Blue Bird Sigma Y3FE 2015, Driver'S Handbook Manual

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CARE & MAINTENANCE
Every Day
Brakes
Inspect Air Brakes Air Lines & Fittings
Inspect for leaks or physical damage.
Drain Air Brakes Air Tanks Drain daily in cold weather; weekly in warm weather.
Inspect Air Brakes Brake Chambers See Air Brakes Chapter for inspection criteria.
Inspect Air Brakes Brake Shoes Wear depends upon application environment. See Meritor
Cam Brakes Appendix in Air Brakes Chapter of Service
Manual for guidelines.
Cooling System
Inspect Coolant Level
Adjust to proper level with premixed coolant of same type
as installed. Never mix coolants of different colors, types,
or brands. See decal on vehicle showing original
equipment.
Inspect Entire Cooling System Visually inspect for any signs of leakage.
Electrical
Inspect All Lights
Check all running, stop, marker, hazard, and warning lights
for proper operation.
Engine
Inspect Oil Level
Fuel System
Inspect Fuel Cap
Inspect Water Separator Petcock Drain Check for water contamination.
Intake System
Inspect Intake Tract Restriction Indicator
Replace primary filter element when gauge on Filter Minder
goes into the red area, regardless of time or mileage. If
filter has secondary or safety filter, replace at minimum
every 2nd primary filter replacement.
Inspect Intake Tract Duct and Elbow Visually inspect for proper fit and sealing, cuts, abrasions,
signs of dirt contamination.
Steering
Inspect Power Steering Fluid Level
Replenish to full mark. Dexron III or approved equal.
Tires & Wheels
Inspect All Tires & Wheels
Check air pressure. Visually inspect tires, tread wear, lug
nuts, including spare.
Transmission
Inspect Transmission Fluid Level
Check production order for proper type of fluid to be
added.