Winterising Your Motorhome & Caravan

01

Water & Plumbing (Prevent Frost Damage!)

7 Punkte

Completely drain the fresh water tank, then clean and dry it thoroughly via the inspection hatchFully empty the grey water tank and leave the drain valve open over the winterManually open the boiler’s frost protection valve (e.g. Truma FrostControl) and drain the waterSwitch off the water pump and cut its power (to ensure it doesn't run dry and burn out)Open all taps in the bathroom and kitchen, setting them to the middle position (between hot and cold), and leave them openDrain the sink traps (U-bends) or pour in a suitable, non-toxic antifreeze (or strong salt water)Empty the toilet cassette completely, clean it, dry it, and leave the blade valve slightly open

02

Electricity, Batteries & Gas

4 Punkte

Fully charge the leisure battery (100%) before the winter breakIf you don't have shore power, disconnect the battery (negative terminal) or remove it and store it in a frost-free placeTurn off all electrical appliances at the main control panel switchTurn off gas bottles, disconnect them from the vehicle's regulator, and fit the protective caps

03

Interior, Upholstery & Ventilation

5 Punkte

Defrost and clean the fridge and freezer compartment, and make sure to leave the doors slightly ajarRemove absolutely all food from the vehicle (to prevent attracting mice and insects)Prop up cushions and mattresses (this ensures air circulation underneath and prevents mildew)Leave all cupboard doors and locker flaps slightly open to allow air to flowPlace moisture absorbers (e.g. silica gel or calcium chloride crystals) inside and empty the trays regularly

04

Exterior, Bodywork & Tyres

4 Punkte

Treat all rubber seals around doors, windows, and lockers with a rubber care stick or silicone sprayIncrease the tyre pressure by around 0.5 bar above normal to prevent "flat spots" from long-term parkingLower the corner steadies/jacks or slightly jack up the vehicle to take the weight off the tyresCaravans: release the handbrake (to stop the brake pads freezing to the drum) and use wheel chocks instead

05

Base Vehicle Tech (Motorhomes Only)

4 Punkte

Fill the diesel tank to the top (prevents condensation and rust forming inside the tank)Check the antifreeze levels in the engine coolant and screenwash, and top up with winter-grade fluidsDisconnect the starter battery (negative terminal) or connect it to a smart trickle chargerLeave the vehicle in gear and release the handbrake (so the brake pads don’t freeze to the discs)

Winterising Your Motorhome & Caravan

Water & Plumbing (Prevent Frost Damage!)

Electricity, Batteries & Gas

Interior, Upholstery & Ventilation

Exterior, Bodywork & Tyres

Base Vehicle Tech (Motorhomes Only)

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