Pre-Trip or Monthly

Check Battery levels and charging both from shore power and secondary alternator.

Check smoke detectors and carbon Monoxide detectors and batteries.

Check tire pressure.

Check under van and engine compartment for rodents.

Clean and wipe down interior and exterior of van. Focus on tires, exhaust tips,stainless panels, awning fabric, and solar panels.

Drive your van. Prevents unwanted wear on tires, allows you to check all systems, including charging.

Check for firmware/software updates- Batteries, Garmin, Victron inverter.

Visually check for any leaks from the ceiling area.

Clean out tanks. Fresh, Grey, and Black.

Lube toilet ball valve and seals.

Winterize your van if freezing temperatures are a potential.

Follow Mercedes' scheduled maintenance for the chassis.

Yearly

All appliances serviced, including fridge, A/C, Timberline,

Check all exterior seals and gaskets. A/C, Fantastic Fan, Bathroom vents.

Check all sealants on roof around solar panels, awning brackets, and antennas.

Follow Mercedes' scheduled maintenance for the chassis.

Charge batteries to 100% State of Charge, and turn off. If greater than 1 month, store at 50-80% SOT. See battery storage procedure.

Winterize your van if freezing temperatures are a potential.

Make sure your awning is in the retracted/closed position.