Fleetwood Expedition 2009 User manual

FLEETWOOD
Driven to Explore
EXPEDITI~N'
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mitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or by any infor-
mation storage or retrieval system without written pennission from Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc.
IMPORTANT -PLEASEREAD: Product information, photography and illustrations included in this manual were as
accurate as possible at the time of publication. Materials, design, and specifications are subject to change without
notice. Fleetwood has designed its recreational vehicles for a variety
of customer uses. Each vehicle features optimal
seating, sleeping, storage, and fluid capacities. The user is responsible for selecting the proper combination
of loads
(Le. occupants, equipment, fluids, cargo, etc.) to ensure that the vehicle's weight capacities are not exceeded.
Manufactudng subsidiaries
of Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc. build the following motor homes and travel trailers:
American Allegiance·American
Eagle' American Heritage· American Tradition' Backpack' Bounder· Bounder
Diesel' Compass' DiscovelY • Excursion· Expedition· Fiesta' Fonnula • Gearbox' Icon' Jamboree' Mallard'
Nitrous' Orbit· Pace Arrow' Pegasus' Pioneer' Providence' Prowler·
Pulse' Quantum· Redline • Regal'
Revolution LE • Southwind • Tetra' Terry· Tioga' Wilderness

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INTRODUCTION . .................... .01·1
Inspect and Maintain ................... 01-2
Planning and Preparation ................ 01-2
Owner's Information Package
............ 01-2
Chassis and Vehicle Identification ......... 01-3
Suspension Alignment and Tire Balance .... 01-3
After-Market Steering Aid Devices ........ 01-4
Warnings, Terms and Concepts for
Safe Operation of Your Motor Home '" .01-4
Event Data Recording Device
(If Equipped) ....................... 01-6
Drivers License Requirements ........... 01-6
WARRANTY .......................... 02-1
Coverage Provided .................... 02-1
What is Not Covered by This Wananty '" .02-1
Limitations ........................... 02-2
Your Rights Under State Law ............ 02-2
Dealer's Obligations ................... 02-2
Owner's Obligations
................... 02-2
Manufacturer's Obligations .............. 02-2
Wananty Service
...................... 02-3
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .02-4
IMPORTANT NOTICES ............... .03·1
EXPEDITION INFORMATION . ........ .04·1
Lamps and Bulbs ..................... 04-1
Motor Home Fuses and Circuit Breakers ... 04-1
Driver's Controls ...................... 04-2
ON THE ROAD ........................ 05-1
Motor Home Loading .................. 05-1
Responsibility for Proper Loading ...... 05-1
Some Definitions First ................ 05-1
Towing a Vehicle or Trailer ("Towed
Load or Towed Unit") .............. 05-2
Suggested Owners Manual addendum for
weight distribution hitches ......... .05-2
Dinghy Towing ....................... 05-4
Towed Vehicle Wiring .................. 05-5
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Occupant and Cargo Carrying Capacity
and Load Distribution .............. 05-6
How to Weigh Your Loaded Motor Home .. 05-6
Dangers of Overloading .............. 05-8
Loading Tips ....................... 05-8
Tires ................................ 05-9
Tire Inflation ....................... 05-9
Air Pressure . ...................... 05-10
Underinflation ..................... 05-10
Air Pressure Check . ................ 05-10
Tire Replacement . .................. 05-11
If You Get a Flat Tire . ............... 05-11
Changing a Flat Tire . ............... 05-11
Seats and Seat Belts
.................. 05-11
Air Bags (If Equipped) .............. 05-12
Combination Lop and Shoulder Belts . .. 05-12
Safety BeltMaintenance ............. 05-12
Safety Restraints for Children . ........ 05-13
Safety Beltsfor Children . ............ 05-13
Child Seat Tethers .................. 05-13
Driving and Vehicle Control ............ 05-14
Using the Engine to Slow the
Motor Home .
.................... 05-15
Maneuvering in Traffic ................ 05-15
Rear View Video Monitor (If Equipped) ... 05-16
Body Undercoating ................ " .05-16
Fuel and Fuel Systems
................. 05-16
Fuel Types and Driveability Issues . .... 05-17
API Refueling Advisory ............... 05-17
Engine Fan .......................... 05-17
Exhaust System Heat .................. 05-17
Engine Temperature Gauges ............ 05-18
Carbon Monoxide Safety Precautions ..... 05-18
Carbon Monoxide Detector/Alarm ..... 05-19
Emergency Towing ................... 05-19
LIVING WITH YOUR MOTOR HOME .. •06·1
Leveling System (IfEquipped) ........... 06-1
Air Dump System ..................... 06-1
Power Entry Step (If Equipped) .......... 06-1
Manual Stepwell Cover (If Equipped) ..... 06-2
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Table of Contents
Hydraulic Stepwell Cover (IfEquipped) ... 06-2 External Fresh Water Hookup . ......... 07-1
Stepwell Cover Operation . ............ 06-2 Filling the On-Board Water Tank
....... 07-1
Entry and Screen Doors ................. 06-2 Draining the Fresh Water Tank .
........ 07-2
Patio Awning
(If Equipped) .............. 06-2 Water Pump .
....................... 07-2
Windows ............................ 06-2 Water Pump Filter .
