Practical Caravan

HOW TO… TACKLE COMMON CARAVAN FAULTS

CARAVANS ARE LARGELY constructed by humans, so if you're willing to learn a few simple skills and invest in some basic hand tools, you should usually be able to fix many minor problems yourself.

This can save you money, avoid wasting time visiting a dealer and help to keep your holiday on track. It's a win-win!

Here's what you need to think about – and what to do if your caravan is still under warranty.

Still under warranty?

It's essential to know if your caravan is still under warranty before you dive into your toolbox, and to understand that often, several warranties will be in force on new or nearly new tourers.

Many appliances also have their own warranty attached to them. These can all vary in length, so the first task is always to read your bill of sale and check all the paperwork supplied with your van, to find out if the problem is covered under any of the maker's warranties.

This might mean that you don't have to fix (and pay for) it yourself and might save you going to any undue effort.

You need to be clear on where to take the

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