RV Maintenance 101
From short excursions to extra-long vacations, it’s important to keep your RV in tiptop shape before you hit the road. Although RV maintenance can seem overwhelming, it becomes more approachable when you tackle upkeep on your vehicle in parts rather than the whole. Allow our team at Rjourney to give RV maintenance tips and a general upkeep guide about how to conduct routine RV inspections.
RV Engine Check and Electrical System Maintenance
The best place to start in RV maintenance is the engine. This part keeps your journeys going, especially during long-term trips. You’ll want to change your oil and transmission fluids, though the oil must be changed more often. Another item to consider is changing your air filters.
Perform a tune-up as part of your RV electrical system maintenance. This helps make sure your spark plugs, wires, and fuel filters are all working properly.
RV Plumbing Check
Your plumbing and water systems are another essential part of your RV, so it’s important to perform frequent checks on them. First and foremost, look for any leaks as a result of broken pipes or leaking fixtures. Fix these by tightening pipes or patching up and sealing holes. Inspect all your water appliances, such as faucets and hoses, to make sure they are also working properly. Finally, sanitize your water system so bacteria and mold don’t hitch a ride along with you and your family.
RV Exterior and Interior Care
Whether it’s from de-winterizing your RV or coming back from a long vacation, RV exterior care is a vital part of keeping your ride in pristine condition. First, make sure you perform RV tire maintenance by checking the air pressure for any leaks and filling accordingly. Then you’ll want to do a thorough wash and wax to give your RV a much-needed shine. Finally, check for any dings or chips in the exterior, including on your vehicle’s roof.
Even though it’s important to give attention to your RV’s exterior, you shouldn’t ignore your vehicle’s interior. After removing personal items, clean the walls and windows of your vehicle from the inside. Don’t forget about your built-in appliances, such as your fridge, bed, and furniture. On top of that, vacuum all carpeted floors and make sure your RV’s in-vehicle restroom is also in clean shape.
Seasonal RV Maintenance
While some parts of your RV must be checked and cleaned on a regular basis, other parts can wait for after different seasons of travel. Here are some of the important items to maintain on a seasonal basis:
- Conduct a thorough damage check
- Lubricate high-wear metal areas
- Check or replace your water filter
- Inspect propane tanks
- Check windshield wipers
- Test all safety equipment
We recommend you take care of these items every one to six months for the best results possible.
Test Your RV With a Trip to Rjourney
When all is said and done with preventive RV maintenance, it’s time to take a much-needed vacation to Rjourney. With a multitude of resorts across the country, all with on-site amenities and activities, RV camping has never been more enjoyable than with us. Contact us online to book your stay today!