.................. 07-2
Low PointDrains . ................... 07-2
Troubleshooting the Fresh Water System .. 07-3
Leaks . ............................ 07-3
Sanitizing the Fresh Water System . ...... 07-3
Exterior Shower (If Equipped) ......... 07-4
Drinking Water Filter System
(If Equipped) ..................... 07-4
Emergency ExitWindow(s) ............ 06-3
Remote Mirror Control ................. 06-3
Sun Visors
(If Equipped) ................ 06-3
Power Sun Visors (IfEquipped)
.......... 06-3
Pull Shades (IfEquipped)
............... 06-3
Day/Night Shades (If Equipped) ........ 06-3
Mini-Blinds (IfEquipped) ............... 06-4 Waste Water System
................... 07-4
Storage
.............................. 06-4 Toilet
............................. 07-4
Exterior Compartments . .............. 06-4 Draining the Holding Tanks
........... 07-5
Interim'Storage ..................... 06-4 Black Tank Flush System
(If Equipped) .. 07-6
Slide-Out Rooms
(If Equipped) .......... 06-5 Holding Tank Care
.................. 07-6
Interior and Furnishings ................ 06-5 Cold Weather Usage
................. 07-7
Dinette Conversioll (with Built-in Table)
(If Equipped) ..................... 06-5 ELECTRICAL
SySTEMS ............... 08-1
Dinette Conversion (with Free-Standing Batteries
............................. 08-1
Table) (If Equipped) ............... 06-6 Chassis 12-Volt Electrical System ......... 08-1
Sofa Conversion (If Equipped) ......... 06-6 Chassis Bulbs
and Fuses . ............. 08-1
Sleeper Sofa Conversion (If Equipped) ... 06-6 Fleetwood 12-Volt House and Automotive
Folding Doors/Privacy Curtain System
............................ 08-1
Dividers ......................... 06-6
Interior Lighting .................... 06-6
Overhead Vents ..................... 06-6
Folding Chairs (If Equipped) .......... 06-7
Free-Standing Furniture (If Equipped) ... 06-7
BattelY Disconnect (If Equipped) ....... 08-1
BattelY Inspection and Care . .......... 08-2
Battery Charging . ................... 08-2
Solar Panel (If Equipped) ............. 08-3
Selecting a ReplacementBattelY ........ 08-3
Monitor Panel
........................ 06-7 AuxiliaJY Start System
(If Equipped) ..... 08-3
Effects of Permanent Occupancy ......... 06-8
Condensation and How to Control It .... 06-8 120-Volt System
...................... 08-3
Power Inverter . ..................... 08-4
Dripping Ceiling Vents .............. 06-10 Power Converter
.................... 08-4
Important Information ................. 06-10 GroundFault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)
.. 08-4
What the RV Owner Can Do .......... 06-10 Generator
......................... 08-5
Fire Safety .......................... 06-12 Generator Operating Safety Precautions
.. 08-5
Fire Safety Precautions
.............. 06-12 Generator Fuel Supply
............... 08-6
Smoke DetectoriAlaJw . .............. 06-13 Generator Operations
................ 08-6
Automatic Generator Start Control
PLUMBING SYSTEMS
AND HOLDING TANKS ............... 07-1 System
(If Equipped) ............... 08-6
Main Features ...................... 08-6
Fresh Water System .................... 07-1
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Energy Management System -50 AMP For
Additional Application ............... 08-7
Electrical Wiring Diagrams
.............. 08-7
PROPANE SYSTEM . .................. . 09·1
Propane Safety Precautions .............. 09-1
System Components
................... 09-2
Hoses .
............................ 09-2
Propane Regulator .
.................. 09-2
AccessOlY Propane Supply (If Equipped) .09-2
Using Propane System at Low
Temperatures
....................... 09-3
Filling Propane Tanks
.................. 09-3
Propane System Check ................. 09-3
Propane Leak Detector/Alarm ............ 09-3
Lighting Propane Appliances
............ 09-4
APPLIANCES ......................... 10 .. 1
Water Heater ......................... 10-1
Water Heater Bypass Valve
............ 10-1
Refrigerator
......................... .10-1
Furnace
........................... .. 10-1
Range
............................... 10-2
Range Exhaust Hood
................... 10-2
Heat Pump(s) (IfEquipped)
............. 10-2
Air Conditioner(s)
(If Equipped) .......... 10-3
Televisions and DVD Players
(If Equipped) ....................... 10-3
Additional 12-Volt Equipment
........... 10-3
Video Equipment
..................... .10-3
Video Control Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
.. 10-3
TV Antenna
......................... .10-3
Antenna Operating Instructions
........... 10-4
Satellite DishAntenna
(If Equipped) ...... 10-4
Telephone Jack (IfEquipped)
............ 10-4
Microwave Oven
(If Equipped) .......... .10-5
Washer/Dryer-Ready
................... 10-5
Miscellaneous Appliances
.............. .10-5
Table of Contents
MAINTENANCE ....................... 11·1
Exterior ............................. 11-1
Stains ............................. 11-1
Sealant Renewal .................... 11-2
Exterior Sealants
...................... 11-2
Exterior Graphics Care .
.............. 11-2
Vinyl Front
End Mask (If Equipped) ..... 11-2
Windows, Doors, Vents alld Locks .
...... 11-3
TPO Roof System ..................... 11-3
Cleaning .
