Car

• Check that all your mirrors are firmly secured and you can see appropriately out of them
• Check that you have appropriate tension in your fan belt and that its condition is still good
• Check you have enough water/coolant in the engine and that you have an adequate amount of brake fluid
• Check your oil levels in both the engine and transmission
• Ensure you have a full tank of fuel
• Ensure your tyre pressure is good, don’t forget to check the spare tyre as well
• Get someone to stand outside while you press the brake pedal and switch on the various lights, ensure that all are working
• If your 4WD has airbags fitted, ensure that they are inflated
• Look at the condition of the various hoses in your engine, are they still ok?
• Make sure you have placed an insect screen in front of the radiator if required

Caravan

• Check that all the windows and any hatches are closed
• Check that there is a fire extinguisher fitted
• Check that your gas bottle is securely fitted and your water tank has been filled recently
• Check the wheel nuts of your caravan and the condition of it’s tyres
• Ensure that all the cupboards and drawers in the caravan have been closed and any tables secured firmly
• Ensure that your brakes have been checked and adjusted if necessary
• Make sure that the fridge door is closed and locked, also check that any of the fridge’s contents are sealed
• No loose items should be kept on cupboards or shelves within the caravan
• You should also have your wheel bearings adjusted
• Ensure your Wineguard Antenna is down and SatKing if fitted
• Stow away your jockey wheel
• Ensure your water pump is turned off
• Turn on MaxxFan or CaraFan dust suppression if on dirt roads
• Check that your gas appliances have been serviced at least bi-annually

Service Your Caravan Before Departure