OPM 260 en-GB
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Scania CV AB 2021, Sweden
Maintenance
Maintenance
The maintenance programme covers a number of
points that are divided into the following sec
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tions:
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Lubrication system.
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Air cleaner.
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Cooling system.
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Fuel system.
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Miscellaneous.
WARNING!
Secure the starting device or disconnect a battery
cable before working on the engine. If the engine
starts unexpectedly, there is a serious risk of in
-
jury.
There is always a risk of sustaining burns when
an engine is hot. Particularly hot parts are branch
pipes, turbochargers, oil sumps, and hot coolant
and oil in pipes and hoses.
IMPORTANT!
On delivery a Scania engine is optimised for its
application. However, regular maintenance is
necessary to
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prevent unplanned stops
•
extend the service life of the engine
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maximise the long-term emission perfor
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mance of the engine
•
give the best possible operating economy.
The maintenance programme includes the fol
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lowing:
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R maintenance: One event when taken into
service.
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S maintenance: Minimum basic maintenance.
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M maintenance: More extensive mainte
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nance.
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L maintenance: Includes nearly all mainte
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nance items in the form.
•
XL maintenance: Includes all maintenance
items in the form.
During a period, the sequence is S-M-S-L-S-M-
S-L-S-M-S-XL.