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Engine Starting (Parking Brake Applied)
VoltmeterCheck the gauge (diesel engine) or indicator light
(gasoline engine) to verify the alternator is
charging.
Steering Linkage
Free PlayInspect for excessive free play in the steering
linkages. The steering wheel should have less
than 2 in. (5 cm) of free play at its rim.
Full Power
Hydraulic Brake
InspectionPump the brake pedal several times with the
ignition in the off or run position. The
motor/pumps can be heard momentarily
replenishing the accumulators.
Parking BrakeVerify the parking brake holds the vehicle by
gently trying to pull forward with the parking
brake applied.
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Engine Starting (Parking Brake Applied)
Air BrakesVerify operation using the following procedure.
Chock the wheels, if necessary. Push in the
parking brake and, on tractors, push in the
tractor parking brake knob:
1. Verify the air compressor or governor cut-out
pressure is approximately 120 psi (827 kPa).
2. Turn off the engine, then turn the key back to
the on position (without starting the engine).
3. Without the brake pedal applied, note the air
pressure drop for one minute. It should be less
than 2 psi (14 kPa) for single vehicles and 3 psi
(21 kPa) for combination vehicles.
4. Press and hold the brake pedal with 90 psi
(621 kPa) or more. Make sure there is no more
than a 3 psi (21 kPa) per minute leak for single
vehicles and a 4 psi (28 kPa) per minute leak for
combination vehicles.
5. Pump the brake pedal to deplete the system of
air pressure. The warning light and chime should
activate at 57 psi (393 kPa).
6. Pump the brake pedal and make sure the
parking brake and trailer parking brake knobs
pop out at 20 psi (138 kPa) or higher.
Automatic
Transmission
FluidVerify that the fluid level is in the proper
operating range. SeeTransmission fluid check
in theMaintenancechapter.
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Front Suspension
SpringsInspect for leaves that may be:
•missing
•broken
•shifted
•in contact with (or nearly contacting) a tire,
rim, brake drum, frame or body component.
Note:Never apply grease to spring pads.
Spring MountsInspect the following for cracks, breaks, wear,
damage and tightness:
•spring hangers
•bolts
•bushings
•axle mounting bolts
•nuts.
Shock AbsorbersInspect for:
•cracks
•leaks
•missing or broken bolts or bushings.
Front Brakes
Hoses•Inspect for cracked, worn or frayed hoses.
•Verify all couplings are secured.
Brake ChambersVerify:
•there are no cracks or dents
•they are securely mounted.
Slack AdjustersInspect for broken, loose or missing parts.
Note:The angle between the push rod and
adjuster arm should be approximately 90° when
the brakes are applied. When pulled by hand,
the push rod should not move more than
approximately one inch (2.5 cm).
DrumsVerify:
•there are no cracks, dents, holes, and no loose
or missing bolts
•the brake linings are not worn, dangerously
thin or contaminated by lubricant.
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Rear of Vehicle
Air Hoses and
Electrical Lines•Verify air hoses and electrical line insulation
are not cut, cracked, chafed or worn. Listen for
audible air leaks.
•Verify air and electrical lines are not tangled,
crimped or pinched or being dragged against any
truck parts. None of the air or electrical line
should be spliced or taped.
•Inspect for corrosion on pins and in electrical
sockets to ensure continuity and reduced heat
build-up potential.
Deck PlateVerify deck plate is clean, securely bolted to the
frame and clear of loose objects.
Turns Signals,
Brake Lights and
FlashersVerify:
•both brake lights illuminate when the pedal is
applied
•each signal flashes
•four-way flashers work properly.
Lights and
ReflectorsVerify:
•all exterior lights illuminate and are clean
•reflectors are clean, unbroken and of proper
color (red on rear, amber elsewhere)
•running lights are clean and unbroken.
Note:Rear running lights must be inspected
separately from signal, flasher and brake lights.
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Tractor-Coupling System
Mounting BoltsInspect for loose or missing mounting brackets,
clamps, bolts or nuts. Both fifth-wheel and slide
mounting must be solidly attached.
