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Daily owner checks
EngineCheck the air filter restriction gauge.
Check the engine oil.
Inspect the coolant level
Brake systemCheck the air brake system reservoir
automatic drain valve operation.
Drain the air brake system reservoir -
manual valve.
Transmission systemVisually check the automatic
transmission for fluid leakage.
Steering systemCheck the power steering pump fluid
level and check the system for leaks.
Check the entire vehicle for evidence
of fluid leaks.
U.S. Department of
Transportation, Federal
Highway Administration
requirements (ensure that
the entire system is
functioning properly)Check the service brakes.
Check the parking brake.
Check the steering mechanism.
Check the lighting devices and
reflectors.
Check the tires.
Check the horn.
Check the windshield wipers.
Check the rear vision mirrors.
Check the wheels and rims.
Check the emergency equipment.
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Check every oil change
Engine systemCheck the engine cooling system -
hoses, clamps and protection*.
Inspect the drive belts.
Exhaust systemInspect the entire exhaust system
(including the inlet pipe(s),
muffler(s), outlet pipe(s), clamps and
fasteners) for holes, leakage,
breakage, corrosive damage and
separation from other components.
Adjust, service or replace with the
same or the equivalent part. (Also a
noise emission control service).
Suspension systemTighten the front and rear spring
U-bolts to the specified torque.
Driveline and rear axle
systemLubricate the U-joints and the slip
yoke.
Brake systemLube the air brake foot control valve,
hinge and roller.
Inspect the drum brake linings
through the inspection holes.
Lubricate rear caliper slide rails.
Lubricate the brake camshafts (air
brakes only).
Lubricate the brake slack adjuster (air
brakes only).
Inspect the disc brake pads and the
piston boots (hydraulic brakes only).
Clutch systemLubricate the clutch release cross
shaft and all linkages.
Check the clutch fluid.
Fuel systemDrain the accumulated water or
sediment from the fuel tank(s).
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Check every oil change
Steering systemLubricate the steering shaft(s),
U-joints and splines when equipped
with grease fittings.
Lubricate the front axle spindle pins.
Lubricate the steering linkage when
equipped with grease fittings.
Grease the power steering gear output
shaft.
* Coolant protection checks should be made just prior to the onset of
freezing weather, where applicable. If coolant is dirty or rusty in
appearance, the system should be drained, flushed and refilled with the
prescribed solution of cooling system fluid and water. Use only
permanent type coolant that meets specifications as listed in your
engine operator’s manual. See the engine manufacturer’s operating
guide for supplemental corrosion inhibitor specifications.
In addition to the items to be performed daily or at each oil change, the
following need to be completed as specified:
GENERAL MAINTENANCE SERVICES
The following are vehicle checks that should be made periodically either
by the owner or a qualified technician. It is recommended that
deficiencies be brought to the attention of your dealer or another
qualified service outlet as soon as possible in order that advice regarding
the need for service or replacement can be obtained.
Maintenance Operation Frequency - Observation
Inspect the automatic slack
adjuster functionInsufficient power shown in loaded
practice stop.
Check the operation of the
brakes, the clutch, and the
steering
(1),(2)
Vehicle handling qualities not up to
par.
Inspect the vehicle for missing,
damaged, or mislocated noise
shieldsExcessive noise emanates from under
the cab or engine compartment.
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A
Air conditioning ..........................47
manual heating and air
conditioning system .................47
Air suspension ...........................120
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................118
Audio system
(see Radio) ......................33, 35, 40
Automatic transmission ............122
fluid, adding ............................199
fluid, checking ........................199
fluid, refill capacities ..............232
fluid, specification ..................218
Auxiliary power point .................55
Axle ............................131, 171, 204
lubricant specifications ..........218
refill capacities ........................230
B
Battery .......................................180
charging system warning
light ............................................22
jumping a disabled battery ....151
voltage gauge ............................28
Belt-Minder...............................75
Booster seats ...............................87
Brakes ..........................99, 104, 172
adjustment ..............................174
anti-lock ...................................118
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light .....................22, 118
brake warning light ..................22
fluid, checking and
adding ..............................175, 196
fluid, specifications .................218parking ....................100, 107, 175
Bulbs ............................................51
C
Catalytic converter
(see Emission control) .............175
CD-single premium .....................33
Cell phone use ..............................6
Child safety seats ........................83
attaching with tether straps ....86
in front seat ..............................84
in rear seat ..........................84, 86
recommendations .....................81
tether anchorage hardware .....86
Child safety seats - booster
seats .............................................87
Cleaning your vehicle
chrome and aluminum
parts .........................................165
engine compartment ..............165
exterior ....................................167
instrument panel ....................166
interior .....................................166
interior trim ............................166
plastic parts ............................165
washing ....................................164
waxing .....................................164
wheels ......................................165
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......46–47
Clutch ................................125, 197
adjusting ..................................198
fluid ..........................................197
operation while driving ..........125
specifications ..........................218
Controls
power seat .................................66
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odometer ...................................28
speedometer .............................28
tachometer ................................28
trip odometer ............................28
H
Hazard flashers .........................143
Headlamps ...................................49
aiming ........................................50
daytime running lights .............49
high beam .................................49
warning chime ..........................22
Heating ..................................46–47
heater only system ...................46
manual heating and air
conditioning system .................47
Hood ..........................................177
I
Ignition .........................................91
chime .........................................22
Infant seats (see Safety seats) ..83
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................166
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................50
J
Jump-starting your vehicle ......151
K
Keys
key in ignition chime ...............22
positions of the ignition ...........91L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................51
cargo lamps ...............................50
daytime running light ...............49
headlamps .................................49
high beams ................................49
instrument panel, dimming .....50
interior lamps ...........................51
replacing bulbs ...................51–53
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................50
Lights, warning and indicator ....22
air suspension ...........................22
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ....22, 118
brake ..........................................22
charging system ........................22
safety belt .................................22
service engine soon ..................22
traction control off ...................22
turn signal indicator .................22
Locks
childproof ..................................64
Lubricant specifications ...........218
M
Manual transmission .................126
lubricant specifications ..........218
Mirrors .........................................57
fold away ...................................59
heated ........................................58
side view mirrors (power) .......58
O
Odometer .....................................28
P
Paint chips, repairing ...............164
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