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Top 5 Trailer Repair Warning
Signs
• Tire Defects
• The state of a trailer’s tires is a direct hint at how well routine checkups are done.
It is vital to look out for bulges, leaks, and deformations of any kind. To check,
the tire should be hit with a tire hammer or stick every few hours after driving to
ascertain the state of air in the tire.
• Malfunctioning Brakes
• Brakes should be monitored closely and should not be ignored. Many trailer
drivers over-use brakes especially commercial trailer drivers. Ensure brakes
are functional especially trailers that have an auto adjustment system. Should
brake drums fly off during repair, it goes beyond the normal trailer repair
condition and drivers can be charged with criminal negligence, so watch out.
• Malfunctioning or Flickering Lights
• Wrong electrical connections can cause flickering lights and can ultimately
trigger failure in part or all of the trailer lights. Occasionally, it can be caused by
the wire harness on commercial semi-trailers having a loose connection. It is
important to have these problems fixed before they degenerate creating more
problems.