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Pre-Trip Inspections / 5-3
OPERATION
Things to Look For During Inspections
Suspension System
The suspension system holds up the vehicle and its load. It keeps the axles in place. Broken suspension parts can
be extremely dangerous. Check for:
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Spring hangers that allow movement of axle from proper position.
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Cracked or broken spring hangers.
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Missing or broken leaves in any leaf spring. If one fourth or more are missing, it will put the vehicle “out of
service,” but any defect could be dangerous.
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Broken leaves in a multi-leaf spring or leaves that have shifted so they might hit a tire or other part.
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Leaking shock absorbers.
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Torque rods or arms, U-bolts, spring hangers, or other axle positioning parts that are cracked, damaged, or
missing.
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Air suspension systems that are damaged and/or leaking.
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Any loose, cracked, broken, or missing frame members.
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Broken or damaged torsion bars. Cut or torn tape on torsion bars.
(TAK-4™ suspension only. Refer to Pierce
Service Manual, group 0152-P-007, TAK-4™ Torsion Bar Assembly.)
Exhaust System
A broken exhaust system can let poisonous fumes into the cab. Check for:
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Loose, broken, or missing exhaust pipes, Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF), tailpipes, or vertical stacks.
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Loose, broken, or missing mounting brackets, clamps, bolts, or nuts.
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Exhaust system parts rubbing against fuel system parts, tires, or other moving parts of vehicle.
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Exhaust system parts that are leaking.
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Missing or damaged insulation or heat shields.
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Exhaust temperature mitigation device damage.
Equipment Loading
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Inspect for cargo overloading and correct balance and securement before each trip. If the cargo contains
hazardous materials, inspect for proper papers and placarding.
PRE-TRIP AND DAILY VEHICLE INSPECTIONS
PERFORM DAILY AT THE BEGINNING OF EVERY WORK PERIOD
Summary of Contents for Enforcer
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Page 18: ...FOREWORD 1 6 To the Owner and Operator 2018 Pierce Manufacturing Inc All Rights Reserved ...
Page 30: ...SAFETY 2 12 Safety and Responsibility 2018 Pierce Manufacturing Inc All Rights Reserved ...
Page 122: ...OPERATION 5 60 Driving the Vehicle 2018 Pierce Manufacturing Inc All Rights Reserved ...
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