What is ‘Regular Maintenance’ on my RV Trailer? - Ask RV Supply Thursday

Question:

I bought a new 5th wheel and wanted to know what needs regular maintenance?

Answer:

Regular maintenance is essential for the best performance and life of the appliances and RV systems. Listed below are our suggestions for maintenance.

Monthly:

  • Check the water level in lead-acid batteries.

  • Check the tire pressure.

Yearly:

  • Clean and service the A/C.

  • Clean and service the water heater.

  • Repack bearings and inspect running gear.

  • Inspect roof.

  • LP pressure check.

  • Check the operation, and replace the batteries of the LP Detector, CO2 Detector, Smoke Alarm.

  • Service and test the RV batteries.

  • Lube the slides and check the slide seals.

  • Inspect the coupler and lubricate.

  • Sanitize the freshwater system.

  • Check the power cord head.

  • Check the 7-way trailer plug and clean it with an electrical contact cleaner.

  • Check the awning and slide-topper operation and clean the fabric.

  • Check the torque on your tire lugs.

Every Other Year:

  • Clean and service refrigerator and furnace.

  • Check the charging system and test the batteries.

  • Deep clean holding tanks.

  • Inspect kingpin.

While this list is not exhaustive, it is the perfect place to start.

If you follow the list above, it will take a lot of the hassle out of owning your RV and make your travel adventures more enjoyable.