Medium Duty Operator's Manual - Peterbilt Motors Company

Preventive Maintenance
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE AND
LUBRICATION
Introduction
The following section summarizes preventive maintenance
and lubrication requirements for the maintenance of your
Medium Duty. For specific maintenance procedures and
complete lubrication instructions of specific components consult
the Medium Duty 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
Medium Duty.
Preventive Maintenance Intervals and
Schedule
Your preventive maintenance program begins with daily
checks you perform. See “Driver's Check List” on page 13.
If your Medium Duty is serviced regularly, you can avoid
many large, expensive, and time-consuming repairs, as well
Maintenance Schedule and Lubrication
as ensuring many years of safe and smooth operation. Also,
be advised that neglect of recommended 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 153. But remember, there may be maintenance
operations that demands skills and equipment you do
not have. If so, please take your Medium Duty 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
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 operating conditions”
to be aware of are: rough, extreme temperature environments;
conditions where heavy loads are being hauled;
contaminated environments, or steep grades. Consult the
component manufacturer's maintenance manuals for further
information on maintenance procedures specific to these
conditions.
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