery
will not be charged regularly by the engine or
shoreline. To avoid battery discharge we recom­mend turning the Aux. Batt switch off during
storage periods and after periodic or weekend
use.

Further Information

See the manufacturer’s information entitled
“Your LP Gas Detector” in the Owners InfoCase
for further instructions on nuisance alarms and
care and testing of the LP gas detector.

· Improper grounding of the vehicle can cause
personal injury. Do not plug the utility power
cord into an outlet which is not grounded and
do not adapt the plug to connect to a recepta­cle for which it is not designed.

· Do not attach an extension cord to the utility
power cord.

· Be sure that all electrical appliances to be
used contain 3-prong plugs for proper
grounding.

· Avoid overloading electrical circuits. Re­place fuses or circuit breakers with those of
the same size and amperage rating only.
Never use a higher rated fuse or breaker.

· Use caution when handling or working near
electrical storage batteries. Always remove
jewelry and wear protective clothing and eye
covering. Avoid creating sparks.

LOADING

· Store or secure all loose items inside the
motor home before traveling. Possible over­looked items such as canned goods or small
appliances on the countertop, cooking pans
on the range, or free-standing furniture items
can become dangerous projectiles during a
sudden stop or evasive maneuver.

· Be aware of GVWR, GAWR and individual
load limit on each tire or set of duals. (See
“Loading the Vehicle” in Section 4.)

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· Never load the motor home in excess of the
gross vehicle weight rating or the gross axle
weight rating for either axle.

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NOTE: Your motor home’s load capacity is des-

ignated by weight, not by volume, so you
cannot necessarily use all available
space when loading your motor home.

MAINTENANCE

· Do not remove the radiator cap while engine
and radiator are still hot. Always check cool­ant level visually at the see-through coolant
reservoir.

· Never get beneath a vehicle that is held up by
a jack.

· Do not mix different construction types of
tires on the vehicle such as radial, bias or belt­ed tires, as vehicle handling may be affected.
Replace tires with exact size, type and load
range.

· Do not attempt to start the vehicle by hot wir­ing.

IMPORTANT

To aid in dissipation, ventilate the vehicle by
opening all windows and circulating the air with
a fan.

CARBON MONOXIDE
WARNING

WARNING

Avoid inhaling exhaust gases, as they
contain carbon monoxide, which is a
colorless, odorless and poisonous gas.

If you suspect that exhaust fumes are entering
the passenger compartment, have the cause deter­mined and corrected as soon as possible. If you
must drive under these conditions, drive only
with ALL WINDOWS FULLY OPENED.

The best protection against carbon monoxide
entry into the vehicle body is a properly main­tained engine exhaust and ventilation system. It is
recommended that the exhaust system and body
be inspected by a qualified motor home service
center.

FORMALDEHYDE INFORMATION

WARNING

Some components in this vehicle con­tain formaldehyde based adhesives
which may release formaldehyde
fumes into the air for an unknown
period of time until total dissipation
occurs. Individuals who are allergic
to formaldehyde gas fumes may
experience irritation to eyes, ears,
nose and throat. Reaction in infants
may be more severe. Although long
range effects are not well understood,
testing to date has not revealed any
serious health effects in humans at the
level of emission from these
products.

· Each time the vehicle is raised for an oil

change.

· Whenever a change in the sound of the ex-

haust system is noticed.

· Whenever the exhaust system, underbody or

rear of the vehicle is damaged.

To allow proper operation of the vehicle’s
ventilation system, keep front ventilation inlet
grill clear of snow, leaves or other obstructions at
all times. DO NOT OCCUPY A PARKED VE­HICLE WITH ENGINE RUNNING FOR AN
EXTENDED PERIOD.

Do not run engine in confined areas, such as a
garage, except to move vehicle in or out of area.
When vehicle is stopped in an UNCONFINED
area with the engine running for any more than a
short period, adjust heating or cooling system to
force outside air into the vehicle as follows:

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1. Set fan to medium or high speed and vent
control to air.

2. On vehicles equipped with air conditioning,
set fan to medium or high speed and set con­trol to obtain maximum vent air.

Rear windows should be closed while driving
to avoid drawing dangerous exhaust gases into
the vehicle.

CARBON MONOXIDE
ALARM

Your coach is equipped with a carbon monox­ide (CO) alarm, located on the ceiling in the bed­room area.

Red Light

(Press to Test Alarm)

Yellow Light

(Warning)

· Battery operation provides protection 100%
of the time. Low battery signal alerts consum­er of need to replace battery.

