SeCTIoN 10: MAINTeNANCeINSPeCTIoN, SeRVICe & MAINTeNANCe10.1 Inspection, Service & Maintenance Summary ChartsYou must inspect, maintain and service your trailer regularly to insure safe andreliable operation. If you cannot or are unsure how to perform the items listed here,have your dealer perform them.Note: In addition to this manual, also check the relevant componentmanufacturer’s manual.Inspection and Service before each UseItem Inspection/Service Manual Section ReferenceCoupler and Hitch Ball Check for cracks, pits, andflats. Replace w/ball & couplerhaving trailer GVW RatingGreaseCheck locking device & replaceSection 10.2.3.1Safety Chain(s) & Hooks Check for wear and damage Sections 8.1 & 8.2Tires• Air PressureCheck tire pressure when coldInflate tires to 80 psiSections 6.6, 9.2 & 10.2.6Wheels• Lug Nuts (Bolts) & HubCheck for tightnessTighten to 95 - 120 ft/lb. Donot exceed 120 ft./lb. For newand remounted wheels, checktorque after first 10, 25 & 50miles of driving and after anyimpactSection 6.5.7 & 9.1Sections 10.2.8, 10.2.8.1 & 10.2.9Inspection and Service each 3 Months or 3,000 MilesItem Inspection/Service Manual Section ReferenceStructure• Hinges, DoorsInspect. Repair or replacedamaged, worn or broken partsSection 10.2.2.1Wheels• RimsInspect for dents, damage or outof round10.2.7Tires Inspect for cuts wear andbulgingBasic tire maintenanceSections 6.4, 6.4.1, 6.4.2, 6.4.3,6.4.4, 6.4.5, 6.4.6, 6.4.7, 6.4.8,6.4.9, 6.4.10, 6.4.11, 6.6 & 10.2.6Inspection and Service each 6 Months or 6,000 MilesItem Inspection/Service Manual Section ReferenceTires Rotate @ 5,000 miles Section 10.2.6Wheels• UNSEALED Bearings (Hubs)Check and confirm free running.Replace if not.Disassemble / inspect / as-semble and repack. Replacepromptly if immersed in waterSection 10.2.7 & 10.2.8Section 10.2.8.1