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Inspections and maintenance
5.1 CHECKS
5.1.1 Overview of daily checks
Overview of the driver's daily checks
– Correct operation of lights and instruments:
– Check the operation of the exterior lighting. See section 'Exterior lighting'.
– Check the operation of the horn, windscreen wipers and washers.
– System warnings using the Menu Control Switch. See section 'Menu overview' in
the chapter 'Master display'.
– Fuel level.
– Engine oil level. See section 'Engine oil level'.
– AdBlue level.
– Correct setting of seat and mirrors.
– Coolant level. See section 'Coolant level'.
– Fluid level in the windscreen washer reservoir. See section 'Windscreen washer
fluid level'.
– Air filter indicator.
– Possible air, coolant or oil leaks.
– Wheel attachment and tyre pressures.
– Tread depth of tyres.
– Tread of each tyre for even distribution of wear pattern.
– Trailer:
– Check the trailer coupling or fifth wheel for correct attachment and correct
operation.
– Check the connections for lighting and brakes.
– Check the operation of the lighting, brake lights and direction indicators.
– Check the operation of brakes.
– Check the condition and pressure of the tyres.
NOTE: When a system warning or leakage is found, contact a DAF Service
dealer.
WARNING! Flammable materials in the vicinity of the exhaust system
can create a fire. This can result in serious injury and damage to the
vehicle.
– Remove cleaning rags, flammable materials, accumulated dirt and
so on in the vicinity of the exhaust system, including the catwalk.
5.1.2 Overview of weekly checks
Overview of the driver's weekly checks
– Brake system air dryer.
– Automatic greasing system.
– If fitted, check moisture separator for water.
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