How to Adjust Slide-Outs on Campers

When you pull your camper into the RV park for the night, you'll want to open your slide-outs to bring the rooms to their full size. Because these operate electrically, it's just a matter of pushing some switches. However, sometimes these slide-outs don't operate like they should. If you're thinking about adjusting yours, there are two things to keep in mind. First of all, if you start shoving crowbars into crevices, you may break the seals that keep your camper water- and airtight. Second, just about all manufacturers will void your warranty if you try to adjust them, or if a non-certified technician fiddles with them. Instead, they require that you use a certified technician. Also, directions vary widely by manufacturer. The directions below are for the 2009 Outback 250RS. Your camper's slide-outs may adjust somewhat differently.

Things You'll Need

  • Pry bar
  • Ratchet set
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Instructions

  1. Horizontal Adjustment

    • 1

      Find the "A" carriage bolts on each bracket, down at the end of the guide tubes. Loosen them.

    • 2

      Slide the pry bar between the vehicle body and the room wall to apply force in the desired direction. You can also try moving the walls by hand.

    • 3

      Tighten the bolts back when you are finished.

    Vertical Adjustment

    • 4

      Find the "A" carriage bolts on each bracket, down at the end of the guide tubes. Loosen them.

    • 5

      Turn the jam nut counterclockwise to loosen it. You'll need the ratchet set to do this.

    • 6

      Use the "B" bolt to move the room up and down as desired.

    • 7

      Tighten the jam nut.