· 85 decibel alarm assures waking during
sleeping hours.

Monthly Testing

Press the TEST button on the face of the alarm
periodically (at least monthly) to check the func­tion of the alarm and condition of the battery. If
the alarm begins to beep every few seconds, the
battery may be weak and need replacement.
(Press the TEST button to be sure before replac­ing the battery. If the alarm sounds, the battery
may still be okay. If the alarm still beeps every
few seconds, check the smoke detector also. The
“low battery” warning beep is similar on many
alarm devices, so the origin of this electronic
sound can be deceiving.)

Further Information

Please read the information provided by the
manufacturer, which is included in your Owner’s
InfoCase. It includes information on precautions,
operational testing, and battery/sensor replace­ment.

The CO alarm is powered by a 9-volt battery
and contains a sensor that is designed to detect
toxic carbon monoxide gas fumes resulting from
incomplete combustion of fuel. It will detect CO
gas from any combustion source such as the fur­nace, gas range/oven, water heater, refrigerator,
chassis engine, and electric generator engine.

· Patented biomimetic sensor mimics the

human response to Carbon Monoxide.

· Test/Reset provides for one time alarm

silence and multiple warning silence. Also
tests alarm circuitry, microprocessor, battery
and horn.

· Red light flashes once every thirty seconds in

normal operation.

· Continuous yellow light with a beep every

three seconds indicates an unhealthy CO
level.

· Continuous red light and pulsating alarm sig-

nal a dangerous CO condition.

EMERGENCY EXITS
Emergency Exit Windows

Your motor home is equipped with an emer­gency exit window in the bedroom which func­tions as an escape exit in an emergency situation.

WARNING

Use emergency window for emer­gency exit only. Do not test for proper
operation.

Use care when exiting emergency
window, as broken glass may be
present in the exit area.

The side mounted escape window is secured
by two safety latches and can be opened by first

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releasing these two latches and then pushing out­ward on the lower part of the window.

Lift Both Handles Up
Push Out on Bottom of Window

Using Slider Windows as Emergency Exits

Slider windows along the side of the motor
home can also be used as emergency exits,
should the need arise. To use the windows as
exits, slide the window open, then slide the
screen open.

We recommend that you become thoroughly
familiar with the operating instructions displayed
on the side of the fire extinguisher or in the infor­mation supplied in your Owner’s InfoCase.

We also recommend that you inspect the fire
extinguisher for proper charge at least once a
month in accordance with National Fire Protec­tion Association (NFPA) recommendations as
stated on the label. If the charge is insufficient,
the fire extinguisher must be replaced.

WARNING

Do not test the fire extinguisher by
discharging it. Partial discharge can
cause leakage of pressure or contents
which would render the unit inopera­tive when needed. When using the
fire extinguisher, aim the spray at the
base of the fire.

SAFETY DEVICES

FIRE EXTINGUISHER

A dry chemical fire extinguisher is located

near the floor by the passenger side front door.

SMOKE ALARM

Your motor home is equipped with a smoke
alarm located on the ceiling in the galley and
lounge area.

1. The smoke alarm should be tested for correct

operation each time the vehicle is brought
out of storage, before each trip, and at least
once a week during motor home use. To test
the electronics, firmly depress the button. To
test that smoke reaches the sensor, blow

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smoke in a careful, fire-safe manner into
your smoke alarm.

Press to Test

2. Your smoke alarm will not work without
power. Never remove the battery to quiet the
alarm. When your smoke alarm “beeps”
about once a minute the battery is weak.
Install a new battery immediately. Be sure to
use only batteries specified in manual or on
unit. Test unit after installing a new battery.

3. Clean and vacuum the openings on your
smoke alarm once a month.Do not open the
smoke alarm or try to repair it. For replace­ment information see warranty in Owner’s
Manual.

4. Smoke alarms have technical limitations and
may not respond in all situations. FIRE PRE­VENTION is your best safeguard.

See your Owner’s InfoCase for further infor-

mation.

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(See also Safety Precautions, Section 1 of this

manual.)

NOTE: See your Freightliner chassis operator's

manual for information on starting the
engine, operating the transmission,
steering column controls, descriptions of
instrument gauges, and other chassis
related information.

Some items described in this section may
be optional or unavailable on your
coach.

BEFORE ENTERING YOUR
VEHICLE

Before entering your vehicle, there are a few
recommended procedures that will aid in your
driving safety and equipment.

