freightliner Custom Classic MT45 2022, Maintenance Manual

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Foreword
Scheduled maintenance provides a key element for safe operation of your vehicle. A proper maintenance program
also helps to minimize downtime and to safeguard warranties. This maintenance manual provides information
necessary for years of safe, reliable, and cost-efficient vehicle operation.
IMPORTANT: The maintenance operations in this manual are not all-inclusive . Also refer to other
component and body manufacturers’ instructions for specific inspection and maintenance instructions.
Perform daily pretrip inspection and maintenance as outlined in the vehicle operator’s manual. Perform the
operations in this maintenance manual at scheduled intervals based upon distance traveled or months of operation.
Your authorized servicing dealer has the qualified technicians and equipment to perform this maintenance for you.
Your dealership can also set up a scheduled maintenance program tailored specifically to your needs. Optionally,
your dealership can assist you in learning how to perform the maintenance procedures in this manual.
IMPORTANT: Descriptions and specifications in this manual were in effect at the time of printing.
Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation (FCCC) reserves the right to discontinue models and to change
specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring obligation. Descriptions and
specifications contained in this publication provide no warranty, expressed or implied, and are subject to
revision and editions without notice.
Refer to https://northamerica.daimlertruck.com and www.FreightlinerChassis.com for more information, or
contact Daimler Truck North America LLC at the address below.
Environmental and Safety Concerns and Recommendations
Whenever you see instructions in this manual to discard materials, you should attempt to reclaim and recycle them.
To preserve our environment, follow appropriate environmental rules and regulations when disposing of materials.
Servicing vehicles may result in contact with items known to the state of California to cause harm.
WARNING
Breathing diesel engine exhaust exposes you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause can-
cer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Always start and operate the engine in a well-ventilated area. If in an enclosed area, vent the exhaust to
the outside. Do not modify or tamper with the exhaust system. Do not idle the engine except as neces-
sary.
For more information go to www.P65warnings.ca.gov/diesel .
WARNING
Cancer and Reproductive Harm www.P65warnings.ca.gov/diesel .
IMPORTANT: Modifications to fuel systems, emission related components, or air conditioning systems
may constitute a noncompliant EPA or CARB vehicle and such actions are prohibited.
NOTICE: Parts Replacement Considerations
Do not replace suspension, axle, or steering parts (such as springs, wheels, hubs, and steering gears) with used
parts. Used parts may have been subjected to collisions or improper use and have undetected structural damage.