2022 Continental Cargo Open Aluminum Utility CARGO TRAILERS Routine Maintenance Owners Manual

2022 Continental Cargo Open Aluminum Utility CARGO TRAILERS Routine Maintenance

Routine Maintenance

Here is a list of some checks you will want to do every trip and every 3 months or 3,000 miles.

NOTE:
If you need to remove or replace any of the 8-point-headed screws, use a #2 square head bit.

Table 1. Before Every Trip
Items	Procedure
Tire pressure	Inflate all tires to the proper pressure.
Wheel lugs, nuts, & bolts	Tighten to proper torque specifications.
Coupler ball or 5th wheel pin	Check for unusual wear, sufficient lube and lock mechanism.
Safety chains and hitch ball	Check for unusual wear on chain links and hitch ball.
Coupler	Check the safety pin to make sure it is fastening properly.
Brakes	Check operation and proper adjustment.
Breakaway battery and switch	Check the battery in the breakaway system regularly.
Doors, windows, and vents	You must close all doors, windows, and vents before travel.
Lights	Replace spent bulbs and fix any broken lights.
Load distribution	Make sure cargo weight is properly distributed.

Table 2. Every 3 months or 3,000 miles
Items	Procedure
Welds	Check welds for cracking and separations.
Hinges	Lubricate w/ light oil.
Tie downs, E-track, and D-rings	Check to make sure the hardware has no cracks and is fastened tight.