It’s important to keep your RV in top condition. Not only will this help to prevent inconvenient breakdowns of vehicle and equipment, it will give you a better resale value should you decide to sell sometime down the track. It’s a good idea to keep a chart with all the chores that you need to do and when they should be done, on it. That way you won’t forget to do them, and you’ll have proof to give to the buyer.

Tire pressure and wear and motor and transmission oils are an important part of maintenance, but in general, all the same maintenance that you would do with the family car needs to be done to your RV. All belts need to be checked and replaced at regular intervals. It’s a good idea to carry spare ones in case they break when you are out in the wilds. Power steering and brake fluids should be checked and engine coolant topped up.

The water-holding tanks of your RV need to be cleansed properly every few months. To do this drain them and add fresh water with some bleach or vinegar in it. Take the RV for a run to shake the water all around the tanks then turn on every tap including the shower. Make sure you can smell the vinegar or bleach in the water that comes through at each outlet. Drain that water right out, rinse and fill with more fresh water.

The refrigerator and the furnace should be thoroughly checked inside and out. All vents should be thoroughly cleaned and kept free of foreign matter. Roof vents must be checked and kept clean of nests or anything else that could block them. The furnace needs adequate ventilation and bug screens need to be installed.

On the outside of your RV, check for any separation cracks and keep an eye on the hitch/towing unit for loose bolts. Make sure all the lights of both the vehicle and the home unit work properly. Propane gas levels should also be checked.

When it’s time to tuck your RV away for the winter, there are even more maintenance jobs to do. You’ll need two or three gallons of non-toxic anti-freeze. Your owner’s manual will have instructions for your specific unit. The main thing to remember is to drain all water out of your RV home and replace it with anti-freeze. You need to turn all the taps on until a little antifreeze trickles out. Your owner’s manual should tell you the correct procedure for doing this. It’s important to winterize your unit properly or you may have costly maintenance in the spring.

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