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Leveling system won't maintain level overnight.

My 2009 Nimbus will level and then overnight it ends up leaning to the right significantly.  Called HWH for tech help and was put on the list for a call back.  Apparently it may be a 2 weeks or more before I can expect a return call.

Can anybody point me in the right direction to begin troubleshooting?

Thanks for your help!
Don & Sue
2009 NImbus 38
2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee toad

Re: Leveling system won't maintain level overnight.

Reply #1 –
Sounds like an air leak, but it should re-level periodically if it is turned on. Is it turned on and in auto level rather than manual level mode?
Tom Lang K6PG (originally  KC6UEC)
and Diane Lang
2003 38 U295 build 6209
2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit Ecodiesel
still have tow-ready 2006 Acura MDX 
Temple City, California
Motorcade 16681 California Chapter President
SKP 16663 member of SKP Park of the Sierra, Coarsegold California
FMCA F071251
Retired electrical and electronic engineer

Re: Leveling system won't maintain level overnight.

Reply #2 –
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Can anybody point me in the right direction to begin troubleshooting?

Don,
Check right here by reviewing the many threads that address this issue. One just came up a couple of days ago. It is often a leaky 6-pack solenoid. You can buy the solenoids new from HWH (don't worry, you don't have to wait for a call to order them!) or you can rebuild them with an inexpensive kit.

Also, the HWH manual has an excellent troubleshooting section.
jor
93 225
95 300
97 270
99 320

Re: Leveling system won't maintain level overnight.

Reply #3 –
Quote from: jor –
Don,
Check right here by reviewing the many threads that address this issue. One just came up a couple of days ago. It is often a leaky 6-pack solenoid. You can buy the solenoids new from HWH (don't worry, you don't have to wait for a call to order them!) or you can rebuild them with an inexpensive kit.

Also, the HWH manual has an excellent troubleshooting section.
jor
What happens when you leave it in auto? Does it not correct itself?

I went through the same thing, didn't want it in auto, because it woke me up in the night when it dumped to correct. I would fall out of bed in the morning!

Yup, harvest time in Iowa. I called last year with a tech question. They called back 3 weeks later, and it went to voice mail!

Here is where to get the solenoids fast and cheaper. Great service:

http://www.nwrvsupply.com/product/RAP1940.html

Mine turned out to be the Raise solenoid, when one would think it would be the lower one. It was bleeding back.
Chris and Tammy White  CDA Idaho
Previous owners 1997 U295 36' 3126 Cat 300 HP Build # 4998
Former Foretravel tech & RVIA certified tech
Former owner Custom Satellite home/RV satellites 
Former owner Vans LTD  van conversions
Unemployed, panhandler, drag racer NHRA #6348

Re: Leveling system won't maintain level overnight.

Reply #4 –
Quote from: Tom Lang –
Sounds like an air leak, but it should re-level periodically if it is turned on. Is it turned on and in auto level rather than manual level mode?
Both times I had raised it to make it easier to work on the Oasis so auto level was turned off.  Air leak seems obvious to me.  I will review the HWH troubleshooting and locate the 6 pack for further inspection.
Don & Sue
2009 NImbus 38
2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee toad

Re: Leveling system won't maintain level overnight.

Reply #5 –
Quote from: djpauls –
Both times I had raised it to make it easier to work on the Oasis so auto level was turned off.  Air leak seems obvious to me.  I will review the HWH troubleshooting and locate the 6 pack for further inspection.

Could also be a check valve. Spray with soapy water and look for bubbles.
Tom Lang K6PG (originally  KC6UEC)
and Diane Lang
2003 38 U295 build 6209
2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit Ecodiesel
still have tow-ready 2006 Acura MDX 
Temple City, California
Motorcade 16681 California Chapter President
SKP 16663 member of SKP Park of the Sierra, Coarsegold California
FMCA F071251
Retired electrical and electronic engineer
 

Re: Leveling system won't maintain level overnight.

Reply #6 –
Sounds like you have two choices.  Either take it to a shop or try to trouble shoot......  Or the problem might go away.

Lots of air fittings down there.  Lots of places for leaks.

If you take it to a shop -  Or troubleshoot - 

You should find your "Air Schematic" and become very familiar with your equipment.  It's not difficult but you should know where the parts are and what they do. 

If you would prefer to find a shop, a fellow FoFum might be familiar with your area and suggest a shop/mechanic.

If you follow some of the above "suggestions" you are on your way to understanding your system and what it does.  ^.^d

There is a wealth of information on this site - Have you tried "Search"?  https://www.foreforums.com/index.php?action=search;sa=results

Good Luck.  ;)
Scott & Carol Seibert
2001 42' double slide U320 - Sold
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