Pre-Travel Checklist

Pre-Travel Checklist


Ensure your SUV Camper is properly checked before driving off.

Interior

  • Roof and vents closed and locked.
  • All lockers and drawers securely closed and dead bolts engaged.
  • Secure all appliances.
  • Refrigerator packed securely – door locked.
  • Fire extinguisher fitted and locked.
  • Gas bottles turned off – Gas cooker locked and stove top lid secured.


Exterior

  • Tyres – check pressures are appropriate for road conditions
  • Brakes checked and adjusted.
  • Check whether wheel nuts are present and tight (recommended 110 Foot Pounds.)
  • Water tank filled.
  • Lights operating correctly.
  • Wheel bearings checked.
  • Jockey wheel secured.
  • Ball coupling securely locked in position.
  • Doors locked – steps raised.
  • Jacks and support legs raised.
  • Release handbrake – remove wheel chocks if used.
  • Safety chains secured.
  • Adjust towing mirrors.
  • Electric extension between car and trailer attached and checked.
  • 240v electrical lead disconnected.
  • Air con cover flaps are closed or vents taped up.


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