Peterbilt 325 2017, Operator'S Manual, Page: 39 / 392

START-UP
Daily Checks
Engine Compartment Checks - Daily
1. Engine Fluid Levels - add more if
necessary.
a. Engine oil
b. Coolant (check while engine
is cold)
c. Power steering fluid level
2. Engine Belt - check tension and
condition of belts.
a. See Accessory Drive Belts
on page 5-102 for further
information on checking belt
tension.
NOTE
Deflection should be one belt thick-
ness for each foot distance between
the pulley centers.
b. Replace belts that are cracked
torn or broken.
3. Fuel Filter/Water Separator
Draining - check and drain.
Depending on the fuel storage
facility, more frequent draining
may be required.
4. Windshield washer reservoir fluid
level - fill if necessary.
5. Battery Cables - check the
condition of the battery and
alternator cables for signs of
chafing or rubbing. Make sure
that all clamps (straps) holding the
cables are present and in good
working order.
6. Hood closed before entering cab.
Is it latched properly?
7. Check brake lines and hoses.
8. Check the steering components
(pitman arm, draglink, power
steering hoses, etc.).
Chassis and Cab Checks - Daily
Before entering the cab and operating
the vehicle, check the following
equipment for proper maintenance:
1. Lights - are any exterior lights
cracked or damaged?
2. Windows and Mirrors - are they
clean and adjusted properly?
3. Tires and Wheels - are they
inflated properly? Are all wheel
cap nuts in place and torqued
properly - tighten if necessary.
Check front wheel bearing oil
levels. Inspect all tires and wheels
for damage - correct if found.
4. Suspension - check for loose or
missing fasteners. Check damage
to springs or other suspension
parts such as cracks, gouges,
distortions, bulges or chafing.
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