.......................... 11-3
Care
... ..................... , ..... 11-3
DoOl; Window, Roof Component
and Molding Resealing
............. 11-3
AClylic Assist Handles
(If Equipped) ...... 11-3
Interior
.............................. 11-4
Fabrics
............................ 11-4
Solid SUlface Top Care (If Equipped) .... 11-4
Laminate
Top Care (If Equipped) ....... 11-4
Walls alld Ceiling Panels .
............. 11-4
Attaching Accessories to Your
Motor Home .
..................... 11-4
Plastic/Fiberglass Shower Stall .
........ 11-5
Floors and Cmpeting
................ 11-5
Wood Floor
(If Equipped) ............. 11-5
Engine Access
...................... 11-5
Generator Filters
..................... .11-5
Windshield Wipers and Washer
........... 11-5
Maintenance Guideline
................. 11-6
STORAGE ............................ 12-1
Storage Checklists ..................... 12-1
Short-
Tom Storage (Less than 60 days) .. 12-1
Long-Tenn Storage (Over 60 days) ..... 12-2
Winterization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-2
Water System Winterizing
............. 12-3
Reactivating the Motor Home
After Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-4
GLOSSARY .......................... .13·1
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Welcome to the recreational vehicle life-style
and the growing family
of motor home owners.
We sincerely thank you for choosing a
Fleetwood motor home!
.1'1
NOTE 1
This manual describes many features of your RV and
includes some instructions for its safe use. This man-
ual, includingphotographs andillustrations, is of agen-
eral nature only. Some equipment and features
described or shown in this manual may be optional or
because of the continuous program of productchange
conducted
by Fleetwood, itispossible thatrecentprod-
uct changes maynotbe included.
.1'1 NOTE 1
Throughout this manual the term "RV" represents a
"Recreational Vehicle" as defined by the NFPA 1192.
This includes motor homes, fifth wheel trailers, travel
trailers, camping trailers, recreational park trailers,
and truck campers.
A WARNING
Failure to follow proper procedures or install proper
equipment can result in property damage, injury
andlor death.
INTRODUCTION
Your motor home has been designed to provide
you with years
of carefree, pleasant traveling
and vacationing.
It conforms with, or exceeds,
applicable National Fire Protection Association
(NFPA), Canadian Standards Association (CSA)
(units built for Canada only), Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS), Environ-
mental Protection Agency (EPA) and Califol'llia
Air Resources Board (CARB) regulations. The
seal attached
just outside the entry door indi-
cates compliance with NFPA or CSA standards.
Like all equipment, your motor home will require
care and regular maintenance in order to deliver
maximum value and pelformance. The dealer will
give you basic operating and maintenance
instlUC-
tions. However, supplement this by reading all
instlUctional material(s) furnished with the motor
home in the Owner's Information Package and
the motor home Chassis Operator's/
Owner's Guide/Manual. This infOlmation out-
lines important areas
of operation and mainte-
nance for you to follow for safe, trouble-free serv-
ice from your motor home. Study these materials
carefully. A good working knowledge
of your
motor home and how to care for it will help you
enjoy many miles and years
of recreational living.
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Introduction
If you have any questions regarding operation,
maintenance, or service, please contact your
dealer immediately so
he can assist you. Your
dealer's Service or Sales Depmtment will handle
any normal problems which might occur.
Some equipment and features described or
shown in this manual may be optional or not
available on some models.
Because
of the continuous program of product
improvement conducted by Fleetwood, it is pos-
sible that recent product changes may not be
included in this manual. Specifications may
change without notice. Product information,
illustrations and photography included in this
Owner's Manual were as accurate
as possible at
the time
of publication, and are representative of
function and mayor may not be specific in their
depiction
of actual equipment, fabrics, interior
or exterior decor or design options as installed
on or
in your recreational vehicle.
The instructions included in this manual are
intended as a guide, and in no respect extend the
responsibilities
of the manufacturing subsidiary,
parent company or affiliates beyond the standard
written warranty as presented in this manual.
Fleetwood has designed its recreational vehicles
to provide a vm'iety
of uses for its customers.
Each vehicle features optimal seating, sleeping,
storage and fluid capacities. The user is respon-
sible for selecting the proper combination of
loads to ensure that the recreational vehicle's
capacities are not exceeded.
INSPECT AND MAINTAIN
Follow a consistent schedule of inspection and
maintenance for your motor home. Your contin-
uing safety and comfort depend on it. This man-
ual includes a section outlining maintenance
intervals.
If you follow the maintenance guide-
lines, you will minimize the possibility of fail-
ure of any important system or part of your
motor home.
01-2
PLANNING AND PREPARATION
Each year millions of Americans embark on
trips using some type
of recreational vehicle.
Proper planning of your trip will ensure a pleas-
urable experience. A thorough knowledge of
your RV is important if you are going to get the
most out
of the convenience and safety items
built into your motor home.
Be as familiar with
it as you are with your personal car or truck. If
you have trouble or have questions, please con-
sult your dealer.
OWNER'S INFORMATION
PACKAGE
This package contains valuable documents about
your motor home and its equipment and systems.
This Owner's Manual and the Chassis
Operator's Manual are in the package. Since this
manual does not cover
evelY possible detail of
equipment and options installed on or in your
motor home, there
m'e booklets aIld instructional
material in the package that will help you safely
operate, maintain and troubleshoot those items.
