ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
TYRES
DRIVERS SEAT
WHEELS
WHEEL NUTS
EXHAUST SYSTEM
ELECTRICAL - EXTERNAL
ELECTRICAL - INTERNAL
WINDSCREEN WIPERS
MIRRORS
Clean all lenses.
Check and correct as necessary:
Sidelamps.
Headlamps - Mainbeam.
Headlamps - Dip beam.
Tail lamps.
Stop lamps.
Rear fog lamps.
Rear number plate lamps.
Hazard warning lamps.
Direction indicators - front, side & rear
Marker lamps.
Check and correct as necessary:
Saloon lamps.
Cab lamp.
Step lamp.
Warning lamps and buzzer operation.
Speedo & Gauge lamps.
Check the condition of the wiper blades and replace as necessary.
Check that the wipers function correctly.
IMPORTANT.
Do not operate the wipers on a dry windscreen.
Clean both interior and exterior mirrors. Check and reposition as
necessary.
Check that all tyres are free from damage and wear and that
they are correctly inflated, see Technical Data section.
Driving a vehicle on incorrectly inflated tyres
WARNING.
effects the safety of the vehicle, leads to premature tyre wear and
high fuel consumption. Unbalanced wheel and tyre
combinations cause uneven wear. It is important that
replacement tyres should be of the same size, type and speed
rating as those originally fitted to your vehicle as any variation
Check the position of the drivers seat; alter position as necessary
before starting the engine.
Check the condition of the wheel rims, if they are damaged,
have them replaced.
Check the wheel nuts for signs of rust or movement, have any
defects rectified before driving the vehicle.
Check that excessive smoke is not emitted from the exhaust.
Exhaust gases are poisonous; avoid inhaling exhaust gases.
Ensure that the vehicle is either in the open or in a well ventilated
area before starting the engine.
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