PlatformInspect for cracks or breaks in the platform
structure.
Safety LatchVerify safety latch is engaged.
Release ArmVerify:
•the safety latch is in the engaged position
•any safety latch is in place.
Kingpin and
ApronVerify:
•the kingpin is not bent or worn
•the apron lies flat on the fifth-wheel skid plate
•the visible part of the apron is not bent, worn,
cracked or broken.
Rear Suspension
Springs•Inspect for broken or shifted leaves or leaves
that are in contact with (or nearly contacting) a
tire, rim, brake drum, frame or body component.
•Inspect for missing or broken leaves in the leaf
spring.
Spring MountsInspect for:
•cracked or broken spring hangers
•broken, missing or loose bolts
•missing or damaged bushings
•broken, loose or missing axle mounting parts.
Torsion Arm and
Shock Absorbers•Verify torsion arm is not cracked, broken or
missing.
•Inspect the shock absorber for cracks or leaks.
There should be no missing or broken mounting
bolts or worn bushings.
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Rear Brakes
Hoses•Inspect for cracked, worn or frayed hoses.
•Verify all couplings are secured.
Brake ChambersVerify:
•there are no cracks or dents
•they are securely mounted.
Slack AdjusterInspect for broken, loose or missing parts.
Note:The angle between the push rod and
adjuster arm should be approximately 90° when
the brakes are applied. When pulled by hand, the
push rod should not move more than
approximately one inch (2.5 cm).
DrumVerify:
•there are no cracks, dents, holes and no loose
or missing bolts
•the brake linings are not worn, dangerously
thin or contaminated by lubricant.
Rear Wheels
SpacersVerify:
•dual wheels are evenly separated
•the tires are not touching one another.
RimsInspect for damaged or bent rims. Rims should
not have welding repairs, and no rust trails that
indicate it is loose on the wheel.
Lug NutsVerify all lug nuts are present and not loose (look
for rust trails around the lug nuts). There should
be no cracks radiating from the lug bolt holes or
distortion of the bolt holes.
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Trailer
If you are pulling a trailer, an inspection of the trailer similar to that of
the tractor should be done. The inspection should follow trailer
manufacturer recommendations and should include at a minimum:
general condition, landing gear, doors, sides, lights, reflectors,
suspension, brakes, tires, wheels, cargo placement, stability and
tie-downs.
Transmission
WARNING:If the unit starts in gear and/or the neutral start
switch is not functioning correctly, the vehicle may inadvertently
move which could result in property damage, personal injury or death.
If your vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission, regularly
inspect the transmission’s neutral start switch. The engine should only
start in positionNorP.
Inspect the transmission fluid level and shift linkage for proper
operation.
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Fastening the Cinch Tongue
WARNING:The lap belt should fit snugly and as low as possible
around the hips, not across the waist.
1. Pull the lap and shoulder belt from the retractor so that the shoulder
belt portion of the safety belt crosses your shoulder and chest.
2. Be sure the belt is not twisted. If the belt is twisted, remove the
twist.
3. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle for your seating
position until you hear a snap and feel it latch.
4. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened to the buckle by pulling on
the tongue.
While you are fastened in the safety belt, the lap and shoulder belt with
a cinch tongue adjusts to your movement. However, if you brake hard,
turn hard, or if your vehicle receives an impact of 5 mph (8 km/h) or
more, the safety belt becomes locked and helps reduce your forward
movement.
Restraint of Pregnant Women
WARNING:Always ride and drive with your seat back upright
and the safety belt properly fastened. The lap portion of the
safety belt should fit snug and be positioned low across the hips. The
shoulder portion of the safety belt should be positioned across the
chest. Pregnant women should also follow this practice. See the
following figure.
Pregnant women should always
wear their safety belts. The lap belt
portion of a combination lap and
shoulder belt should be positioned
low across the hips below the belly
and worn as tight as comfort will
allow. The shoulder belt should be
positioned to cross the middle of
the shoulder and the center of the
chest.
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