How to Remove the Vent Cap From a Camp Trailer's Roof

Campers and motor homes feature one or more ceiling vents, sometimes fitted with a fan. Vents are exposed to the outside of the camper, and are affected by the elements over time. A broken vent cover allows water to invade the camper interior, which can lead to rot and extensive water damage. You can remove and replace the vent cover itself, or remove the entire vent and replace it with a working fan and assembly.

Screwdriver
Flat-nosed pliers
Chisel
Wire cutters
Wire strippers
Wire covers
Silicone caulk
Caulking gun

Instructions

- 1
  Remove the trim screws and trim from the interior of the roof vent.
- 2
  Remove the hinge pins and screws from the cover with a pair of flat-nosed pliers and unscrew and remove the crank handle.
- 3
  Remove the vent cover, trim screws and trim from the exterior of the camper roof.
- 4
  Chisel the silicone caulking from around the vent and trim.
- 5
  Remove the vent and cut the wiring to the fan. Strip 1/2-inch from the ends of the electrical wires, and twist the ends of the fan and ceiling wires around each other. Twist wire covers over both ends.
- 6
  Place the new vent in the ceiling cavity, secure with mounting screws and apply a layer of silicone caulk around the perimeter.
- 7
  Replace the trim and trim screws on the interior and exterior of the vent. Replace the crank handle. Place the cover against the hinges and insert the hinge screws.

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