Be sure you readall this information and
understallli the safety and operating instructiollS
illcluded in thepackage. Additionally, you must
follow all maintenance instructions to insure full
wm'l'aIlty coverage. If you decide to sell or trade
your motor home, be sure the new owner receives
all the material in this package.
.II NOTE I
If your Owner's Information Package does not con-
tain these items, even if you purchased your motor
home ''used,'' please call or write Fleetwood and
request
the desired ormissing information.
Fleetwood OwnerRelations
P.O. Box 1007
Decatur, IN 46733
1-800-322-8216

CHASSIS AND VEHICLE
IDENTIFICATION
Several numbers are used to identify the vehicle
and components used
on the vehicle.
The Y.I.N. or Vehicle Identification Number is
assigned by the chassis manufacturer and is the
number used for vehicle registration. The Y.I.N.
is found on the Federal Celtification Tag attached
in the driver's compattment. Refer to this infor-
mation when ordering parts from the chassis
manufacturer or chassis dealer service center.
The F.I.N.or Fleetwood Identification Number is
located on the tag
just outside the main entry
door or
on the outside left front side of the motor
home. Use this number when ordering patts
through your Fleetwood dealer.
(Example)
FEDERAL CERTIFICATION TAG
MFDSY:
DATE MFD:
INC VEH MFD BY:
DATE OF VEH MFD:
G_
KG,
,.,
FRONTOA.WR: KG,
CB,
wm"
'"".
TlRESAT: KPA
COLD SINGLE
,
PSI)
INTERMEDIATE
KG,
,.,
GAWR:
WITH,
Rll,IS
TIRES AT: KPACOLO
, PSI)
REARGAWR:
KG,
,.,
WITH'
"""
TIRES AT: KPA COLD DUAL
, PSI)
OAWRCOMBINEO
INTERMEDIATE
AND REAR:
KG'
,.,
THIS VEHlCLE HAS BEEN COMPLETEO IN ACCOROANCEWITH THE
PRIOR MANUFACTURERS' IVD WHERE APPUCABLE. THIS VEHiCLE
CONFORMS TO ALL APPlCABLE FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLe SAFETY
STANDARDS, IN EFFECT IN
V.LN,
TYPE VEHlCLE: MULTI·PURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE
The llres and wlleels with sizes and ratings deSignated abow have ~
equIppedwith this vehIcle by F[attwood. Any replso;ernenl IIrea Installed
must n'lNttha sama sp«lflcatJons and minimum load ,equlremenls.
FLEE1WOOD ENTERI'RISfS, INC.
PRODUCT: YEAR: MODEL:
FlN: p.lcrrd> ()jjcg2.T,s)
GROSSVEffiClEViElGHTRATING(GWIRj ( )
FACTORYIVElGHTON ( )
OCCUPANT AND CARGO CARRYiNG CAPACITY ()
FULLfRESHWATERTANK: ~ @ Ib'gol ()
G!lOSS COIJ8JlED I-\'EIGHT RATING (GC'MI) ()
IJAXGROSSTO\\"£OWElGHT ( )
MAX. TOOGUE WElGHT ( )
!.!OlORHOIlE OCCUPANT AN.DCARGO CARRYING CAPACITY
"'"
THE COIdBI~'ED WElGHT OF OCCWANTS A~'O CARGO SHotJ1.0 NEVER EXCEEO:
kg or Ibs
~ty~equlp~ uatmg~city:
CAUTION:
AMkOOofW'il:u~als kgor lbsofCM\}O@lk!O-'L( lbfgaf)aIldtMtongw
vreIght of a t~ lraiIM counts as carBO
CAUTION: LOAD CARRYlI/O CAPACITY REDUCED
Modlficatl~ns to ItJsWlIcl.l hie r~eOO lila orlgIMlload canyIng e.1p,!clty lrj
__________ ~~ J~
Located in the driver's compartment.
Introduction
SUSPENSION ALIGNMENT
AND TIRE
BALANCE
The front suspension and steering system of this
vehicle was accurately aligned
at the factory
before delivery to the dealership. However, after
you have fully loaded the vehicle according to
your personal needs, have the alignment
checked and adjusted,
if necessaty. To help pre-
vent uneven tire wear, check the front-end align-
ment periodically.
Please note thatfront-end alignment after
retail delivery is the owner's responsibility alld
is not covered underthe warranty.
(Example)
FLEETWOOD.
MOTOR HOMES
OF
PLAN APPROVAL NO.
,---- F.I.N.
MFD.ID. NO.
DATE OF MFR. MO:
INC.
MODEL
YR:
Located on the left of the main ently
door or on exterior leftfront side of
the motor home.
~ F.I.N. (Fleetwood Identification No.)
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Introduction
Excessive or abnormal tire wear may indicate
worn or misaligned suspension or steering com-
ponents, unbalanced or improperly inflated
tire(s) or some other tire/suspension problem.
Alignment can be affected
by worn steer-
ing/suspension parts or road hazards such as hit-
ting a curb, pothole, railroad track, etc.
Improper alignment can cause tires to roll at an
angle and wear unevenly.
It may also cause the
vehicle to "pull" to the right or left.
