A Beginner’s Guide to RV Maintenance

As the proud owner of an RV, you’ll have instant access to comfortable and reliable transportation and accommodation for your camping trips. Your trusty camper is there to take you on various adventures, but in order for it to serve you well, it must be well maintained and kept in good repair. When it comes to RV maintenance, it’s important that you know what to do and how best to do it. Read on to learn what to do to keep your camper in good repair!

Read Your Manual

The best place you can start with camper maintenance is by reading the owner’s manual that comes with your RV. Keep it somewhere that you can easily access it when necessary, as this manual will tell you what needs maintenance and when, as well as what tools you might need to use.

The manual also helps you keep track of any maintenance performed, in addition to any repairs needed or parts you’ve replaced, which can be handy records to have in general, as well as in the event you choose to sell your RV.

Perform an Inspection

First, walk around your RV inside and out to inspect every component, from the roof to the wheels and from the fridge to the generator. Take note of anything that you think will need to be addressed by either you or a professional mechanic. Look for issues such as debris on the roof, water damage in the interior, signs of rust, or sticky slide-outs. It’s best to fix any issues now rather than allowing them to deteriorate further.

Service the Generator and Battery

Don’t let your RV’s generator sit for too long without running it, since the gasoline can break down and become corrosive over time. Run the generator for a few hours at half its capacity each month when your RV is in storage to keep it in good condition.

Before storing your RV, it’s best to remove its battery and keep it on a trickle or tender charger. Set this up in a temperature-controlled place so that it doesn’t freeze or experience extreme temperature fluctuations.

We hope these tips help you to keep your camper in good working order. If you need professional RV service, contact our service department. If you’re still looking for a camper, visit Mattas Marine in Grand Junction, CO, to check out our selection of RVs for sale. We proudly serve those in Montrose, CO, and Delta, UT.