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CHEVY Cab
2015 Chevrolet Express Cargo Van
Style: 3500, 3dr, Ext Van (4.8L 8Cyl 6A)
• 2015ChevyExpressOwnersManual in .pdf
• 2015chevyNavigationSystem in .pdf
• Advise the service writer that you have a G-30 1 ton van, rather than a "motorhome." Some GM dealerships do not want to
work on motorhomes, but most can service a 1 ton van.
• 2015 Chevrolet Express Cargo Van
• The Chevrolet engine battery will be drawn down by the GM electronics to a no-start condition if left unattended for extended
periods. Plug the vehicle in, drive the vehicle for at least three hours every two weeks to keep the engine and auxiliary
batteries charged, or disconnect the engine battery to keep it in good condition. Battery maintenance is the vehicle owner’s
responsibility. MP7
Fueling
• regular 85 fuel
• To ensure that neither your hot water heater nor your refrigerator generate dangerous open flames while handling fuel,
➜ always turn the battery disconnect switch OFF when refueling
➜ ensure that all propane appliances are off when refueling and the propane tank valve must be closed [horizontal]
• Since all these sources of open flame are near the fuel fill door on the driver's side, please ensure that all propane
appliances are off when refueling your Roadtrek. In addition to making sure your main propane tank valve is shut whenever
the vehicle is stored or in motion, turn the battery disconnect switch off when refueling - this will disable the water heater
igniter, the refrigerator igniter, and the furnace. MP39
• In addition to making sure your main propane tank valve is shut whenever the vehicle is stored or in motion, turn the
battery disconnect switch off when refueling - this will disable the water heater igniter, the refrigerator igniter, and the furnace.
• The generator is NOT compatible with E-85 fuel. If the vehicle is equipped with a generator, avoid the use of E-85 fuel.
Tires and Spare Tire
• MP73
Tires
GET KIND OF TIRES
• Inflation pressure information is on the sticker inside the galley cabinet door. MP73
• The current Chevrolet Express manual recommends checking tire pressures regularly - at least every month,
and definitely before a long trip. MP73
• ... the current Chevrolet Express manual recommends tires should be rotated at least every maintenance
interval - every 12,000 km/7500 miles. MP73
• [Roadtrek provided a wrench to remove the Roadtrek signature hubcaps;
it is stored in the Roadtrek manual bag.]
Spare Tire MP77
• Supplied with your new Roadtrek are two types of small keys. One is for the storage compartments, and the other is to
unlock the chrome surround on your spare tire. Find both keys, put one of each on your key ring, and carry them with you
whenever you drive your Roadtrek. If you ever need to change a tire, you will need this key. MP77
• See MP77 for details.
Articles and Websites
• Does tire pressure follow the "Gas Law" ?
• Long Term Storage Of RV Tires
• Surviving a tire blowout, RVTravel.com, August 24, 2016
• What You Need To Know About Class B Rv Tire Pressure, July 2016, Roadtreking.com
Warranty
• "We have also started up your warranty with General Motors, your warranty start date is registered as of 11/5/2015, If you
have any questions regarding your chassis warranty you may contact their customer service line at 800-222-1020." Debbie
Gastmeier Roadtrek Motorhomes Inc. Wednesday, 25 November, 2015