Volvo VHD, Service Manual

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Group 177 Tools
Preventive Maintenance Inspection Bay
Location
Preventive Maintenance is logically carried out at the
same time as lubrication of the vehicle. It is then natural
to use a bay with a grease pit to be assigned and
equipped for Preventive Maintenance. If a pit is not avail-
able, a regular workshop bay can be used, with jacks
added to the necessary equipment.
The bay needs to be well lit so inspection can be done
without having to use a flashlight (unless inspecting in
the frame).
Equipment
Inspection bay equipment should be specifically as-
signed to that bay and not be shared with the rest of the
shop. The floor equipment should have floor space for
storage in between using them and tools should be hung
on boards or stored in a cabinet for easy overview and
access.
Install mirrors in four corners of the bay so one person
can do a lighting function check without having to leave
the cab or rely on a spotter. Mirrors do not need to be
larger than truck door mirrors. Any type of equipment
that allows inspection by one person instead of having to
use a helper, makes inspection easier and faster.
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