1. Be sure that the windows, mirrors and light

lenses are clean and unobstructed.

2. Make sure all exterior lights operate prop-

erly.

3. Check tires for proper cold inflation pres-

sures and inspect for any unusual wear.

4. Check wheel lug nuts for tightness.

5. Look beneath the vehicle for noticeable fluid

leakage.

6. Check fluid levels and fill if necessary. This

includes engine oil, transmission fluid, cool­ant, brake fluid, power steering fluid and
windshield washer solvent.

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WARNING

The engine should be shut off unless
specifically required for a certain pro­cedure.

The transmission must be in N (Neu­tral) and park brake applied while
performing any checks or adjust­ments.

7. Unhook and store sewer and water supply
hoses.

8. Disconnect and store shoreline.

9. Retract step.

10. Be sure that all of your cargo is secured
before traveling. Be aware of loose items on
tables or countertops, or free-standing furni­ture items that could become dangerous pro­jectiles during a sudden stop or evasive
manuever.

11. Check around your vehicle in all directions
to assure that you have proper clearance.

12. Lower TV antenna.

WARNING

Before driving your vehicle, be sure
you have read the entire operator’s
manual and that you understand your
vehicle’s equipment completely and
how to use the equipment safely.

BEFORE DRIVING YOUR
VEHICLE

Before preparing to drive your vehicle, here
are a few recommended procedures that will add
to your driving safety and enjoyment.

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1. Be sure that you adjust the interior and exte­rior rear view mirrors to your driving prefer­ence.

2. Adjust the driver's seat for proper distance
from foot pedals and steering wheel to allow
for safety and ease in controlling your vehi­cle.

3. Place front seats in the forward facing posi­tion.

4. Be sure to fasten all safety belts to fit you
comfortably, but tight enough to obtain the
full safety of the belts.

5. Make sure all doors are completely shut and
locked. When the doors are shut and locked,
there is less change of the doors flying open
in event of an accident. It also prevents unin­tentional opening of doors and keeps intrud­ers out of your vehicle.

6. Check to see that all gauges are operating
properly.

7. Check the fuel level in the vehicle.

8. Be certain that the fire extinguisher is fully
charged and secure in its mounting bracket.

CAUTION

Be sure hood and all compartment
doors are latched securely before
driving vehicle.

“KEY ONE” LOCK SYSTEM

Your coach is equipped with the new Key

OneTM lock system. A single key will open every
door lock in the entire motor home (except the se­curity deadbolt lock on the entrance door). This
means you don’t have to sort through a handful of
keys to find the right one for the water fill door or
the luggage doors or the entrance door or the
driver’s door.

The key number for your coach is registered in
our factory database, so if you ever lose your
keys, any Winnebago Industries dealership can
easily order a new key for you. They are also
equipped with special master keys and can un­lock your coach for you if needed.

FUEL SELECTION

Refer to your Freightliner chassis operating
guide for the manufacturer's recommendations
on proper fuel selection.

Winter Fuel Waxing and Anti-Gel Additives

In sub-freezing temperatures, #2 diesel fuel
can form small wax crystals that become trapped
in the fuel filter and block the fuel flow to the
engine, causing it to stall out. At sub-zero tem­peratures, the fuel can congeal and turn
“slushy”. If this happens, the only remedy is to
have the vehicle towed into a heated facility to
allow the fuel to warm up and become fully
liquid again.

During winter time, most truck stops and
reputable filling stations have winter blend
diesel fuels available that are less susceptible to
waxing.

There are also commercially available prod­ucts, typically called anti-gel additives, to add to
diesel fuel while filling the tank to inhibit wax
formation in freezing temperatures.

Consult your Freightliner chassis guide or
Caterpillar engine guide for more information on
fuel requirements and additives.

FILLING THE FUEL TANK

Diesel fuel, especially #2 grade, can foam up
while being pumped into the tank. Sometimes
this foam can cause the pump nozzle to shut off
before the tank is actually full. Allow the foam to
settle then resume filling at a slower flow rate
until the tank is full.

Diesel Fuel Tank Capacity........... 90 gal. diesel

STARTING AND
STOPPING ENGINE

Refer to your Freightliner chassis operating
guide for the manufacturer's recommendations
on starting and stopping the engine.

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See also “Engine Block Heater” elsewhere in

this section.

Cold Weather Starting: Please note the follow­ing cold weather starting precautions. These
labels are also located in appropriate areas of the
coach. Failure to follow these precautions could
cause serious damage to your diesel engine.

