5-1 Pre-Operation Checks
Before using this vehicle, check the following points:
ITEM CHECK POINTS PAGE
Brakes
● Check operation, free play, fluid level and fluid leakage.
● Fill with DOT 4 brake fluid if necessary.
5-2—5-3,8-32
Parking brake
● Check for proper operation, condition and free play.
6-7—6-9
Fuel
● Check fuel level.
● Fill with fuel if necessary.
5-4—5-5
Engine/Gear box oil
● Check oil level.
● Fill with oil if necessary.
5-5
Coolant reservoir
● Check coolant level.
● Fill with coolant if necessary.
5-6,8-18—8-19
Final gear oil /
Differential gear oil
● Check for leakage.
5-7
Accelerator pedal
● Check for proper accelerator pedal operation.
5-8
Seat belts
● Check for proper operation and belt wear.
5-10
Steering
● Check for proper operation .
5-10
Fittings and fasteners
● Check all fittings and fasteners.
5-10
Lights and switches
● Check for proper operation.
5-10
Wheels and tires
● Check tire pressure, wear and damage.
5-1—5-13,8-38—8-39
Axle boots
● Check for damage.
8-20
Instrument
● Check for complete and correct display symbols
4-2—4-8
Light/Indicator ● Check for light / indicator operation 4-2—4-8