Owner`s manual
DRIVING & SAFETY — 2
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2008 KNIGHT
DRIVING & SAFETY
Section Two contains information on driving
tips, emergency situations, towing, safety
devices, weighing the motorhome and tires.
NOTE
The motorhome has electronic data
recording devices that may record
information about direction, road speed,
engine speed, brake application, steering
attitude or other vehicle operating data.
Data recording devices can be present
in engines, transmissions, ABS (Antilock
Brake Systems) or other systems
affiliated with operation of the vehicle.
Information from data recording devices
can be examined in case of an accident.
Contact the component manufacturer to
learn more about these devices.
Inspections
Differences between a passenger automobile
and a motorhome are signicant. Always be
aware of these differences when traveling.
The key to safely operating a motorhome is
inspection. Undetected problems could cause
problems on the road and may result in lost time
and increased repair costs. Several states require
a special license endorsement and motorhome
inspection prior to registration. Know and
observe the laws of the states in which you will
be traveling. Laws may vary from state to state.
A systematic inspection conducted prior to
moving the motorhome can help ensure nothing
is overlooked and will assist in familiarizing
the owner with the motorhome. Prior to moving
the motorhome perform a general inspection.
Examine the condition of the motorhome and
the surrounding area. Look high and low when
walking around the motorhome.
Familiarize Yourself
Because the location of the driver’s seat in
the motorhome is higher and farther to the left
than most vehicles, a different perspective of
the roadway is created. Rely on the outside
mirrors to line up with the center of the road
and to check conditions behind the motorhome.
The dashboard may include more gauges and
controls than are normally found in passenger
automobiles. Become familiar with these gauges
and their indications before starting out.
Mirror Adjust
Adjust the mirrors prior to
starting out. Have an assistant
help to simplify the mirror
adjustment process.
Mirror Adjusting:
Tools needed: Allen wrench,
at blade screw
driver and socket
wrench.
Adjust the driver
seat to the travel
position.
Remove plug at
the bottom of the
arm.
Use the socket wrench to loosen the bolt
located at the base of the arm. (See point
A on the drawing.)
Adjust the mirror for a clear side view of
the coach.
Tighten the bolt once the proper
adjustment is made.
Reinstall the plug.
To adjust the “head” of the mirror, loosen
the set screws located below the mirror
shown as point B. Adjust the head of the
mirror to the left or right.
Manually adjust the bottom section of the
mirror.
Tighten set screws once the proper
adjustment is made.
Repeat procedure for passenger side
mirror.
NOTE
Use the mirror adjust switch located on
the driver’s console to fine tune the view.
Safety Seat Belts
All occupants must be furnished with and
use seat belts while the motorhome is moving.
The driver’s seat, and all other seats designed
to carry passengers while the motorhome is in
motion, are equipped with safety seat belts. DO
NOT occupy beds or seats that are not equipped
with a safety belt while the motorhome is in
motion. The driver’s seat must be locked in the
forward facing position while motorhome is in
motion. DO NOT use a seat belt on more than
one person.
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Mirror Adjust
Switch on
Driver’s
Console