Out-of-balance tires will not roll smoothly and
will cause annoying vibrations and uneven tread
wear such as cupping
or flat spots. If you see
uneven tire tread wear
or ifthe vehicle ride
comfort decreases, the tires may need to be bal-
anced.
See the Chassis Operator's/Owner's Guide!
Manual for more information.
AFTER-MARKET STEERING AID
DEVICES
Fleetwood does not sanction or condone the
installation of any steering aid device that is not
approved
by our chassis manufacturer's. Any
add-on device
of this type may void the chassis
manufacturer's warranty on the item
or items
affected.
WARNINGS, TERMS AND
CONCEPTS FOR SAFE
OPERATION OF YOUR MOTOR
HOME
Vehicle Crash
01-4
Like any other vehicle you may drive, your
motor home can be involved in a vehicle
crash, including a rollover. The motor home
will
be damaged and you and others can be
injured or killed. Drive defensively at all
times.
DO NOT drive if you are tired, have
been drinking alcoholic beverages, are under
the influence
of any controlled substance, or
are taking any medication or dtugs that may
impair your sight, hearing, judgment or coor-
dination. Pull offthe road and park in a safe
area until you can drive safely.
Vehicle Handling
Your motor home is longer, wider and
higher than a typical car or !luckyou may
be accustomed to driving. Keep this in
mind as you become familiar with driving
your motor home. New motor home own-
ers should take special care to learn the
driving and handling characteristics
of your
vehicle
in safe and familiar surroundings.
The distribution
of the weight of your
motor home is designed so it will handle
safely while being driven.
• When loading the motor home, balance
the loadfront-to-rear
and side-to-side.
• Load
and secure heavier items lower in
the storage areas than lighter items.
If you fail to properly load your belongings and
supplies, you will defeat the load distribution
design
of the motor home, possibly leading to
handling problems and a vehicle crash.
Vehicle Response
When you, the driver, accelerate, brake or
steer the motor home,
it responds to these
inputs. If you are faced with an emergency
while driving, the way you respond to the
emergency and the way the motor home
responds becomes more critical.
If you
load, alter or maintain your motor home
improperly,
it will not respond as it did
when you first received it in an unloaded
condition. Improper loading, alteration,
maintenance
and improper driver
responses to emergency conditions can
lead
to handlingproblems alld vehicle
crashes.
Vehicle Towing
Your motor home can be equipped with a
hitch designed to allow you to tow vehicles

or other loads behind your motor home.
The maximum amount
of weight your
motor home can pull
or stop is determined
by the manufacturer
of the chassis on
which your motor home is built. Check the
Chassis Operator's/Owner's Guide!
Manual provided by the motor home chas-
sis manufacturer for the limits on the
weight you can
tow.
.1'1 NOTE 1
In most cases the GCWR of the chassis and the fin·
ished motorhome are the same. In some cases, due
to the equipped hitch receiver, the GCWR may be
reduced. Please refer
to the Federal Certification Tag
postedin your motorhome for the rated GCWR.
If the Chassis Operator's/Owner's Guide/
Manual equipped with your motor home
does not provide specific information on
towing weight limits,
it is strongly recom-
mended that the towed vehicle or trailer be
equipped with a properly installed and oper-
ating supplemental brake control system
that operates in combination with the brakes
on your motor home.
o You may be able to increase the weight of
any towed load by properly installing on the
towed load a supplemental brake control
system that operates with your motor
home's braking system. Even with addi-
tional brakes, you cannot tow more than the
GTW or GCWR for the chassis under your
motor home. Again, check the Chassis
Operator's/Owner's Guide!Manual.
o You CANNOT increase the towed weight
limit by changing the size
of your hitch.
o Propedy load what you tow to avoid a
vehicle crash.
o Do not attempt to tow something that is
too heavy for your chassis.
o When driving in mountainous areas,
look for and obey highway signs con-
cerning grades and curves. Your <hiving
experience when pulling and stopping a
Introduction
towed unit on mountain roads will be very
different from what you experience on
level ground.
• State laws in the United States and provin-
ciallaws in Canada vary concerning towing
equipment requirements and limits. Check
the laws in the areas where you anticipate
traveling.
Alterations to Your Motor Home
Many motor home owners like to add a
personal touch to their motor home. But
there is a difference between changing how
your motor home looks versus how it
handles or responds to driver inputs.
If you
expect to make any type
of alteration to
your motor home, consult a professional
who understands the correct way to do the
alteration and how the alteration will
change
or affect the stability, handling,
vehicle response, and overall performance
and safety
of your motor home. An
improper alteration that affects vehicle
handling orresponse call cause a vehicle
crash,
and allY improper alteration to the
electrical or Propane systems call cause a
fire
and can endanger your motor home
and its occupants. Fleetwood, your chassis
and other manufacturers stand behind the
motor home
as delivered - NOT as altered
by someone else.
Warning Devices
Your motor home is equipped with warning
devices. Check them before a trip for
proper operation. A disabled warning
device cannot warn you or vehicle occu-
pants of a life-threatening danger. Keep
them working and respond to them quickly.
Examples
of These Devices Include:
o Carbon Monoxide Detector!Alarm
o Propane Detector!Alarm
o Smoke Detector!Alarm
o Seat BeltWarnings
o Hazard Flashers
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Introduction
• Brake Warning
• Engine Warning
EVENT DATA RECORDING DEVICE
(If Equipped)
SPECIAL NOTICE: Vehicle Event Data
Recording Capabilities.