To Use the Engine Heater

With the shoreline cord plugged into a shore­line hookup, turn on the engine heater power
switch.

If a shoreline hookup is not available, just start
the auxiliary generator to provide power to the
engine heater.

Be sure the engine heater cord is plugged into
the outlet above the inverter/charger in the shore­line compartment as shown. In warm weather
you may wish to unplug this cord to avoid acci­dental use of the engine heater.

NOTE: Because this outlet is also connected to

the inverter/charger circuit, be sure the
engine heater is OFF while using the in­verter or the heater will discharge the
house batteries rapidly.

ENGINE BLOCK HEATER

Your coach is equipped with an engine block
heater to assist starting in freezing temperatures.
The power cord is located in the rear cargo com­partment on the driver side of the coach. When
plugged into the receptacle, the heater is connect­ed to both the shoreline and the auxiliary genera­tor, so a separate extension cord is not needed.
The power switch is a standard household light
switch on the wall in the hallway or in a cabinet
as shown.

Engine Heater Cord above Inverter/Charger in
Shoreline Compartment

REMEMBER! Turn the engine heater switch off
after starting the engine. The heater will keep
operating for as long as it is supplied with elec­tricity. If the switch is left on, the engine heater
will come on each time you hook up the shoreline
cord or start the generator.

Engine Block Heater Switch

(Typical)

PARKING BRAKES

The parking brakes are applied by pulling out-

ward on the large yellow knob on the dash to the

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left of the ignition switch. Push the knob in to re­lease the brakes.

Parking Brake Knob

Use the parking brakes whenever the vehicle
is parked. Never try to drive the vehicle with the
park brake applied. This can cause excessive
wear on the brakes and may damage the transmis­sion.

NOTE: It is normal to hear an occasional burst

of air pressure from the rear of the vehi­cle. This is an automatic moisture purg­ing feature of the air brake system. See
the Brakes section of your Freightliner
chassis manual for instructions on peri­odic draining of brake air tank.

Exhaust Brake Switch

How It Works: The exhaust brake generates
“braking” power by controlled restriction of the
engine’s exhaust gas flow.

When the exhaust brake is activated, a valve
closes off the engine’s exhaust causing the ex­haust back pressure to increase, which causes the
vehicle to slow down.

The increased back pressure would normally
stop the engine except the forward momentum of
the vehicle keeps the drivetrain and the engine
turning.

This controlled back pressure helps to regulate
a vehicle’s downhill speed, such as on mountain­ous or hilly roads. It also provides “braking” on
level or near-level roads.

ENGINE EXHAUST BRAKING SYS­TEM

To Use the Exhaust Brake: The exhaust brake

activation switch is located on the lower left side
of the dash. Press and release the ON side of the
switch to activate the exhaust brake system. The
exhaust brake will operate whenever you let up
on the throttle pedal while the switch is ON.

Press and release the OFF side of the switch to
deactivate the exhaust brake system and return to
chassis brakes alone.

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HAZARD WARNING
LIGHTS

The hazard warning flasher switch is located
on the underside of the steering column near the
signal/cruise lever. Pull the switch button out­ward from the column to activate the flashers. To
cancel flashers, push the switch button inward to­ward the column. See also Section 3 for further
operating information.

Hazard Light Switch
Pull On/Push Off

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To lock the door from inside, rotate the lock
levers as indicated. The deadbolt lock is for add­ed security and should be used as a security night
lock.

Door Handle Lock

ENTRANCE DOOR LOCK
AND HANDLE

The entrance door may be opened from out­side the vehicle by pulling the door handle out­ward. To open the door from inside, pull outward
on the door handle. When the door is locked, nei­ther the inside nor the outside door handle can be
operated. It can be locked and unlocked from the
outside of the vehicle by inserting the key into the
lock and turning.

Deadbolt Lock

Latch Lock

Entrance Door Handle - Inside

Lubricate the locks periodically with graphite

to maintain good working condition.

Screen Door

Latch

CAUTION

When releasing security night lock,
be sure to retract bolt before opening
door latch to prevent drag on bolt pin.
Instruct all passengers in operation of
this door catch system as well as
emergency exit window.

Door Handle Lock

Entrance Door Handle - Outside

ELECTRIC ENTRANCE
STEP

The power switch for the electric entrance step
is located to the left of the main entry door as you
enter the coach.

