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title: Pre-Trip Checklist for Motorhome Owners
description: Everything you need to check before heading out on a motorhome journey!
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# Pre-Trip Checklist for Motorhome Owners

[Derek Cunningham](https://blog.campersinn.com/blog/author/derek-cunningham)  09 January, 2018

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**When you are getting ready to head out on a motorhome trip, it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement and forget to check your rig thoroughly.** Don’t worry, we’ve got your back! We’ve put together a pre-trip checklist so you can be sure you didn’t miss anything before leaving.

Safe travels!

- Tires are in good condition and at the correct pressure
- Headlights and rear-lights are functioning
- Exterior storage compartments are closed and locked
- Slides and awnings are retracted
- Everything for the trip is packed
- Wheel chocks are removed
- Exterior doors are closed and locked
- Windows closed
- Waste and trash is properly disposed of
- Roof is clear of any debris
- Tow vehicle (if available) is properly connected
- All loose items inside RV are packed, secured and stowed, and weight is distributed properly
- Fold-down furniture is in proper state for travel
- Appliances turned off
- Electrical items unplugged
- Faucets, sinks and showers turned off
- Gas/diesel full
- All external connections are removed and stored, including shore power, fresh water hose and sewer hose.
- TV antenna is secured
- Cell phone stored or connected to voice-operated system
- Route loaded into GPS
- All seat belts secured

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