Free the support arms.
Rv awning tension adjustment.
When you release the tension in the spring the cotter pin that is inserted in the holes in the awning arms are removed.
Rv awning tension adjustment step 1.
Step up to the awning and clear out any leaves or twigs from the awning seam.
Park the rv and set the brake.
The awning leg consists of two sections.
Level the rig using its jacks and level system.
Put your awning.
Remove the 2 phillips head screws from the bottom end of the outer section.
How to adjust the tension on an rv slide out awning step 1.
The cotter pins are the ones that lock the spring tension securely while taking down the rv awning.
2 the support arm consists of an outer and inner section.
Let s raise that upper section up a bit.
Lower the leading edge or roller tube as close to the ground as possible.
How to adjust an rv awning spring first.
Place the step stool near the lip.
1 lower the awning so the roller tube is as close to the ground as possible.
Once the arms are free rest the center of the roller tube on something like a six foot.
The tension arms are what you adjust to make the awning taut after it has been lowered.
Give yourself some room.