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Step Switch

Automatic Mode (Operates with Door)

With the Power Switch in the On position the
step is in Automatic Mode. This means it will
extend and retract automatically whenever the
door is opened or closed. This is done by means
of a magnetic door switch attached to the lower
hinged edge of the screen door section of the
entrance doors. The steps will extend when the
screen door is opened, and retract when the
screen door is closed. With the power switch in
the Off position the step can be kept in the ex­tended or retracted position as described below.

Stationary Extended Mode

To keep the step in the extended position:

• turn the Power Switch to On,

• open the screen door to extend the step,

• then turn the Power Switch to Off.

The step will now stay extended whether the
door is opened or closed. This position is normal­ly used when parked at a campsite or whenever
people are going to be entering and exiting the
vehicle frequently.

Power Switch is On or Off. This feature is stan­dard and is installed to prevent injury or damage
which may be caused by an extended step when
the vehicle is moving. An associated feature is
the “Last Out Feature”. This feature extends the
step when the screen door is opened after the
ignition switch has been turned to either the On
or Start position.

WARNING

Do not use steps unless it is fully
extended.

Do Not Stand on step when vehicles
ignition switch is turned to either the
“On” or “Start” position. The step
will automatically retract, which may
cause personal injury. Always
remember to retract the step before
moving the vehicle.

For additional information on the step, see the
step manufacturer’s operators manual included in
your Owners InfoCase.

STEPWELL COVER

The stepwell cover can be extended to cover
the stepwell area and increase usable floor space
in the front of the coach while the entrance door
is not in use.

Press and hold the cover switch on the passen­ger sidewall armrest to extend or retract the step
cover.

Automatic Retraction Feature

The coach is equipped with a step retraction
feature that retracts the step automatically when
the Ignition Switch key is turned to either the On
or Start position regardless of whether the Step

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Step Cover Switch

CAUTION

Stay clear of entrance step area when
stepwell is being extended or retract­ed. When entering or exiting, loose
clothing may catch on components of
the mechanism. Personal injury and/
or property damage may result.

LUGGAGE COMPART­MENT DOORS

To ensure that compartment doors have
latched properly, press the bottom edge of the
door with the palms of your hands. This is more
important for smaller and lighter compartment
doors because when the door is “dropped”
closed, the air trapped inside the compartment
may create a cushioning effect that could some­times prevent door latches from engaging proper­ly.

POWER ELECTRIC
MIRRORS

The electric mirrors are adjusted using a
multi-directional switch located on the driver’s
side armrest.

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DRIVING YOUR MOTOR HOME

Select the mirror to be adjusted by pushing the
switch in the middle of the control to the right or
left. Then press the arrow buttons as necessary to
obtain the best view.

Press to move mirror in indicated direction

Move L or R to select mirror, or center for “neutral”.

When mirrors are adjusted to preference,
place the selector switch back in the middle posi­tion to cancel power to the buttons. This prevents
accidental misadjustment of mirror settings.

The mirrors also contain heating elements to
defog or de-ice the mirror glass during cold
weather operation. An ON-OFF switch for the
mirror heaters is located near the remote mirror
controls.

If you cannot adjust the mirror properly using
the control switch, the mirror may need a coarse
adjustment by repositioning the mirror head. See
the mirror manufacturer’s instructions in your
Owner InfoCase.

Power Mirror Controls

Driver Side Mirror

Lock Screw

Loosen screw to make coarse adjustment

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SECTION 2

DRIVING YOUR MOTOR HOME

Lock Screws

Passenger Side Mirror
Loosen screws to make coarse adjustments

SONY REARVIEW
MONITOR SYSTEM

More Info

To read more about power mirrors, see the
mirror manufacturer’s information in your Own­er InfoCase.

Power Sunvisors

The powered sunvisors are controlled by
switches on the driver and passenger armrest
panels. The driver side contains switches for both
sides to allow driver control. The passenger side
has a switch only for the passenger side visor.

Press and hold DOWN side of the switch to
extend, then release at the desired position. Press
and hold UP side of the switch to retract the visor.

Refer to the Owner’s InfoCase for specific

instructions provided by Sony.

Two-Way Radios - Optional

If your coach is equipped with the available
two-way radios, the built-in charger station is
located in the lower face of the dash near the
entrance door - for easy grabbing as you head out
the door.

Always be careful to position visors so they do
not impair the driver’s forward vision or side­view mirror vision.

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Please read the manufacturer’s operating in-

formation.