How to Check Al-Ko Friction Pads for Your Caravan's Stabiliser Hitch

Checking your Al-Ko friction pads is important for maintaining the stability and safety of your caravan’s stabiliser hitch. Here’s how you can check them:

1. Identify the Stabiliser Model

Most Al-Ko stabilisers use friction pads, such as the AKS 1300, AKS 2004, or AKS 3004. Knowing your model will help with identifying the correct pads.

AL-KO 1300

Al-ko 2004

AL-KO 3004

2. Inspect the Side Friction Pads

• Open the stabiliser handle and look at the side friction pads inside the coupling head.

• If they are less than 3mm thick, they need replacing.

• Check for cracks, excessive wear, or contamination (grease or dirt).

3. Inspect the Front and Rear Friction Pads (later Models of AKS2004) and AKS3004

• The AKS 3004 also has additional front and rear friction pads.

• Push the red button at the back of the hitch to access them.

• If the wear indicators are no longer visible, they need replacing.

• See our step by step guide for the AL-KO 2004

4. Check for Functionality

• When the stabiliser handle is engaged, it should feel firm.

• If the handle drops too easily or doesn't hold the caravan securely, the pads may be worn.

5. Clean or Replace if Necessary

• Cleaning: If the pads are just dirty, use fine sandpaper or brake cleaner to remove residue.

• Replacing: If they are worn, replace them with genuine Al-Ko pads.

Let us know if you need help finding replacements or a guide on how to change them! 🚐🔧