Volvo VN, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATION 201
Engine Compartment, Right Side
• Check condition of coolant and heater hoses.
• Check condition of fan drive belts.
• Check engine and surrounding areas for coolant, oil and fuel leaks.
• Check fuel separator sight glass and drain if necessary. Check for leaks.
• Check wiring harnesses for signs of damage.
• Check air filter with brackets and hoses for loose connections or damage.
Check filter gauge, if mounted on the filter.
Step 2: Front of Cab Area
Condition of Windshield
• Check for damage and clean if dirty.
• Check windshield wiper arms for proper spring tension.
• Check wiper blades for any damage, "dead" rubber and attachment to arm.
Lights and Reflectors
• Lower cab and inspect parking, clearance and identification lights on cab.
They should be clean, operating and of the proper color.
• Reflectors clean and proper color.
• Turn on headlights. High and low beams should be operating and lenses
clean. If equipped, check daytime running lights.
• Left and right front turn signal lights clean, operating and proper color.
Grille
• Check that charge air cooler and radiator or bugscreens are clean and
undamaged.
Step 3: Right Side of Cab Area
Right Front Wheel
• Check condition of wheel rim. Especially look for cracks, missing lockrings,
bent or broken studs, missing clamps or lug nuts.