PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE AND LUBRICATION
Regional Haul
(R05/10) Y53-6033 – 149 –
Maintenance Schedule and Lubrication
Introduction
The following section summarizes preventive mainte-
nance and lubrication requirements for the maintenance
of your Regional Haul vehicle. For specific maintenance
procedures and complete lubrication instructions of spe-
cific components consult the Maintenance Manual and
manufacturer's service manuals. These manuals are
available for a minimal charge from your Peterbilt Dealer
or direct from the component manufacturer. In addition,
supporting manuals and literature are included in the
glove compartment of your Regional Haul vehicle.
Preventive Maintenance Intervals and
Schedule
Your preventive maintenance program begins with daily
checks you perform. See “
Driver's Checklist” on page 81.
If your Regional Haul vehicle is serviced regularly, you
can avoid many large, expensive, and time-consuming
repairs, as well as ensuring many years of safe and
smooth operation. Also, be advised that neglect of recom-
mended service may in some cases void your vehicle's
warranty. So, for your safety and life of your vehicle,
please follow Table 2, “Maintenance Schedule,” Page
152. But remember, there may be maintenance opera-
tions that demands skills and equipment you do not have.
If so, please take your Regional Haul vehicle to an expert
mechanic, for your safety and your vehicle's performance.
WARNING! It can be dangerous to attempt
maintenance work without sufficient training,
service manuals, and the proper tools. You
could be killed, injured or you could make
your vehicle unsafe. Do only those tasks you
are fully trained and equipped to do.
In severe operating conditions such as mining, logging, or
earth moving, you will need to perform maintenance
checks and services more frequently. Other “severe oper-
ating conditions” to be aware of are: rough, extreme tem-
perature environments; conditions where heavy loads are
being hauled; contaminated environments, or steep
grades. Consult the component manufacturer's mainte-
nance manuals for further information on maintenance
procedures specific to these conditions.
