2017 Newmar Bay Star TSBs
6 Technical Service Bulletins across 3 categories
Categories
Engine
4 bulletinsCheck for proper torque of all mounting bolts on all electric slideout motors.
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If any bolt is under- torqued, remove the bolt, and add blue LOCTITE thread sealant to the bolt threads. If there is no washer on the nut side of the bolt, add a flat washer. Reinstall and torque all 5/16 bolts to 19 ft. lbs. and all 3/8 bolts to 33 ft. lbs.
Check for proper torque of all mounting bolts on all electric slideout motors.
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If any bolt is under- torqued, remove the bolt, and add blue LOCTITE thread sealant to the bolt threads. If there is no washer on the nut side of the bolt, add a flat washer. Reinstall and torque all 5/16" bolts to 19 ft. lbs. and all 3/8" bolts to 33 ft. lbs.
In response to notification from Ford, Newmar Corporation has decided that a defect relating to motor vehicle safety...
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exists in specific motorhomes built on Ford chassis. On certain motorhomes, the anti-lock brake system hydraulic electronic control unit (HECU) may have missing valve block ball plugs. Issue: This could cause fluid leaks or air ingress during braking, potentially increasing brake pedal travel and/or stopping distances. This could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.
Newmar Corporation has decided that a defect relating to motor vehicle safety exists in specific motorhomes.
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Issue: On certain motorhomes, there may be a loose electrical connection to the automatic transfer switch (ATS) that was not properly tightened. If the power connection is loose, it may result in a buildup of heat at the connection, which may increase the risk of fire causing injury and/or damage to property.
Electrical
1 bulletinNewmar has decided to add straps to coaches equipped with a front overhead bunk to prevent the possibility of the bunk...
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lowering if the latches were not securely or properly latched and/or unintentional latch release.
Lighting
1 bulletinIf a customer complains about their satellite, this product improvement bulletin may be helpful.
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This will only apply to coaches equipped with an HDMI/ CAT6 splitter AND the customer has installed a Geni-type satellite receiver. In this scenario, the customer may have issues trying to select satellite stations that toggle between high definition (HD) and standard definition.