Level the rig using its jacks and level system.
Rv awning tension adjustment.
Lower the awning completely.
Rv awning tension adjustment step 1.
The awning leg consists of two sections.
When you release the tension in the spring the cotter pin that is inserted in the holes in the awning arms are removed.
Free the support arms.
2 the support arm consists of an outer and inner section.
Give yourself some room.
Mine is located at the top of the front of the awning roll.
The cotter pins are the ones that lock the spring tension securely while taking down the rv awning.
Put your awning.
Park the rv and set the brake.
Step up to the awning and clear out any leaves or twigs from the awning seam.
Once the arms are free rest the center of the roller tube on something like a six foot.
How to adjust an rv awning spring first.
Lower the leading edge or roller tube as close to the ground as possible.
Now that you are going to re tension the spring it s time to insert it back after you have reinstalled the torsion assembly.
1 lower the awning so the roller tube is as close to the ground as possible.
Place the step stool near the lip.
Remove the 2 phillips head screws from the bottom end of the outer section.