RV Repair Manual
 for the RV Do-It-Yourselfer

RV Maintenance

RV Repair Manual

Awnings ... A shady subject ...

Your Awning – Overview of patio awnings and routine care.

Setting up the awning – Step-by-step visual guide for deploying and securing your awning.

Awning Repair – Fixing tears, spring tension issues, and hardware problems.

Installing a Slide Topper – Guide to adding fabric protection above slide-out rooms.

Keeping your cool ...

Your Fridge – Basic absorption refrigerator operation and usage tips.

Servicing the Fridge Burner – Cleaning and troubleshooting propane burner assemblies.

Help for your fridge! – Diagnostic steps for cooling and performance issues.

RV Air Conditioner Care – Cleaning rooftop AC coils, filters, and checking capacitors.

Feeling the heat ...

Your Furnace – Introduction to RV propane forced-air heating systems.

Troubleshooting the furnace – Diagnosing DSI ignition, sail switch, and board faults.

Digital thermostat upgrade – How to replace analog controls with digital thermostats.

Catalytic heater discussion. – Evaluating ventless propane heater safety and efficiency.

Water ... keeping it, heating it, getting rid of it ...

Servicing the RV Water Heater! – Flushing tanks, changing anodes, and burner maintenance.

Your Water System – Overview of fresh water piping, valves, and fixtures.

RV Water Pump Service – Troubleshooting 12V pump pressure switches and flow issues.

Water Pump Noise! – Silencing noisy 12V water pump vibrations and lines.

RV Water Filtration – Selecting and maintaining fresh water filter cartridges.

Your Water Heater – Understanding direct spark ignition and dual-fuel heaters.

Dometic Sealand RV Toilet Repair – Repairing ball seals, spring cartridges, and water valves on 110/210 models.

RV Holding Tanks – Managing black/grey tanks, sensors, and dump valves.

Sewer Hose Carrier – DIY sewer hose storage modification by Larry Adam.

Painless Winterizing – Step-by-step guide to protecting plumbing against freezing.

Bypass It! – Installing and operating water heater bypass valves.

Dewinterize It! – Flushing antifreeze and prepping the water system for spring.

Grey water transfer system – Off-grid gray water recycling and transfer setup.

Electrical & Exterior Maintenance

RV Converter / Charger – Diagnosing 120V AC to 12V DC converter and battery charging operations.

RV Roof Maintenance – Inspecting, cleaning, and resealing EPDM/TPO rubber roofs.

RV Sealants & Caulking – Choosing the right Lap Sealant and ProFlex for exterior seams.

RV Covers – Choosing breathing protective covers for off-season storage.

Emergency Kit Check List – Essential tools, spare parts, and safety gear to carry.

RV Storage Tips – Preparing your rig for long-term layover or winter storage.

Your Storage Compartments – Organizing basement bays and weight distribution.

Rollin' Down The Road...

RV Suspension – Inspecting leaf springs, equalizers, and dampeners.

RV Springs – Identifying worn or broken leaf springs and bushings.

RV Tires – Inflation guidelines, load ratings, and tire age checks.

Bearing Service – Cleaning, repacking, and replacing wheel bearings.

Brake Adjustment – Adjusting electric trailer brake shoes and magnets.

"Flipping" Axles to gain height – Over-slung axle conversions for additional clearance.

Measuring trailer tongue weight – Simple method to measure hitch load with bathroom scales.

Weighing your trailer or 5th wheel. – Determining total weight and individual axle loads.

Manuals & Technical Reference

Free RV Repair Manuals – Downloadable appliance service guides, wiring diagrams, and owner documentation.