Keep your Carefree Latitude awning operating smoothly with this factory-spec idler cover. The left-side cover shields the idler wheel assembly from UV exposure, road grime, rain, and debris -- stopping small problems before they become costly awning repairs.
The idler cover is the outer housing that caps the non-drive end of your Carefree Latitude awning arm. Over time, UV radiation, weather cycling, and road vibration crack or discolor the original cover, leaving the internal idler wheel exposed. Part number R001785-005 is the genuine Carefree of Colorado replacement -- same material, same color, same mounting footprint as the factory unit.
This is specifically the left-hand side cover, determined by standing at the rear of the RV and facing the awning. If you need the right-side (drive-end) cover, a separate part number applies -- see the compatibility note below before ordering.
Direct factory replacement for Carefree Latitude awning left-side idler assemblies. No cutting, drilling, or adaptation needed.
Seals the idler wheel from UV, rain, dust, and road debris to extend awning arm service life.
Matches the standard white Carefree Latitude arm color. Maintains clean, factory-correct appearance.
Mounting screws are included in the package -- no separate hardware purchase required.
On a Carefree Latitude awning, the main arm has two ends: the drive end (motor or crank side) and the idler end (tension/return side). The idler cover is the plastic cap on the idler end. It keeps the idler wheel and internal spring mechanism protected from the elements and gives the arm a finished appearance. Replacing a cracked or missing idler cover prevents corrosion and debris buildup inside the arm.
Stand at the rear of your RV, facing the awning as it would extend outward. The left side is to your left. This part (R001785-005) covers that left-side idler end. Ordering the wrong side is one of the most common mistakes with awning covers. Inspect your existing cover and confirm the side before purchasing.
This cover is designed for Carefree of Colorado Latitude awning arms. The Latitude line is one of Carefree's most widely installed roller awning systems on Class A, Class C, and fifth-wheel RVs from multiple manufacturers. If your awning label reads "Latitude" and the idler-end cover is cracked, faded, or missing, this is the correct OEM replacement.