Motor homes equipped with driver/passenger
airbags, Navigational or Vehicle Avoidance
Systems and/or equipped with celtain other
electronic devices may be equipped with event
data recording capabilities.
Your motor home is built on a vehicle chassis
supplied by an automotive manufacturer. For
diagnostic and safety related reasons, this chas-
sis comes equipped with electronic modules
(devices).
Certain electronic modules have the capability
to record information about the vehicle driver
, ,
and passenger such as engine performance,
braking performance, vehicle location, vehicle
speed, and occupant seat belt use, or other data.
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The data stored in the electronic modules may
be retrieved by authorized patties using special-
ized equipment, for vehicle diagnostic or acci-
dent investigation purposes.
Please refer to the chassis manufacturer owner's
guide and/or (ifequipped) electronic device
manufacturers owner's guide(s), for further
details on event data recording capabilities.
DRIVERS LICENSE
REQUIREMENTS:
Some states require either an endorsement or a
different class
of drivers license to operate or
tow a recreational vehicle. License classes are
often based on the size
of the vehicle you wish
to drive or the weight
of the trailer you wish to
tow. Please refer to your home states vehicle
drivers license authority to determine
if there is
such a requirement.

LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
For Motor Homes Manufactured by Subsidiaries of Fleetwood
Enterprises, Inc., Sold in the United States and Canada
COVERAGE PROVIDED
Your new motor home, including the structure,
plumbing, heating and electrical systems, all
appliances and equipment installed
by the man-
ufacturer, is warranted under normal use to
be
free from manufacturing defects in material or
workmanship.
The warranty covers the first retail purchaser
and all transferees during the warranty period.
The warranty begins
on the date of original
retail delivery or the date the motor home is first
placed into service as a rental, commercial or
demonstrator unit (whichever occurs first) "Start
Date"and extends for the following periods:
1. For non-structural defects, one (1) year
from the Start Date or until the motor home
reaches 15,000 total miles as determined
by the mileage shown on the odometer,
whichever occurs first.
2. For structural defects, three (3) years from
the Stalt Date or until the motor home
reaches 50,000 total miles as determined
by the mileage shown on the odometer,
whichever occurs first. StlUctural defects
are defined only as the motor home's roof
structure, sub-floor stlUcture, and
Vacubond® walls.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY
THIS WARRANTY
This warranty does not cover:
1. The automotive chassis system (including
the chassis and drive train), tires and batter-
ies, all
of which are covered by the sepa-
rate warranties
of the respective manufac-
turers of these components.
2. Defects caused by or related to:
a. Abuse, misuse, negligence or accident;
b. Failure to comply with instructions con-
tained in the Owner's In/ormation
Package;
c. Alteration or modification of the motor
home;
d. Environmental conditions (salt, hail,
chemicals
in the atmosphere, etc.)
3. Normal deterioration due to wear or expo-
sure, such as sealants, fading
of exterior
surfaces, fabrics, drapes, and carpet wear,
etc.
4. Motor homes on which the odometer read-
ing has been altered.
5. Normal maintenance and service items,
such as light bulbs, fuses, sealants, lubri-
cants, etc.
6. Appearance imperfections, or damage to
paint, graphics, exterior materials, or
upholstery that may have occurred prior to
delivery and are normally corrected during
the delivery inspection process at the man-
ufacturing plant
or at the dealership.
7. Transportation to and from dealer location.
S. FLEETWOOD SHALL NOT BE LIABLE
FOR ANY (1) INCIDENTAL OR CONSE-
QUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING
BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY CLAIMS
FOR PROPERTY DAMAGE, LOSS OF
USE, LOSS OFVALUE, LOSS OF
INCOME, LOSS OF TIME, INCONVEN-
IENCE, COMMERCIAL LOSS, BUS
FARES, VEHICLE RENTAL, INCIDEN-
TAL CHARGES SUCH AS TELEPHONE
CALLS OR HOTELBILLS, (2) ANY
OTHER PROPERTY DAMAGE CAUSED
OR ALLEGED TO BE CAUSED BY
MOLD, MILDEW, FUNGUS, DRY ROT
OR ANY MICROBIAL MATTER,
OR (3)
LEGAL FEES OR EXPENSES.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or lim-
itation ofincidental or consequential dam-
ages, so the above limitation or exclusion may
not apply to you.
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LIMITATIONS
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING,
BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED
WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY
AND FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO
THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN
WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow restrictions on how
long
an implied warranty lasts, so this limita·
tion may not apply to you.
The manufacturer is not responsible for any
undertaking, representation or warranty
made by any dealer or other person beyond
those expressly set forth in this warranty.
YOUR RIGHTS UNDER STATE LAW
This warranty gives you specific legal rights,
and you may also have other rights which
vary from state to state.
DEALER'S OBLIGATIONS
By agreement with the manufacturer, the dealer
is obligated
to maintain the motor home prior to
retail sale, to perform a detailed predelivery
inspection and to repair or replace any parts
necessalY to correct defects in material or work-
manship.
