Wheels and tires

WARNING

Always lock the sliding suspension. Failure to lock the sliding suspension when operating or parking the trailer can cause a loss of vehicle control, property damage, serious injury, or death.

Wheels and tires

Refer to the following diagram for each component of the wheel assembly. Install the rims and wheels properly to ensure safe operation of the trailer and economical, trouble-free service. Also, use only the specified sizes of studs and nuts.

™ NOTE Every tire has its size, load limit, maximum air pressure, and date of manufacture molded into the sidewall of each tire. The Vehicle Identification Plate (VIN), located on the lower front of the trailer, states the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR), the tire size, the load rating, and inflation pressure. For more information on the VIN plate, refer to “Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)” on page 18.

1 Hub assembly 2 Brake drum 3 Inner wheel (rim and tire) 4 Outer wheel (rim and tire) 5 Lug nuts 6 Hub cap

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About the trailer

WARNING

• To avoid serious accidents that may result in death or serious injury, frequently inspect the tires for the following: - Wear and tear, cuts, and other damage - Nails and other sharp objects stuck in the rubber and stones and other objects lodged between the wheels - Any damaged valve stems - The rated air pressure for safe operation - Adequate tread conditions for safe operation • Before each trip, inspect the wheel-end assembly for loose or missing wheel nuts (lug nuts) and lubricant leaks from wheel hubs to avoid serious wheel-end failures that may result in death or serious injury. For more information on lubricating the wheel-end assembly and tightening the wheel nuts, refer to “Lubricating the wheel-end assembly” on page 110. • Servicing tires and wheel/rim is very dangerous and must only be performed by trained personnel using proper tools and procedures. To obtain more information on tire and wheel servicing, visit the websites of the US Department of Labor and

NHTSA. • Tires must only be inflated while in a restraining device/safety cage. • Tires and wheels are very heavy. Be careful when carrying or handling them. • Always check for any damage to the hubs and wheel ends, and check the oil level before moving the trailer. Cracked or damaged wheels, rims, rings, loose or missing lug nuts or studs can cause wheel loss and result in serious injury or death. • Do not operate the trailer if the rims or rings are excessively damaged or corroded. Also, deflate the tires before removing the rims or wheels from the running gear.