15 Driving Your Motorhome

Camera Monitor System

The rear-view monitoring system (Figure 15-1) is provided to aid the driver in backing and parking the motorhome.

Figure 15-1: Rear-View Camera Monitor System

A camera mounted on the rear of the vehicle feeds a televised view of the rear of the motorhome to the monitor located in the front near the driver.

If the switch is in the MANUAL mode, the monitor will be ON when the ignition switch is turned ON.

If the switch is in the AUTOMATIC mode, the monitor will display the picture from the rear-mounted camera only when the transmission is in REVERSE gear.

To use this system effectively, refer to the owner’s manual for this system. This manual is in the Owner’s Information Package.

Basic Rear View Camera Operation

1.    Depress the POWER switch. The picture appears on the monitor. POWER indicator lights up green. To turn off the picture, press it again to release. The monitor moves       to standby condition. POWER indicator lights up red.
2.     Adjust the VOLUME control.
3.     Adjust the picture contrast and brightness. The DAY/NIGHT selector switch must normally be kept in the DAY (released) position. When you view the picture at night or      in a tunnel, etc., depress the switch to make the picture less bright (therefore in the NIGHT position). Thus, the picture will be easy to view even in a dark place.

When you set the gear level to the “R” position with the POWER switch released, the monitor is turned ON, and the picture from the camera connected to the CAMERA “A” connector appears irrespective of the INPUT knob setting.

Side-Mount Camera

As an enhanced aid to driving, the motorhome features side-mounted cameras (Figure 15-2) on both sides of the motorhome.

Figure 15-2: Side-Mount Camera Monitor

These side-mounted cameras are activated whenever the motorhome in transit begins to make a turn. When the LEFT turn indicator is used, the left-side camera is activated and that camera displays on the back-up monitor a rearward oriented view of the driver’s side showing that side of the motorhome and a limited panorama of what is alongside and immediately behind the motorhome as it begins to turn into that direction.

In this manner, the typical “blind spot” of most motorhomes is drastically reduced or eliminated so that the driver can make those turns with great confidence. Similarly, the “right” turn indicator operates in the same manner to show a rearward view of the right side of the motorhome when a right-hand turn is made.

CB Radio System Antenna Connection

As an option, the motorhome might come equipped with an antenna and coaxial cable connection to enable the owner to install a Citizens Band (CB) radio of choice, and operate it conveniently from the motorhome.

The coaxial-cable connection for the radio is found beneath the dashboard on the driver’s side. Accordingly, with an owner-provided CB radio, that radio can be used to communicate with other travelers on the road.

To use your CB system of choice, follow the directions furnished with the CB radio.

NOTE: Channel 11 is considered an emergency channel and monitoring this channel might give one information about road conditions, accidents, and related matters potentially affecting your travels.

AM/FM/CD Stereo System

An AM/FM/CD stereo system (Figure 15-3) is included in the motorhome.

Figure 15-3: Stereo System

This system is powered by the 12-volt DC system of the motorhome and operates like any conventional car-stereo system. The coach is also SIRIUS XM compatible with a subscription.

Dashboard Heating/Cooling Controls

The dash air conditioner/heater (Figure 15-4) is not designed to heat and cool the entire interior of the motorhome. It is intended only to provide heating and cooling for the cab area.

Figure 15-4: Dashboard Controls

A small amount of air will blow out of the defrost and dash vents regardless of the mode settings.

Telescoping & Tilt Steering

The motorhome is equipped with a telescoping and tilt steering column (Figure 15-5 and Figure 15-6) that allows you to easily adjust the steering system for your use traveling and while it is parked. Push the handle to move the column into a completely up-right telescoping position and pull the handle to tilt the steering wheel in the desired position.

Figure 15-5: Steering Column

Figure 15-6: Steering Column Handle

Automatic Leveling System

The motorhome is equipped with a HWH computer-controlled single step air leveling system (Figure 15-7).

Figure 15-7: Leveling System Control Panel

Maintain adequate clearance in all directions for vehicles, room extensions, doors, steps, etc. The “DUMP” and “RAISE” buttons will function with the park brake on or off, if the ignition is in the “ON” or “ACC” position.

NOTE: If the park brake is not set, automatic leveling, manual leveling and room extensions will not work.

To operate the automatic air leveling mode:

1. Place the transmission in park. The manual raise and lower buttons can only be used if the ignition is in the “ON” or “ACC” position. Running the vehicle engine during leveling is recommended as it will provide better air supply. The vehicle will level with the engine shut off, but more time will be required.
2. Press the “AIR” button once to start the automatic leveling sequence. The LEVELING SYSTEM ACTIVE LIGHT will flash. The four red WARNING lights on the panel will come on.
3. When all four yellow level lights are out, the LEVELING SYSTEM ACTIVE LIGHT will stop flashing and start pulsating dimly. The leveling system is now in sleep mode and the ignition can be turned off.
4. The SLEEP MODE will continue until the CANCEL button or the TRAVEL MODE buttons are pushed or until the park brake is released.

To operate the manual air leveling mode:

1. Place the transmission in park. The manual raise and lower buttons can only be used if the ignition is in the “ON” or “ACC” position. Running the vehicle engine during leveling is recommended as it will provide better air supply. The vehicle will level with the engine shut off, but more time will be required.
2. The vehicle can be leveled using the RAISE and LOWER buttons on the right half of the panel in conjunction with the yellow LEVEL indicator lights. The yellow LEVEL indicator lights signal that side or end of the motorhome is low. When all yellow lights are out, the vehicle is level. Try leveling the vehicle by lowering the high side or end.
3. Turn the ignition to the “OFF” position.
4. Turn the system off.

To operate the “DUMP” and “RAISE” functions:

1. The ignition must be in the “ON” or “ACC” position to use the DUMP or RAISE buttons.
2. Leave the engine running if the RAISE funtion is to be used.
3. The park brake DOES NOT have to be set to use the DUMP or RAISE buttons.

 

To stop a DUMP or RAISE function when the park brake is set:

1. Push the CANCEL button or turn the ignition off.
2. Push the TRAVEL MODE button.

To stop a DUMP or RAISE function when the park brake is NOT set:

1. If the vehicle is moving and the speed exceeds 10 MPH, the system will return to the TRAVEL MODE.
2. Push the TRAVEL MODE button or the CANCEL button.
3. Turn the ignition off. The vehicle will stop raising or lowering and stay in that position. DO NOT TURN THE IGNITION OFF IF THE VEHICLE IS MOVING.

For a more complete review of the leveling system, find the operation guide inside your Owner’s Information Packet.