OWNER'S OBLIGATIONS
The owner is responsible for normal mainte-
nance as described in the Owner's Information
Package; ; however, minor adjustments (such as
adjustments to the interior or exterior doors,
cabinet latches,
TV antenna control, etc.) will be
performed by the dealer during the first 90 days
after delivety. Thereafter, such adjustments are
the responsibility
of the owner as normal main-
tenance unless required as a direct result of
repair or replacement of a defective Palt under
this
WalTanty.
If a problem occurs which the owner believes is
covered
by this warranty, the owner shall con-
tact the selling dealer, or other authorized
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dealer, giving sufficient information to resolve
the matter.
Written notice
of defects must be given to the
selling dealer or manufacturer within thirty (30)
days of discovety by owner but no later than ten
(l0) days after the expiration of the walTanty
period. The owner shall deliver the motor home
to the dealer or an authorized Fleetwood dealer
location for watl'anty service. See "Warranty
Service," page 2-3, for additional details.
To the extent allowed or not prohibited by appli-
cable law, the manufacturer requires that the
owner first provide it with direct written notifi-
cation of any alleged unrepaired defect, or any
other dissatisfaction experienced with the motor
home so the manufacturer has the opportunity to
cure the problem or dissatisfaction itself. Giving
the manufacturer this direct notice and opportu-
nity to cure enables the manufacturer to supple-
ment prior efforts by its authorized dealers so any
ongoing problem
or dissatisfaction can be
resolved or addressed by the manufacturer. The
manufacturer's written notice should
be mailed
to: Fleetwood
Owner Relations
P.O. Box 1007
Decatur, IN 46733
MANUFACTURER'S OBLIGATIONS
Upon receipt of notice of a claim, where the
dealer was unable or unwilling to resolve the
problem, a Fleetwood Service Center will repair
or replace any parts necessmy to correct defects
in material
or workmanship.
For motor homes manufactured by the following
subsidiaries
of Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc.:
Fleetwood
Motor Homes of California, Inc.
Fleetwood Motor Homes of Indiana, Inc.
Fleetwood
Motor Homes of Pennsylvania, Inc.
For Customer Service assistance, contact:
Fleetwood
Owner Relations
P.O. Box 1007
DecatU1; IN 46733
1·800·322·8216

Ford Chassis Assistance:
1·800·444·3311
Workhorse Chassis Assistance:
1·877·294·6773
Spartan Motor Chassis
Customer Assistance:
1·800·543·4334
Freightliner Chassis Assistance:
1·800·385·4357
WARRANTY SERVICE
If you need warranty service or warranty
information, please see the booklets and other
documents included in your Owner's
Information Package. If you have any questions
about the watTanty or what
it does or does not
cover, please contact Fleetwood Owner
Relations.
As a part of the predelivery inspection
procedure, the dealer is responsible for road
testing the motor home, noting and correcting
any steering problems and setting correct tire
pressures before
delivelY.
Fleetwood and its subsidiaries will not be
responsible for front endalignment after this
predelivery inspection has beenperformed.
For warranty service, you should return your
motor home to the selling dealer.
If this is not
possible, you may contact any other authorized
Fleetwood motor home dealer. The service
department at any
of the locations listed at the
back
of this manual can help you find a dealer
in your
at·ea.
If, for some reason, a problem is not handled to
your satisfaction:
1. Discuss any warranty·related problems
directly with the manager andlor owner
of
the dealership, giving them an 0ppOllunity
to help the service department resolve the
matter for you.
2. If a problem at'ises that has not been
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resolved to your satisfaction by your local
dealer, contact Fleetwood Owner Relations.
The locations are listed in the back
of this
manual. Please contact the one nearest you.
3. We sincerely believe that your dealer and
the
factOlY representative will be able to
solve any problem which might arise.
If
their combined efforts are not satisfactOlY,
please send a letter describing the
circumstances
to:
Fleetwood Owner Relations
P.O.Box 1007
Decatur, IN 46733
Please include the brand name and serial
number
of your motor home. The serial
number is located on the identification tag
on your warranty card.
4.
If you wish to call for assistance, please
use this toll·free telephone number:
Fleetwood
Owner Relations
1·800·322·8216
There may be times when your motor home will
need repairs
or patts while you are on the road.
If your motor home is repaired by a non·
authorized repair facility (non·Fleetwood
dealer), be sure to save receipts and especially
any parts that are replaced. These pallS will
usually have to
be returned to your dealer before
you can
be reimbursed for their cost.
Always make a written list
of the motor home
problems
or the specific work you want done. If
you've had work done that is not on your
maintenance log, let the service advisor know.
If you have a long list of service items that need
attention and you need your motor home very
soon, discuss the situation with the service
advisor, listing the items in order
of priority.
This will help the service department manage its
time and will help get you going
as quickly as
possible.
If required work is not covered under
the warranty, your dealer's service depatlment
can help you with getting the COlTect service.
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Warranty
The materials in your Owner's Information
Package Package contain warranty information
and operating instructions on the various
appliances and components in your motor home.
If you do not have operating instructions for a
particular appliance or component, contact your
dealer. Warranty registration cards for these
items should be filled out and mailed as soon as
possible after you take delivelY
of your motor
home. When contacting any
of the equipment
manufacturers, always have the model and serial
numbers available. Appliance identification
numbers will
be found on tags or plates attached
to the appliance.
