Peterbilt Medium Duty Trucks Operator's Manual after 1-07
Peterbilt Medium Duty Trucks Operator's Manual after 1-07
Peterbilt Medium Duty Trucks Operator's Manual after 1-07
Create successful ePaper yourself
Turn your PDF publications into a flip-book with our unique Google optimized e-Paper software.
Preventive Maintenance<br />
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE AND<br />
LUBRICATION<br />
Introduction<br />
The following section summarizes preventive maintenance<br />
and lubrication requirements for the maintenance of your<br />
<strong>Medium</strong> <strong>Duty</strong>. For specific maintenance procedures and<br />
complete lubrication instructions of specific components consult<br />
the <strong>Medium</strong> <strong>Duty</strong> Maintenance <strong>Manual</strong> and manufacturer's<br />
service manuals. These manuals are available for a<br />
minimal charge from your <strong>Peterbilt</strong> Dealer or direct from the<br />
component manufacturer. In addition, supporting manuals<br />
and literature are included in the glove compartment of your<br />
<strong>Medium</strong> <strong>Duty</strong>.<br />
Preventive Maintenance Intervals and<br />
Schedule<br />
Your preventive maintenance program begins with daily<br />
checks you perform. See “Driver's Check List” on page 13. If<br />
your <strong>Medium</strong> <strong>Duty</strong> is serviced regularly, you can avoid many<br />
large, expensive, and time-consuming repairs, as well as<br />
Maintenance Schedule and Lubrication<br />
ensuring many years of safe and smooth operation. Also, be<br />
advised that neglect of recommended service may in some<br />
cases void your vehicle's warranty. So, for your safety and life<br />
of your vehicle, please follow Table 3, “Maintenance Schedule,”<br />
Page 123. But remember, there may be maintenance<br />
operations that demands skills and equipment you do not<br />
have. If so, please take your <strong>Medium</strong> <strong>Duty</strong> to an expert<br />
mechanic, for your safety and your vehicle's performance.<br />
WARNING! It can be dangerous to attempt maintenance<br />
work without sufficient training, service<br />
manuals, and the proper tools. You could be<br />
injured, or you could make your vehicle unsafe.<br />
Do only those tasks you are fully trained and<br />
equipped to do.<br />
In severe operating conditions such as mining, logging, or<br />
earth moving, you will need to perform maintenance checks<br />
and services more frequently. Other “severe operating conditions”<br />
to be aware of are: rough, extreme temperature environments;<br />
conditions where heavy loads are being hauled;<br />
contaminated environments, or steep grades. Consult the<br />
component manufacturer's maintenance manuals for further<br />
information on maintenance procedures specific to these<br />
conditions.<br />
<strong>Medium</strong> <strong>Duty</strong> (R10/06) Y53-6008 – 119 –