10299 McDonald Park Rd, Sidney, BC V8L 5X7
5 Minutes From YYJ and BC Ferries!

RV Maintenance Checklist

Pre-Trip Checklist

Inside the RV

  • Turn off the furnace
  • Turn off the water pump
  • Turn off the refrigerator
  • Turn off pilot lights
  • Check antenna (if needed)
  • Turn off the water heater
  • Outside the RV

  • Check the jacks
  • Remove and store the chocks
  • Check lights to ensure all are working
  • Inspect overall tire health and check the pressure
  • Remove motorhome from levelers
  • Put away and secure the awning
  • Check all exterior compartments
  • Clean the campsite and throw away all trash
  • Close and secure all windows
  • Close and lock cabinets
  • Close and lock bathroom
  • Secure the entry door
  • Secure all trash cans
  • Stow and secure all outside furniture and recreational equipment
  • Check both the drain and fill hoses
  • Inspect the generator's wires
  • Check cable connections, phone wires, and satellite dishes (if needed)
  • Remove and store the water pressure regulator (if needed)
  • Fold up and secure the exterior stairs (if needed)

  • Monthly RV Maintenance

  • Check and/or repair seals as needed
  • Top off batteries' water level
  • Vacuum and clean the air conditioner vents and ducts
  • Run the generator
  • Check the engine
  • Check and top off fluid levels
  • Pack and/or repack your emergency toolbox
  • Check smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors
  • Check the tire pressure
  • Check under your motorhome for pests
  • Lubricate and inspect slide outs
  • Inspect and reseal exterior moisture seals

  • Semiannual/Seasonal RV Maintenance

  • Wax your motorhome's exterior
  • Do a thorough damage check
  • Lubricate highwear metal areas
  • Check and/or replace the water filter

  • Yearly RV Maintenance

  • Check the seals
  • Inspect the propane tanks
  • Test all safety equipment to ensure it works
  • Service your brakes
  • Tuneup heating and cooling systems
  • Deep clean or detail the RV interior
  • Weigh your RV
  • Wax the RV's exterior
  • Check all exterior sealants
  • Update your maintenance log
  • Check and rotate your tires
  • Inspect your engine's belts and hoses
  • Check and/or change smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector batteries
  • Ride Digital