If you have a warranty or service concern about
the chassis portion
of your motor home, you
may go directly to an authorized chassis dealer
for service. This may save you time and effort
as the chassis warranty is administered
by the
chassis manufacturer. Consult your area
directOlY for an authorized claims dealer. If you
are unsure
if the issue is chassis related, please
contact your Fleetwood dealer.
The motor home has been thoroughly inspected
before shipment. Your dealer is responsible for
performing a complete predelivelY inspection
of
the motor home as specified in the Ownercare
delivelY checkout.
Please refer to the wananty in the front of this
manual.
It explains your rights and obligations,
as well as the rights and obligations
of the dealer
and manufacturer. Please read this section
carefully.
You will be better informed in case you
have a warranty-related problem, and your dealer
will be better able to get you on the road again.
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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect
which could cause a crash, injury,
or death, you
should immediately inform the National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
in addition to notifying Fleetwood Owner
Relations at 1-800-322-8216.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may
open an investigation, and
if it finds that a safety
defect exists
in a group of vehicles, it may order
a recall and remedy campaign.
To contact NHTSA, you may either call the
Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at
1-888-327-4236, (TTY: 1-800-429-9153);
or go to http://www.safercar.gov
or write to:
Administrator
National Highway Traffic
SafetyAdministration
1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE
Washington, DC 20590
You can also obtain other information about
motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.

Please pay close attention to these statements
while you read this Owner's Manual.
In this manual, statements preceded
by the fol-
lowing words are
of special significance:
A. DANGER
indicates an imminently hazardous situation
that,
if not avoided, will result in death or seri-
ous injury.
A. WARNING
indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
A. CAUTION
indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injUlY.
CAUTION
indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which,
if not avoided, may result in damage to
the component or vehicle.
.II NOTE
indicates points of particular interest for more
efficient and convenient operation.
IMPORTANT NOTICES
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EXPEDITION INFORMATION
LAMPS AND BULBS
Interior -12-volt
Ceiling double incandescent ......GE 1141, 12-volt
Ceiling Fluorescent...........................T8l5, 12 volt
Ceiling single incandescent........GE 1141, l2-volt
Floor Light......................................GE 53, 12 volt
Range Hood Light.......GEWB36XlO176, l2-volt
Reading Lamp ............................GE 1383, 12 volt
Table Lamp.................................GE 1076,
12 volt
Vanity light .......................................9019, l2-volt
Wall Lamp ..................................GE 1141, 12 volt
Exterior
Back-up lights ..........................GE 23306, l2-volt
Driver/passenger spotlights ............MRI6, 12-volt
Fog Lamps ............................GE H3
55W, 12-volt
Front clearance lights......................GE 67, l2-volt
Front side marker ......................GE 194A, 12-volt
Front turn signal lights ............................3157 NA
Halogen Light..............................G4
lOW, 12-volt
Headlamp -high beam................GE 9005, 12-volt
Headlamp -low beam.........................
Hll, l2-volt
License plate light ..........................GE 53, 12-volt
Luggage Compartment...............GE 1141, l2-volt
Mid Side Marker ........................GE 1157,
12 volt
Parking light...............................3157
NA, 12-volt
Porch lights...................................GE 923, l2-volt
Rear clearance lights ...................GE 194, 12-volt
Rear Thrn Lights ........................GE 1156, l2-volt
Rear Engine Compartment...........GE 194,
12 volt
Rear Side Marker..........................GE 194,
12 volt
Stop/taillights .............................GE 1157, 12-volt
Utility Compartment.....................GE 194,
12 volt
CAUTIONj
Before relamping, disconnect power source by r~moy
ing fuse or placing circuit breaker and control sWitch In
OFFposition.
Halogen bulbs operate at extremely high temperatures
and pressures and will shatter if not handled correctly.
Always use a soft dry cloth or cotton gloves when han-
dling halogen bulbs.
Do not touch glass area with bare hands. If bulb is
touched with bare hands, wipe the bulb clean with rub-
bing alcohol.
Do not use near flammable or combustible materials
andlor objectswhich maybe sensitiveto fading ordrying.
Use bulbs designed or specific by manufacturer as to
style, wattage and voltage.
MOTOR HOME FUSES AND
CIRCUIT BREAKERS
The 120-volt circuit breakers and 12-volt fuses
are
located on three separate panels. The pur-
pose of these tln·ee panels is to provide electrical
circuit breakers and fuses
to intenupt current
flow
if a circuit is overloaded.
1. 120-volt House Electrical- This electri-
cal panel is located under the bed. This
panel is velY similar to a residential panel
with resettable breakers.
2. FleetwoodAutomotive 12-volt System -
This panel is located on the driver's side
under the hood. This electrical center con-
tains battelY disconnect systems, entry step,
fog light, and some other automotive circuitry.
3. 12-volt Chassis Fuses -This electrical
panel is located under the driver's side dash
area.
WARNING
Do not install 12-volt fuses or 120-volt breakers with
amperage ratings greater than that specified on the
device
or label. Doing so constitutes a fire hazard.
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DRIVER'S CONTROLS
Driver's Armrest
1. Utility Light Switch 5. ICC Switch
2. Auxiliary Start Switch 6. Exhaust Brake Control
3. 2-Speed Fan Switch 7. Transmission Shifter Controls
4. Blank -Spare
1. Keyless Entry Switch -Optional
2. Dash Fan Switch
Passenger's Armrest
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