Maintenance Section
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Battery Terminal - Clean, Inspect
WARNING
Batteries give off flammable fumes that can
explode.
Do not smoke when observing the battery
electrolyte levels.
Electrolyte is an acid and can cause personal
injury if it contacts skin or eyes.
Always wear protective glasses when working
with batteries.
Typical Example Diesel Engine Truck
Typical Example LP Engine Truck
1. Clean the top of the battery and terminals.
2. Check terminals for corrosion. Coat terminals
with heavy grease.
Wheel Bolts & Nuts - Inspect
Inspect Tightness
Steer Wheels
Typical Example
1. Install steer wheel. Put two nuts opposite each
other (180°). Tighten bolt.
2. Inspect tightness of wheel nuts in a sequence
opposite each other 610 ~ 680 N.m (370~450
lb.ft).
Drive Wheels
Typical Example
1. Install drive wheel. Put two nuts opposite each
other (180°).
2. Inspect tightness of wheel nuts in a sequence
opposite each other to 500~600 N.m (370~450
lb.ft).